Agency :
Havas Media Group SpainJob Description :
.Havas is one of the world’s largest global communications groups, operating in over 100 countries. The Group is made up of three major divisions: Creative, Media and Health & Wellness communication.
We have a multi-disciplinary offering, united under one leadership, all in one building: advertising, media, data, technology, digital, social, mobile, CRM, UX, sports and entertainment, public relations, corporate communications, healthcare, design, research, employer branding and recruitment. Havas is the only truly integrated marketing and communications company in the UK.
Our mission is to unite brands and people through meaningful connections, driving business success. We are the fastest growing of the global networks and have a challenger brand mentality. We share one common purpose: to bring media and creative closer together for the benefit of our clients.
Havas Global is a dedicated team supporting global clients across strategy, insight, media, creative, health and digital. The culture of our group is best described as dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative.
technology and AI, bringing its global expertise, tools and capabilities, even closer to meet its clients’ needs.
We are solely immersed in global assignments and have the experience and understanding to fulfil the needs and challenges of global clients. We believe in modelling team structures after those of our clients and are set up to meet the unique requirements of each, from centralised one-hub market management to more coordinated or decentralised needs, adding value by leveraging central and local expertise and the totality of our clients’ investments.
Job Summary
As a key member of the Global Product team, you will be leading the Product Development team and the media planning & budget optimization of global data products. You will also be implementing the development, evolution and adoption of those global products for our Converged proprietary platform.
You will be supporting Product Owners and Market Champions with the design and development of media planning & budget optimization models and solutions, including reach & cost modelling for the network and users of the platform at a global level, whilst ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and maximizing user adoption.
Mission & Responsibilities
General Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in advanced analytics & data science, providing a broader perspective and adaptability to tackle a variety of tasks and challenges with success.
Media Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the media landscape, valuable project experience in the sector. This knowledge is important for navigating the complex ecosystem, understanding key players, and applying strategies effectively across various media channels. Nice to have experience in media planning and budget optimization analytical models.
Analytical & Technical Skills: A strong analytical mindset with a solid understanding of mathematics and probability. Experience applying these skills to media-specific models such as reach curves and budget optimization is fundamental.
Programming Knowledge: A strong understanding of programming, particularly in Python and/or R (or another programming language such as SAS, Matlab, etc.), to support data analysis and modeling. Proficiency is not , but he/she should be comfortable working with these tools for handling and processing data. Nice to have a solid understanding of machine learning basics, including both supervised and unsupervised learning techniques. Important to have experience leading analytical model development projects and to have experience in software product development projects.
Insights Background: Experience in extracting actionable insights from data is highly valuable. The ability to analyze and interpret data to provide meaningful, data-driven recommendations is key for influencing decisions and strategies.
Cloud Platform Knowledge: A well-based understanding of cloud platforms, with an emphasis on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), as the ecosystem increasingly points toward cloud-based solutions for data management and scalability.
Personal Skills: A proactive, resourceful individual who seeks solutions and embraces innovative approaches. Must be able to stay focused, effectively land ideas, and break down complex problems into actionable steps. Comfortable investigating new possibilities and finding creative solutions to challenges that may not have predefined answers.
Previous Experience & Industry Background:
3+ experience in advanced analytics, data and digital international transformation projects.
Proven success in leading large-scale, technology-driven change initiatives.
Previous experience in a media agency would be appreciated.
Qualification & Languages:
University Degree in Sciences, Computing, Engineering with a specialization in data & analytics.
Languages: English (Fluent).
Soft Skills & Competencies
Ability to lead complex initiatives/projects and perform tasks in an efficient and self-sufficient manner.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact and engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization (global, local, regional, business unit).
Team management would be a plus
Ability to work in a multicultural and multinational environment, with sensitivity to cultural communication styles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to anticipate and address change-related challenges.
Perfect knowledge of MS office tools.
Strong interpersonal skills such as creativity and curiosity.
Familiar with digital marketing channels & planning strategies.
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Contract Type :
PermanentHere at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.