Senior Programmatic Executive Job in UK

Dentsu is a global leader in marketing, media, and digital innovation, partnering with some of the world’s most recognizable brands. Operating across more than 140 countries, Dentsu combines data, technology, and creativity to deliver impactful media solutions. Collaboration, inclusion, and performance excellence are central to how the organization drives growth for clients and teams alike.

Role Overview

As a Senior Programmatic Executive, the role plays a key part in delivering data-driven, programmatic media campaigns across digital channels. The executive is responsible for planning, activating, optimizing, and reporting on programmatic activity to ensure strong performance against client objectives.

Working within a fast-paced media environment, this position suits someone analytical, detail-oriented, and confident managing campaigns across multiple platforms. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to deliver measurable, high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities as Senior Programmatic Executive

• Plan, activate, and manage programmatic advertising campaigns across DSPs

• Monitor campaign performance and optimize delivery to meet KPIs and client goals

• Analyze data and provide clear performance insights and recommendations

• Manage budgets, pacing, and reporting to ensure efficient media spend

• Collaborate with planning, activation, and analytics teams to support integrated campaigns

• Ensure best practice across brand safety, viewability, and compliance standards

• Support innovation and testing of new programmatic solutions and formats

• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing within the team

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in programmatic media buying or digital advertising

• Strong understanding of DSPs, ad tech, and programmatic ecosystems

• Analytical mindset with confidence interpreting data and performance metrics

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to manage multiple campaigns in a deadline-driven environment

• A proactive, detail-focused approach with a passion for digital media

Location & Working Pattern

• London-based role

• Hybrid working model (office and remote)

• Full-time position

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Inclusive, collaborative, and supportive team culture

• Pension scheme and wellbeing support initiatives

Start Your Career with Dentsu

Dentsu offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of programmatic media within a global organization that values innovation, diversity, and teamwork. Employees are encouraged to grow their expertise while delivering meaningful impact for clients.

Apply now to join Dentsu as a Senior Programmatic Executive and help shape high-performing, data-driven media campaigns.