Retail Media Lead

Company description We are Zenith, the ROI agency, but we’re about so much more than numbers. Since 2005, we’ve been helping some of the world’s biggest and most exciting brands turn ambitious ideas into meaningful business growth. As part of Publicis Groupe, our global community of 6,000+ specialists across 95 markets brings together media, data, technology, commerce and content to solve complex challenges and create work that makes a difference. We believe the best work happens when great people come together.

We’re curious, collaborative and always looking for new ways to think, challenge convention and push what’s possible. From strategy and planning to performance, data, content and trading, our teams work across disciplines to create smarter, more personal experiences for the brands we partner with. And we’re serious about our people too. We want Zenith to be a place where everyone feels seen, heard and represented, with opportunities to learn, grow and make your mark.

From our regular social events, mentoring, learning opportunities, recognition and community initiatives, we’re building a culture where people can bring their whole selves to work, share ideas and have a lot of fun along the way. So, if you’re ambitious, curious and excited by the pace of change in our industry, you’ll fit right in. Whether you’re a media expert, creative thinker, data enthusiast, tech lover or simply someone who wants to make an impact, there’s a place for you at Zenith. Come and help us create a more meaningful kind of ROI – for our clients, our people and our culture.

Overview Retail Media Lead We are hiring a Retail Media Lead to join us on an exciting new client partnership and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of retail media. This is an opportunity to lead ambitious, full-funnel retail media programmes for a major global brand while helping to define best practice across one of the industry's fastest-growing disciplines.

the intersection of media, commerce, data and technology, you'll bring together talented teams, innovative thinking and commercial expertise to deliver meaningful growth for our clients. If you're passionate about retail media and excited by the chance to influence strategy, build capability and create work that makes a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of best-in-class retail media strategies that drive measurable business outcomes for a major client. Inspire and support a high-performing team, creating an environment where people can grow, develop and do their best work.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a strategic partner and advisor on retail media opportunities. Identify and champion innovative approaches, emerging platforms and new technologies that unlock growth and competitive advantage.
• Drive collaboration across media, commerce, data and strategy teams to deliver integrated full-funnel solutions.
• Support business growth through thought leadership, client development opportunities and participation in new business activity. Stay at the forefront of the retail media landscape, translating market trends and insights into actionable recommendations.

Skills we're looking for: Proven experience delivering retail media programmes within an agency, retailer or client-side environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, build capability and create positive outcomes for clients and colleagues. A track record of developing and growing retail media strategies for large or complex brands. Deep understanding of retail media, commerce and e-commerce ecosystems, including how they connect with broader marketing activity.

Experience working with multiple retail media platforms and using data to inform planning, optimisation and measurement. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging audiences at all levels. A collaborative, curious and commercial mindset, with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.

Zenith International offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including: 📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups). Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week.

At Zenith International, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs

• for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition
• please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application. Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change
• building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included. #LI-OH1

• Lead the development and delivery of best-in-class retail media strategies that drive measurable business outcomes for a major client. Inspire and support a high-performing team, creating an environment where people can grow, develop and do their best work.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a strategic partner and advisor on retail media opportunities. Identify and champion innovative approaches, emerging platforms and new technologies that unlock growth and competitive advantage.
• Drive collaboration across media, commerce, data and strategy teams to deliver integrated full-funnel solutions.
• Support business growth through thought leadership, client development opportunities and participation in new business activity. Stay at the forefront of the retail media landscape, translating market trends and insights into actionable recommendations. Skills we're looking for: Proven experience delivering retail media programmes within an agency, retailer or client-side environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, build capability and create positive outcomes for clients and colleagues. A track record of developing and growing retail media strategies for large or complex brands. Deep understanding of retail media, commerce and e-commerce ecosystems, including how they connect with broader marketing activity. Experience working with multiple retail media platforms and using data to inform planning, optimisation and measurement. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging audiences at all levels. A collaborative, curious and commercial mindset, with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.