Performance Manager

Company Description

As part of Publicis Groupe, Starcom blends creativity, data, and deep expertise to craft media experiences that move people — and in turn, move business. Leveraging unique data assets, unparalleled media relationships, and the buying scale of the Groupe, we turn insight into impact.

Today’s media landscape is faster, noisier, and more fragmented than ever. People are constantly scrolling, streaming, and switching — and despite more ways to connect, many brands feel further away from their audiences. Short-term thinking dominates. Quick wins overshadow long-term momentum.

At Starcom, we see it differently. Change isn’t a threat — it’s an opening. Our mission has always been the same: know people deeply, then connect with them meaningfully. We unlock opportunities across paid, owned, shared, and earned media to keep brands relevant and resonant.

We help clients navigate what’s next — not by chasing every shiny object, but by knowing which ones matter. Our media thinking is fuelled by human insight, built for the context of each channel, and optimised for the outcomes that count.

Because when you move people, you move business. For today. For tomorrow. For good.

Overview

Overview

As part of the Starcom team, the Performance Manager is responsible for managing the digital performance business and driving best in class implementation across paid search, paid social, and programmatic channels.

Your scope will include

• Take care of the digital performance business within the individual Starcom client team
• Provide client leadership on digital performance strategy, partnerships and tech opportunities
• Develop and grow relationships with clients and client teams through digital performance excellence
• Work cohesively for integrated media solutions for clients
• Meet or surpass client digital performance targets
• Oversee the execution and optimisation of biddable programs and campaigns

What you're looking for

• An encouraging, positive, and collaborative culture
• Greater exposure across a wide spread of channels, developing a unique and wholistic skillset, across an exciting patch of clients that continue to push boundaries when connecting with audiences
• Clients who are open to be encouraged and working progressively
• To fulfil your growth and career development ambitions in a business large enough to accommodate them

What type of person will be successful in this role

• Minimum 3 years’ experience implementing/buying digital marketing campaigns across any 2 channels - paid search, paid social, and/or programmatic
• Thorough understanding of bid management tools e.g. DV360, SA360, Verizon Media, Trade Desk, Brand Networks
• Experience with managing a team/people management as well as excellent client relationship skills
• Top line understanding of industry monitoring systems e.g. Hitwise, Adthena, SimilarWeb
• Proven ability to exceed client and campaign objectives
• Experience in working with ad technology, data and media partners
• Attention to detail that is second to none
• Able to provide solutions and think outside of the box
• A collaborative team member who thrives in working with others
• A true professional with strong time management and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Strong organisation skills with a love for being one step ahead
• Has a curious nature with a willingness for continuous learning and fearless growth

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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.