Account Executive

Company Description

At Spark Foundry we bring HEAT to brands, Higher Engagement, Affinity and Transaction. Engagement with consumers, customers and stakeholders, affinity with brands, and transactions, that materially impact our client’s businesses. Spark is uniquely positioned to deliver HEAT because we have an aligned set of beliefs that guide how we navigate a changing media landscape, a structure that is designed for total accountability and a repeatable methodology to bake continuous improvement into everything we do.

In order to bring this vision to life, we seek alignment around key values from our talent. Diverse thinkers with diverse thinking—what we call Allsorts—are essential to tackle challenges through the lens of different disciplines and perspectives. To succeed at Spark, you must thrive on the belief that great ideas are only great if they work. It’s not enough to be new, cool, or interesting; our solutions must drive business results. You need to embrace both the art and the evidence—right and left brain, imagination and activation, insight and technology in the pursuit of big ideas that are forensically measured. If you are motivated by these values, we welcome you to apply to become a Sparkie.

Overview

The purpose of the Account Executive (Client & Planning) role is to support the client team in the planning and implementation of client campaigns.

This role supports the development of communication plans and the management of digital campaigns from buying and implementation through to reporting and the delivery of insights that drive performance for clients.

The Account Client Executive (Planning) ensures strong attention to detail across all aspects of their work and takes responsibility for accuracy and any errors that occur.

Your Scope Will Include

• Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and relevant external partners, including media owners and partner agencies, to support client and Spark business objectives.
• Develop strong knowledge of client products, target audiences, communication strategies, and key messages.
• Research historical brand and campaign activity to understand performance outcomes and strategic direction.
• Build understanding of client category landscapes, consumer behaviour, and marketplace trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the Senior Planning Executive / Client Manager to develop effective cross-channel communication plans.
• Actively contribute to internal and external WIP meetings, raising potential issues early and proactively supporting resolution.

Implement Campaigns With High Attention To Quality, Including

• Supporting the development and execution of communication and media plans across digital and cross-channel campaigns
• Assisting with campaign buying, implementation, and coordination processes
• Ensuring accuracy across campaign inputs and supporting quality control of deliverables
• Supporting reporting preparation, including collation of data and basic performance reporting
• Assisting in the delivery of insights and performance summaries for client campaigns
• Monitoring campaign activity and escalating issues proactively where required
• Contributing to campaign optimisation discussions under guidance from senior team members
• Ensuring all campaign work is delivered accurately, on time, and to a high standard

Internal

Organisational Relationships

• Reports to: Senior Planning Executive / Client Manager
• Key contacts: Client Manager, Head of Planning, Trading Team, Digital Activation Team, Data & Analytics Team, Finance and HR

External

• Media owners
• External media partners and suppliers
• Partner agencies
• Industry bodies and platforms

Commercial

• Support accurate implementation of media plans within approved budgets
• Assist in monitoring campaign spend and budget alignment
• Ensure accuracy in inputs that support invoicing and reconciliation processes
• Maintain awareness of commercial implications across campaign delivery
• Support financial accuracy in reporting and administration tasks

People

• Build strong working relationships across internal teams and external partners
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and proactively with stakeholders
• Demonstrate accountability and reliability in day-to-day execution
• Contribute positively to team collaboration and culture
• Actively participate in WIP meetings and ensure issues are raised early
• Manage upwards effectively and seek support when required

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy across all planning and execution tasks
• Basic understanding of digital media and communication planning principles
• Developing analytical mindset with ability to interpret campaign data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• Proactive attitude with willingness to learn and develop
• Basic understanding of the Australian media and advertising landscape

Client Executive (Planning) Behaviours

• Accountable & Reliable – Takes ownership of tasks and ensures accurate delivery on time
• Detail-Oriented – Maintains high accuracy across planning, execution, and reporting
• Curious & Analytical – Seeks to understand campaign performance and market dynamics
• Proactive – Identifies and escalates issues early to avoid delivery risks
• Collaborative – Works effectively with internal teams and external partners
• Organised – Manages competing priorities and deadlines effectively
• Client-Focused – Maintains professionalism and responsiveness in all client interactions.

Additional Information

Publicis Groupe benefits: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com.

Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering:

• A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing.
• A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach — "working your way with us."
• Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network.
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes.
• A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program.
• A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE, and Écologique committees.
• Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service.
• Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year.
• Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave.
• Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs.
• A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: https://workingwithcancerpledge.com/
• Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network.

If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity rather than ticking boxes — so if this role resonates with you, please apply.

Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words; these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe, we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions.

Uniqueness is powerful; without it, we wouldn't be where we are today. So be you — we like it that way.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via [email protected]; your personal information will be kept confidential.