Associate Trading Director, Agency

The Trade Desk

. Manage and optimize a diverse client portfolio to drive trading performance and account growth .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited KingdomLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client portfolios and optimizing trading performance through data analysis and strategic collaboration. Proficient in programmatic advertising, campaign optimization, and client onboarding processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DSP ExperienceProgrammatic Ecosystem KnowledgeCampaign OptimizationData Analysis ProficiencyCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Ad OperationsCampaign TraffickingCPA OptimizationCPC OptimizationRTB Environment ExperienceExcel ProficiencyData VisualizationTroubleshooting SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Consultative ApproachGoal SettingFeedback ProvisionProfessional Development

Industry Keywords

Programmatic Supply ChainAd ExchangesAggregatorsAd ServersClient Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and optimize a diverse client portfolio to drive trading performance and account growth
Work with internal teams to create growth strategies aligned with client goals
Provide platform best-practice leadership and mentor clients on improving campaign effectiveness
Combine data analysis and client feedback to develop optimization strategies and solve complex campaign challenges
Collaborate with Product Management and cross-functional teams to define platform features and enhancements
Build trading best practices, training collateral, and internal resources
Develop and execute client onboarding plans with the Client Services team
Communicate The Trade Desk’s value proposition, technology, processes, and partnerships to grow client accounts
Help build the Client Services practice through training materials, customer-facing assets, and internal resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep hands-on experience with DSPs, online ad operations, and the broader programmatic ecosystem
A consultative approach to navigating complex advertising and business challenges for clients
Proven ability to set clear goals, measure success, hold external and internal teams accountable, provide constructive feedback, and foster professional development of the trader’s community
Experience working across the full programmatic supply chain, including ad exchanges, aggregators, ad servers, and optimization platforms
Hands-on experience in trafficking and optimizing CPA, CPC, and direct marketing campaigns, preferably in an RTB environment
Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, data analysis, and visualization
Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive immediate impact

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel costs for regular client visits are expensed
Equal opportunity, inclusive hiring experience
Confidential accommodation support during the hiring process