Group Planning Director

Omnicom

. Provide strategic leadership for the account and agency .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in account management and agency collaboration, with a strong emphasis on developing actionable insights from quantitative and qualitative research. Proven ability to mentor teams and drive creative output through effective communication and partnership with senior clients.

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Strategic LeadershipQuantitative And Qualitative ResearchClient Presentation DevelopmentTeam Management And MentoringCreative Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Strategic RecommendationsData AnalysisResearch Proposal SupervisionTarget Audience CreationInsight Development

Soft Skills

CommunicationMentoringCollaborationAdaptabilityProject Management

Tools & Technologies

KeynotePowerPointWordSimmonsMRI

Industry Keywords

Creative AgencyConsumer EngagementMarket InsightsEthnographic ResearchFocus Groups

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership for the account and agency
Develop strategic recommendations for clients
Partner with account and creative leadership
Lead cross-functional integrated strategy and idea generation
Translate client, market, and consumer information into clear strategic direction
Develop and lead compelling client presentations
Maintain strategic vision and identify impactful opportunities for clients
Convert data and observations into actionable insights
Maintain relationships with senior and executive agency staff
Communicate project status and identify organic growth potential
Manage and mentor a team of 4–5 planners
Mentor junior team members and support career development
Contribute to new business initiatives
Determine research objectives and create actionable learning agendas
Supervise research proposals and vendor selection
Lead analysts and strategists on research and strategy projects
Oversee target audience creation and insight development
Present thought leadership on trends and current events
Manage brief writing and integrated team kickoffs
Provide input and feedback on briefs and strategy presentations
Ensure clarity of messaging and action items
Advise strategists on creative briefings
Partner with senior team leaders to develop and refine creative ideas and campaigns
Elevate creative output through collaboration with creative and consumer engagement teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis on psychology, sociology, anthropology, advertising, or related field or strong relevant experience
A minimum of 10+ years of planning or related business experience at a creative agency or working on creative brands
Proven ability to work in partnership with senior clients and creative teams
Significant quantitative and qualitative research experience, including tracking studies, focus groups, in-depth interviews, and ethnographic research
Ability to see and adapt insights
Proven ability to work quickly and efficiently, meet deadlines, and set realistic expectations with agency teams
Expert knowledge of Keynote, PowerPoint, and Word
Experience working with Simmons/MRI and syndicated research partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Minimum three days per week in the office (unless additional in-office days are directed)
Equal employment opportunities
Inclusive team environment
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