London, United Kingdom

Internally, this role will be known as Tech Planner

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We're 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. We have been certified B Corp and Climate Neutral since 2021.

This role is part of our Global Studios team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients.

JOB PURPOSE

This role is dedicated exclusively to Creative Automation - using technology to produce creative assets at scale. You will manage automation campaigns end-to-end, ensuring efficiency, quality, and best practices throughout.

You don't need direct experience in Creative Automation, but we're looking for someone who is naturally curious, technically minded, and eager to experiment - someone who sees automation as an opportunity to transform creative production.

We're looking for candidates who thrive in problem-solving, process optimisation, and structured thinking, with a strong interest in automation and its potential to reshape creative workflows.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Manage multiple Creative Automation projects simultaneously, from briefing through to final delivery from design, feed setup, testing, automation production, quality control, and final delivery.
Develop accurate project budgets, timing plans, and resource allocations to keep projects on track.
Consult on creative development to ensure automation feasibility.
Identify risks early and proactively manage them, ensuring seamless execution.
Act as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring smooth communication and alignment.
Support account planners and clients on automation-specific discussions, helping them understand workflows and best practices.
Identify workflow improvements and contribute to continuous optimisation of automation processes.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Strong project management skills - organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Logical and detail-oriented mindset - able to spot inefficiencies, solve problems with precision, and improve workflows.
Proactive and solutions-driven - anticipates challenges, finds solutions, and takes initiative.
Excellent communication skills - able to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable information for non-technical teams.
Adaptability - comfortable in an evolving space, where testing, learning, and iteration drive success.
Proficiency in Google Sheets - comfortable working with data, structuring information logically, and using Sheets for project tracking.

NICE TO HAVE

Experience with Google Suite and Airtable.
Exposure to Creative Automation.
Experience working with Celtra or Smartly.

WE OFFER

Possibilities to do what you do best and to develop your skills further with training development and certifications
A flexible, hybrid working policy
The choice of medical healthcare providers (Bupa or Medicash)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off each year
Company pension scheme
Ride to work schemeEnhanced family friendly policies
Buddy Program: You will be paired with a 'Buddy' to help you through your first weeks' at DEPT®
Global Annual DEPT® Cares Day which cadets can donate their skills to support local charities
Other soft benefits including, refreshments provided in the office and a social calendar with weekly and monthly events on a team and agency level

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the worlds most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

AI Disclosure

At DEPT®, we use AI-assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations, so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional, just let us know if you'd prefer it not be used.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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