Media Planner/Buyer

We are hiring a Global Media Planner/Buyer to manage UK traditional media campaigns across OOH, print, and radio. This role sits within a collaborative, cross-market team and reports directly to senior leadership while working closely with Account Management and UK stakeholders.

If you thrive in a fast-paced media environment and can manage multiple campaigns without compromising accuracy, this could be your next move.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and buy traditional media campaigns across OOH, print, and radio for the UK market
• Manage 15-20 client requests at any given time, across small to large accounts
• Build detailed campaign plans and briefs, recommending the most effective media mix
• Negotiate rates, placements, and availability with media owners
• Coordinate closely with internal Account Management and cross-market teams
• Monitor campaign delivery and prepare performance reports
• Audit and improve media buying workflows and processes
• Maintain strong organisation while managing high volumes and changing deadlines

Who We’re Looking For

• Strong hands-on experience in OOH media buying (OOH expertise is essential; print is a plus)
• Proven ability to manage multiple live campaigns simultaneously with accuracy
• High attention to detail in budgeting, planning, and execution
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Comfortable working under pressure in a high-volume environment
• Strong Excel and reporting capabilities
• Agency or fast-paced media environment experience preferred
• Exposure to the UK media landscape is advantageous
• Process-driven mindset with the ability to identify and implement improvements

This role offers exposure to global campaigns and a clear pathway toward progression into a Media Manager position.

For more information on this or other Media roles in Malaysia, please reach out to Anukaa at +6012 789 4807 for a confidential conversation.

We’re proud to have won the 2023 HR Vendors of the Year awards for Best Executive Search Firm, Best Mid-Management Recruitment Firm, Best Recruitment Outsourcing Partner, and Leader of the Year for Ruby Celine, Salt Malaysia Country Director.

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