Sky Media are looking for a Director of Insight and Research to run the Measurement, Insight and Effectiveness teams who support Sky Media’s market leading position in the UK. The Director of Insight and Research will be responsible for leading a team of 27, with a focus on developing our cross-platform measurement, and supporting the industry JICs (Joint Industry Currencies), like Barb.
The Role
- Provide strategic leadership and vision around the future of measurement, supporting Sky Media’s MD in setting our strategy and goals for measurement
- Oversee the strategy for Sky Media’s participation in industry currencies like Barb, providing a balance between innovation and support for existing capabilities
- Represent Sky on the Barb Management and Strategy Boards, as well as all associated sub-committees
- Identify and pursue new opportunities to help Sky Media succeed through measurement innovation and thought leadership
- Run Sky Media’s effectiveness programme for all platforms including adsmart, digital and VOD.
- Lead a team of experienced market researchers and data scientists to deliver best in class outcomes and solutions
- Mentor heads of teams and their direct reports for optimal performance, setting high performing teams up for success
- Efficiently run a budget line of xm and identify opportunities to control costs
- Communicate and update Sky Media’s partner channels on measurement changes and innovation
- Work effectively with other Sky teams specifically Marketing, Product, Data, Finance and Sales teams to pursue and deliver a shared vision and goals
Qualifications and Experience:
Must Haves
- Has managed teams of similar size and complexity
- 10 years + experience of (television) audience measurement
- Experience of working with research panels alongside first party data integration
- Knowledge of audience measurement analytics and software solutions
- Track record of working with people based measurement solutions as well as return path data or census datasets
- Experience of managing B2B contractor relationships
- Excellent communication skills, and experience of presenting to senior leadership teams, with an ability to simplify complex messages and principles
Capabilities and leadership qualities
- Has deep knowledge of the media industry
- Relentlessly focuses on the customer and their needs (advertisers and agencies)
- Attune to market dynamics, competitors and innovation / monitor change in audience measurement globally
- Ability to influence and collaborate with industry partners and research providers
- Displays inclusive leadership - consciously prioritises diversity and inclusion
- Inspires, motivates and empowers teams
- Optimizes team performance
- Aligns to the culture and values of their organization
- Ability to manage organizational change and create a resilient team
Sky Media
Sky Media is the advertising sales arm of Sky, offering businesses of all shapes and sizes an exciting array of opportunities on TV, online and on the go. Reaching over 95% of the UK population, Sky Media represents all of Sky’s channels and sites including Sky Sports, Sky News, Sky One, Sky Cinema, Sky Arts, Sky Atlantic and Sky Witness. Sky Media also sells on behalf of a range of renowned broadcasters and channels including Channel 5, Discovery, National Geographic, MTV, FOX, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central.
The rewards
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- Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences
How you'll work:
We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home.
We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process.
Inclusion:
At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working.
We are a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.
Why wait?
Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.
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