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Business Unit Director

Johannesburg, South AfricaFull-time2025-03-27 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead media teams and strategy for the Absa portfolio, ensuring campaign delivery, financial management, and strategic alignment with client goals.

Role type

Senior IC business unit director (media)

Builds

Media campaigns, strategies, and insights for the Absa client

Domain

Digital media, advertising, and client strategy

Required skills

Project management, strategic planning, financial management, client relationship management, data analysis, presentation skills, team leadership, media buying, campaign optimization, stakeholder collaboration

Preferred skills

Experience with DV360 and search specialists, advanced IT skills, ability to synthesize insights

Technologies

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, DV360

Responsibilities

Lead teams and manage contractual delivery, operational adherence, and financial management; Direct strategists to deliver quality outputs and business reviews; Resolve account challenges and maintain strong relationships with clients and agency partners; Drive data-led approach for strategic decisioning; Monitor progress, direct optimization, and manage media billing packs; Present media strategies and insights decks to client senior management.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC