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Wavemaker

Director, Planning, UK

Location: London, United Kingdom · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Director · Posted: October 29, 2026 · Verified: Nov 5, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This Director of Planning role leads the media planning output for specific clients, creating unrivalled work and training the wider team. The role manages senior client relationships, oversees a planning team of three, and is responsible for the development of all planning responses. Requires advanced practice area knowledge, expert campaign management skills, and the ability to drive compelling storytelling and idea creation.
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Global media agency for planning, buying and optimisation.

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