Partnerships Trader

At UM, we're building the next generation of media leaders. Our business is built on three core principles:  

• Precision 
• Possibility 
• Partnership.  

These are brought to life through a culture where ambitious people can thrive, grow and make a genuine impact.  

We call them UM Unicorns. Built, not born.  

That means creating an environment where talented people are challenged to think bigger, move faster, collaborate deeply and continuously build their craft.  

The Role 

We're looking for a Partnerships Trader to join the team in Sydney. As a Trader, you'll be responsible for delivering the day-to-day trading and implementation of campaigns across a portfolio of clients. You'll manage campaign delivery, reporting, negotiations and optimisation while working closely with Planning Teams, Media Partners and internal stakeholders to ensure campaigns achieve agreed outcomes.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage the day-to-day trading and delivery of campaigns across your client portfolio. 
• Ensure approved Connections Plans are implemented accurately and effectively. 
• Monitor campaign pacing, performance and delivery, identifying opportunities to optimise results. 
• Manage campaign amendments and optimisation requirements to ensure campaigns remain on track. 
• Monitor performance against contracted KPIs and take action to address any issues. 
• Proactively identify and escalate campaign delivery issues, working with relevant stakeholders to resolve them. 
• Lead negotiations across paid media channels to deliver strong outcomes for clients. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media owners, sales teams and internal stakeholders. 
• Support accurate invoicing and reconciliation processes across campaigns. 

Who Are You? 

• 1+ years experience in media trading, partnerships, campaign delivery or a similar media role, with a genuine interest in building a career in media partnerships. 
• Analytical and reporting skills, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on delivering against campaign KPIs. 
• Experience monitoring campaign performance, pacing and delivery, with the ability to identify and action optimisation opportunities. 
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with media owners, sales teams and internal stakeholders. 
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple campaigns, competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to escalate issues and find ways to keep campaigns moving. 
• A commercially curious mindset, with enthusiasm for learning, negotiating and developing strong partnerships across the media landscape. 

Additional Information  

UM, together with our Omnicom Media Group network is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.