Media Planning and Buying Recruitment Experts in London
Media planning and buying is a crucial process that ensures brands' advertising messages reach the right audience at the right time, cutting through the vast array of marketing content people encounter daily. Media planners work closely with clients to define campaign objectives, identify target audiences, and craft strategies that maximise the impact of their budget across a variety of media channels – from traditional outlets like TV, radio, and print, to digital platforms such as display advertising and social media. Media buyers then step in to purchase the optimal media space, leveraging strong relationships with media owners to ensure the best possible value and campaign effectiveness.
For this vital function, it’s important to have the right talent in place. London is a crucial hub for media planning and buying, and Pivotal's dedicated media planning and buying recruitment desk helps connect top talent with leading network and independent agencies. Whether you're a hiring manager seeking skilled professionals or a candidate ready to advance your career, our expertise and industry connections make us the ideal partner for success, and our specialist recruiters can add value to your team or job search.
Why Choose Us for Media Planning and Buying Recruitment?
Expertise in Media Planning and Buying
With years of experience in media planning and buying recruitment, our team understands the nuances and demands of this field. We work closely with a diverse range of clients, from independent agencies like The 7 Stars to global network powerhouses such as Group M, Omnicom, Havas, Publicis, and Dentsu. This breadth of experience allows us to place candidates in roles that perfectly match their skills, whether in AV, digital, strategy, or comms planning.
Our extensive network of media professionals is second-to-none, and we have strong relationships with both the major network agencies and the most innovative independent firms, enabling us to tap into a vast pool of high-calibre candidates. If you’re looking to hire top media planning and buying professionals, reach out to us and let Pivotal connect you with the talent that will drive your agency's success.
Tailored Media Planning and Buying Recruitment
Every client has unique needs and challenges, which is why we offer tailored recruitment solutions that cater specifically to your requirements, from sourcing entry-level account executives to placing senior leaders such as heads of planning and managing partners. Our deep understanding of the media landscape ensures that we find the right talent with the precise skill set you need, whether it's for a niche role in out-of-home media or a broader position in international strategy.
Our Media Planning and Buying desk is headed up by Phil Nunney, who has over a decade of experience recruiting top media planning and buying professionals. For all your hiring and job enquiries, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Phil at phil@pivotallondon.co.uk
Find Top Talent in Media Planning and Buying
Our Process for Sourcing Media Planning and Buying Professionals
We take a strategic approach to media planning and buying recruitment, beginning with a thorough understanding of your agency's specific needs. Our process involves detailed consultation, targeted candidate searches, and rigorous vetting to ensure we only present candidates who are the right fit in terms of both skills and culture. We understand the challenges of hiring at different levels, whether it's finding junior talent in a candidate-short market or securing experienced professionals who can lead your teams.
Types of Media Planning and Buying Roles We Recruit
From account executives to heads of planning, our expertise covers every level of media planning and buying. We place candidates across a broad spectrum of roles, including:
Strategy: Comms Planning, Digital/Display, Offline, International/Global
Investment/Trading: Media Sponsorship, Activation, Audio/Visual (TV, Radio, Cinema)
Specialist Roles: Out-of-Home, Digital Media, Investment, AV Specialists
Our Recruitment Services
We offer a range of recruitment solutions that can deliver the right media planning and buying talent, when you need it:
Contingent: Gain hyper-flexible, on-demand access to top-tier media planning and buying professionals for both permanent and contract roles.
Projects: A fixed-price solution ideal for efficiently scaling your media planning and buying team.
In-House / Embedded: We embed our recruitment experts within your agency, fostering a sustainable talent pipeline that aligns with your agency's long-term goals.
Executive Search: A dedicated service focused on identifying and securing senior leaders in media planning and buying who will drive your agency’s growth.
Contract / Freelance: Access cost-effective staffing solutions with our contract hire services, ensuring rapid turnaround.
If you’d like to learn more about our media planning and buying recruitment services, don’t hesitate to get in touch and our team will be happy to advise you.
Your Next Step in Media Planning and Buying
Media Planning and Buying Job Opportunities
Explore our latest media planning and buying job openings across London, offering a wide range of opportunities tailored to various levels of experience and expertise. Whether you're an ambitious account executive looking to break into the industry, a skilled media planner ready to take on more responsibility, or a seasoned professional aiming for a senior leadership role, we have positions that match your career aspirations.
Tips for Media Planning and Buying Jobseekers
To succeed in the media planning and buying industry, communication, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the media landscape are crucial. To learn more about the specific differences between media planning and media buying, read our step-by-step guide.
Get in Touch with Our Media Planning and Buying Recruitment Team
Are you ready to find the right candidate for your team, or take the next step in your media planning and buying career? Contact us to discuss your hiring requirements or job search.
FAQs
Where can I find a media planning and buying recruiter in London?
You can find media planning and buying recruiters through specialised recruitment agencies that focus on the marketing and media industries. For a personalised and effective approach, Pivotal offers dedicated recruitment services tailored to your needs, whether you're a client seeking top talent or a candidate looking to advance your career. Get in touch with us today.
How can I get a media planning and buying job in London?
To secure a media planning and buying job in London, it's crucial to connect with recruiters who have strong relationships with leading media agencies. Pivotal can help you navigate the job market, offering access to exclusive opportunities and providing expert guidance to match your skills with the right role. See our open roles.