Company description As part of Publicis Groupe, Starcom blends creativity, data, and deep expertise to craft media experiences that move people — and in turn, move business. Leveraging unique data assets, unparalleled media relationships, and the buying scale of the Groupe, we turn insight into impact. Today’s media landscape is faster, noisier, and more fragmented than ever. People are constantly scrolling, streaming, and switching — and despite more ways to connect, many brands feel further away from their audiences. Short-term thinking dominates. Quick wins overshadow long-term momentum. At Starcom, we see it differently. Change isn’t a threat — it’s an opening. Our mission has always been the same: know people deeply, then connect with them meaningfully. We unlock opportunities across paid, owned, shared, and earned media to keep brands relevant and resonant. We help clients navigate what’s next — not by chasing every shiny object, but by knowing which ones matter. Our media thinking is fuelled by human insight, built for the context of each channel, and optimised for the outcomes that count. Because when you move people, you move business. For today. For tomorrow. For good. Overview #LI-LJ1 Who are we looking for? Starcom Australia is growing, and we’re on the hunt for a curious, data-informed Performance Manager to join our team of media specialists. If you’re passionate about SEM, programmatic, and social, and want to work on market-leading and award-winning brands in a culture that values innovation and test-and-learn thinking, this is your opportunity. In this role, you’ll combine hands-on platform expertise with strategic input – activating and optimising campaigns, managing large budgets, and driving performance excellence primarily across paid search and programmatic channels. You’ll translate data into actionable insights, deliver seamless execution, and build strong client and media partner relationships that make you a trusted and reliable advisor. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, experiment, and influence outcomes, supported by senior leaders who mentor and empower. This is a chance to work on high-impact campaigns, collaborate with brilliant minds across strategy, creative, and data, and grow fast in an agency that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and performance. If you’re a Senior Performance Executive ready to step up or a Performance Manager looking for bigger challenges, we’d love to hear from you. What will your day-to-day look like? Take ownership of digital performance activity across your client portfolio, ensuring campaigns deliver against agreed objectives. Lead client conversations on performance strategy, technology opportunities, and partnerships, acting as a trusted and reliable advisor. Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service. Oversee the setup, execution, and optimisation of campaigns across search, programmatic, and social channels. Monitor budgets, pacing, and KPIs to ensure performance targets are met or exceeded. Analyse campaign data to identify trends and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Prepare and present clear, compelling performance reports and insights during monthly and quarterly reviews. Collaborate with internal teams - strategy, creative, data, and client teams to deliver integrated media solutions. Contribute to planning discussions and test-and-learn initiatives to drive innovation and continuous improvement. What you're looking for An encouraging, positive, and collaborative culture. Greater exposure across a wide spread of channels, developing a unique and holistic skillset, across an exciting patch of clients that continue to push boundaries when connecting with audiences. Clients who are open to be encouraged and working progressively. To fulfil your growth and career development ambitions in a business large enough to accommodate them. What will set you up for success? 3+ years’ experience in performance media, with strong hands-on expertise across SEM and Programmatic). Media agency experience will be highly regarded. Proficiency with bid management and ad platforms such as Google Ads, SA360, DV360, Meta Ads, and familiarity with tools like Trade Desk. Excellent client relationship skills and confidence in leading conversations and presenting performance updates. This is a client facing role and you will be a trusted advisor to your clients, and work closely with media partners. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Proven ability to manage multiple accounts, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Experience managing large budgets, including pacing, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborative team player with strong communication skills and a solutions-focused mindset. Highly organised, proactive, and able to think ahead to anticipate challenges. A curious, growth-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and embrace innovation. Exposure to advanced measurement setups (CRM integrations, GA4), automation tools, or AI-driven optimisation (highly regarded). Additional Information Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com. Enjoy all the benefits that come with our network offering: A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing. A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach — "working your way with us." Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network. Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes. A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program. A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE, and Écologique committees. Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service. Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year. Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave. Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs. A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: https://workingwithcancerpledge.com/ Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network. Additional information Publicis Groupe benefits: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com. Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering: A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing. A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach — "working your way with us." Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network. Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes. A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program. A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE, and Écologique committees. Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service. Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year. Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave. Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs. A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: https://workingwithcancerpledge.com/ Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network. If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity rather than ticking boxes — so if this role resonates with you, please apply. Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words; these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe, we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. Uniqueness is powerful; without it, we wouldn't be where we are today. So be you — we like it that way. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via recruitmentpublicisgroupe.com; your personal information will be kept confidential.