Investment 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

Are you passionate about media investment and ready to take your career to the next level? Starcom is looking for a talented and driven Investment Manager to join our dynamic team. You'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional results for leading brands, working in a collaborative environment where your growth and development are a top priority. If you're a strategic thinker with a knack for optimisation and a passion for building strong relationships, we want to hear from you!

We're seeking a bright and enthusiastic Investment Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you'll be at the heart of our client campaigns, ensuring they deliver exceptional results and achieve their strategic goals. You'll collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry, work with leading brands, and have the opportunity to shape the future of media investment.

Why You'll Love Working at Starcom:

• Real Impact: Drive tangible results for top-tier clients, shaping their media strategies and seeing your work make a real difference.
• Career Growth: We're committed to your professional development. You'll have access to ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within our organisation.
• Flexible Working: We understand the importance of work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive and inclusive team where your ideas are valued, and collaboration is key to success.
• Leading-Edge Innovation: Be at the forefront of media innovation, working with cutting-edge technologies and strategies.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Campaign Champion: Managing the day-to-day implementation of investment strategies to achieve client objectives and KPIs.
• Strategic Insight: Monitoring market trends, identifying tactical and strategic media opportunities, and providing valuable insights to clients.
• Optimisation Guru: Actively tracking and optimising campaigns to ensure they are performing at their peak.
• Client Partner: Building strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs, and delivering tailored investment recommendations.
• Financial Steward: Ensuring accurate financial processes, including loadings, invoicing, and resolving account queries.
• Team Leader: Supporting the development and productivity of Investors, Executives, and Coordinators, fostering a positive and growth-oriented team environment.
• Media Maestro: Analysing media and sponsorship proposals, negotiating with media partners, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• PMX Pro: Maximising value and outcomes for clients using our PMX product offering.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in media investment, with a strong understanding of campaign implementation across various channels.
• Solid understanding of the media landscape, audience trends, and industry tools (e.g., VOZ, Day8, SpectraMD).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey data and insights to clients and internal teams.
• Negotiation skills to achieve rate and value KPIs.
• Experience supporting the development of a team through coaching, mentoring, and training.
• A collaborative spirit and a passion for building strong relationships with clients, agency partners, and media partners.
• Strong financial acumen and attention to detail.

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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 recruitmentpublicisgroupe.com; your personal information will be kept confidential.