About Us

Initiative unlocks business growth for the world’s most ambitious brands. We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand’s entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. 

When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow. 

Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it’s creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. 

Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world. 

Role Description

This is a pivotal role in the Global team, providing project support to both client and agency teams. You will develop your knowledge of the global media landscape and network operations within the media agency. This role is a highly rewarding role, you will be part of a 20+ Global LEGO Team, who are a valued strategic partner to LEGO. There will be opportunity to work on several exciting projects that are embedded with the LEGO values of fun and creativity.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Operations

• Develop effective working relationships with Global team
• Maintain the global online content hub/SharePoint (internal and client-facing)
• Support the team in producing internal network Newsletters and Collaboration sessions & external client facing Newsletters and Presentations (content sourcing/ production, design & formatting, proof-reading and presentation skills)
• Responsible for keeping the internal database of the Initiative Junior network up to date
• Support and proactively help improve day-to-day operations and processes
• Support the team in ad hoc requests
• Support the team on onboarding process and ensuring all new joiners have signed NDAs
• Coordinate meetings for the Global team and record actions/minutes for status meetings

Network Coordination

• Support the Global divisions on requests to collaborate with local markets
• Develop strong relationships with individuals across the network
• Provide timely response to any ad hoc local market requests
• Consolidate findings for local market requests using Excel or PowerPoint where required
• Work with the Global team where required to support on global communication workstreams (including internal and external newsletters, and internal network presentations)
• Be responsive to agency teams within the Initiative Junior network to support on ad hoc emails or requests
• Effectively manage internal expectations

Global Campaign Support (ad hoc)

• Deliver high quality reporting and analysis for global brand campaigns, with the support of the Global Manager using Excel
• Collate and consolidate local market media plans & performance reports
• Support on ad-hoc requests from Global Brand team

Desired Skills & Experience

• Great level of attention to detail
• Good time management and organisation (meet internal and external deadlines)
• Great communication skills
• Analytical mindset 
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Curious and eager to learn
• A self-starter, pro-active and enthusiastic, willing and able to take ownership of projects and demonstrate drive and ambition.
• Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Microsoft Excel experience (formatting)
• Microsoft PowerPoint experience (preferred but not essential)
• Passion for working within the media industry
• Previous experience in a media agency/owner role or placement (preferred but not essential)

Employee Transparency

At Mediabrands and Kinesso, we celebrate difference and believe this makes us stronger. Mediabrands and Kinesso are equal opportunity employers and committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at [email protected] if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application.

The Perks

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:

• Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year
• Free breakfast and free lunch
• Early finish Fridays
• Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)
• Retail discounts
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme, including Headspace & flu jabs
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Paid time off for Volunteering
• Group Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)
• Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%
• Generous Parental Leave & Pay
• Independent mortgage advice
• Financial education
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!