Introducing Realtime!
At Realtime, we are rooted in an independent spirit and a relentless drive for results for our clients.
From day one we’ve propelled our clients over media hurdles, tackling complex challenges head-on and delivering measurable impact.
Our experts are platform masters with a record of shaping mindsets, amplifying presence, and igniting actions. Today, we add tech-powered solutions that provide unmatched speed, scale and precision.
Our Vision is to work with the world’s leading brands and be a shining example of agency services combined with tech with an incredible roster of clients. We help clients achieve their goals. Our employees succeed and grow. We are Realtime.
Role Summary
As a Senior Programmatic Manager you will be responsible for managing and optimizing programmatic advertising campaigns across multiple channels and platforms, and communicating campaign successes to our clients.
You will also collaborate with our media buying teams across social & search to ensure campaigns are set up, tracked, and optimized for reporting and maximum performance. You will be passionate about performance, with a proven track record of success with programmatic campaigns, and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously to meet key objectives and deadlines.
You will have strong experience working across multiple accounts, and you will deliver the best of the best to your clients, ensuring strong rapports are fostered and maintained.
You’re the right person for the role if you have:
- 4+ years of experience managing programmatic advertising campaigns.
- Proven track record of success in meeting programmatic campaign KPIs.
- Hands-on experience in Amazon, TTD or DV360 programmatic campaigns; hands-on experience with other Paid Media channels (e.g. Social, Paid Search, Retail Media) is a strong plus.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work directly with clients, ask hard questions, and push yourself and the team to execute at the highest levels.
- In depth knowledge of programmatic advertising platforms, such as The Trade Desk, Amazon, DV360, Google Campaign Manager, Yahoo DSP, StackAdapt, etc
- Degree in business, math, marketing, engineering, science or similar.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously to meet objectives/key deadlines.
- A working understanding of tracking, tagging, and measurement fundamentals (such as UTM tagging,Google Analytics, platform tracking).
- Ad platform certifications are a plus.
- Excellent analytical skills, with a data-first approach to campaign strategy, performance, optimization and decision-making.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working across diverse campaigns and channels.
- A genuine interest in digital marketing and a passion for continuous learning and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, manage, and execute large-scale programmatic campaigns across multiple platforms, targeting client KPIs.
- Own programmatic campaign strategy, collaborating with the client services team and vendors to design innovative campaigns across multiple programmatic DSPs.
- Supporting, training and mentoring of the Programmatic Account Executives and/or Programmatic Account Managers, in delivering all campaign planning and implementation.
- Implement best practice optimization processes to ensure maximum campaign performance potential is reached for both KPIs and budget delivery.
- Ensure brand safety by monitoring ad placements using verification tools (e.g., DoubleVerify, IAS) to prevent ads from appearing next to unsafe, fraudulent, or inappropriate content.
- Collect & analyze data, and identify trends & insights to maximize performance efficiency.
- Manage client communications within key accounts, build relationships with decision-makers, and present accurate and valuable performance insights and recommendations at regular client meetings.
- Responsible for driving new ideas to improve the performance of campaigns and executing tests.
- Maintain bulletproof organization of client spend, budgets, naming conventions, and account structure.
- Work closely with other internal teams to drive data-backed innovation and strategy.
- Champion innovation within Paid Media—bringing fresh ideas, staying ahead of platform trends, and identifying growth opportunities for clients
- Supporting the account leads and/or the wider agency leadership team with projects as required, including new business pitching, presentations, B2B product development and award entries.
- Keep both clients and internal teams informed of industry news, ensuring strategies remain relevant and effective in the dynamic digital landscape.
What does Realtime offer?
- Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance: Full medical coverage with no out of pocket expenses, and subsidized dental and vision plans available, for your peace of mind
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): 20 days of PTO annually, exclusive of federal holidays, for a well-rounded work-life balance
- Enhanced Sick Leave: Up to 10 additional days of sick leave to prioritize your health and well-being
- “Work from Anywhere” Flexibility: 15 days per year to work from anywhere, supporting a flexible lifestyle
- Special Birthday Perk: Enjoy a birthday morning lie-in to make your special day more enjoyable
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Benefit from a 3% matched contribution to help secure your financial future
- Customisable Benefits Plan: Choose benefits that fit your lifestyle with our new benefits platform, Heka!
- Attractive Bonus Scheme: Access to an excellent performance-based bonus scheme to reward your contributions
- Exciting Growth Prospects: Be part of a company that’s thriving as a market leader in the privacy-first era
- Global Reach: Work for a global organization with opportunities for international travel and collaboration
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of digital learning resources across programmatic, Google, influencer marketing, SEO, and affiliate marketing to deepen your expertise and become a well-rounded digital leader
- Vibrant Work Environment: Join a fun, inclusive workplace with regular social events, breakfast and lunch gatherings, and an abundance of office snacks
Living our Values
Our values are at the core of everything we do. As part of our team, you are expected not only to deliver results but also to embody and promote our values in your daily work. These values guide how we collaborate, innovate, and succeed together.
Always Curious
We are driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery. Risk-taking and innovation are at our core; we explore uncharted territories. Learning from our experiences, we continuously push boundaries and aim high.
Performance Driven
We deliver precise, effective strategies tailored for our clients. Our focus is on data, science, and exploration to ensure high performance. We take ownership of our work, always seeking improvement and excellence.
Relentlessly Ambitions
We set high standards and push beyond what’s expected. Clear, direct communication drives us to achieve outstanding results. Proactive and determined, we see tasks through to completion and beyond.
On the Front Foot
Our commitment to our goals is unwavering and proactive. We seize opportunities to optimize and enhance performance. Dependable and driven, we deliver on our promises and keep pushing forward.
Real and authentic
We build genuine, lasting relationships with clients and colleagues. Transparency and honesty are fundamental; we communicate openly. We collaborate with integrity and respect, fostering a trustworthy environment.
Kind at Heart
We stand by our values of kindness, respect, and integrity in all interactions. Deep care for our team and clients, always ready to support and help. Generous with our time and resources, we are reliable and always available.
