Strategy & Planning Team Lead

• Manage a planning stream within a pod (up to 7–8 people, max 9), ensuring alignment with business goals and pod-level strategy • Ensure team effectiveness, workflow quality, and adherence to deadlines • Maintain deep involvement across all RFPs/RFIs handled by the team • Oversee task distribution, prioritization, and workload balancing • Manage handoffs and collaboration with Client Services and MPO • Lead hiring, interviews, and onboarding of new team members • Conduct performance reviews and career development planning • Identify and escalate team capacity or performance risks • 5+ years in digital media planning • 2+ years of experience managing teams (3-5 direct reports) • Hands-on DSP platform experience or strong multi-platform planning expertise • English proficiency: C1–C2; ability to communicate and express a point in verbal and written English easily • Proven experience in client-facing pitches and strategy presentations • Deep understanding of media infrastructure and execution • Demonstrated team leadership and soft skills • Advanced presentation and strategic planning capabilities