James Johnson
Director - EMEA
I have spent the last 7 years building relationships with advertising technology, marketing technology, agency and media owner professionals across EMEA
I have helped to build high-performing sales, client services & ad operations teams across London, Germany, Paris and North America.
I work in a transparent and consultative with whilst always trying to deliver an amazing customer journey. I can assist with the following:
Ad Operations & Programmatic Buying
Account Management & Customer Success
Digital sales
Technical Account Management
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Area's of Specialism: Programmatic, Advertising Operations, Account Management, Digital Sales & Agency Sales.
James Johnson's Jobs
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Senior Product Manager
£85,000 to £90,000
Senior Product ManagerSalary - £85,000 to £90,000Fully remote but must be UK Based4 ½ day working week with Friday afternoons offOur client is an AI-Driven AdTech business who are hiring for a Senior Product Manager for their UK team. This AdTech business continues to develop their product range and this hire plays a pivotal part in this.The RoleDevelop new products via market research and consumer buying behaviorsImprove customer experience and drive growthWork with internal and external stakeholders to define the problems and refine the product requirementsCapture and document learnings throughout the discovery stagePartner with engineering and data science teamsCreate compelling cases and presentations to gain traction from senior leadersYouExperience with product management within the AdTech / MarTech spaceGood knowledge of working with DSP, SSP and CTV technologyUnderstanding of display, video and mobile in app capabilitiesAn interest in audience buying, campaign measurement tools and mobile attributionTrack record in launching and managing digital advertising productsUnderstanding of AI and Machine Learning theoriesStrong leadership and project management skillsSelf-motivated as working remotely.
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Agency Sales Manager - AdTech
London
60000
Agency Sales Manager – AdTechSalary - £60,000 + BonusLocation – London, Hybrid ModelMy client is looking for a London based Agency Sales Manager to join their EMEA sales time.You will be partnering with multiple agency groups to help grow their footprint in the EMEA region.You will be responsible for the growth across the agency landscape. The Role· Introduce the platform to th EMEA agency world· Partner with different agency groups (Publicis, Omnicom, WPP, Dentsu Aegis & Havas) to allow for activation of larger global accounts· Meet quarterly sales goals and manage your sales pipeline.· Become an expert in their product and value proposition· Deliver sales presentations· Attend industry events, entertain and network within the digital scene. Experience · Experience of sales, preferably within marketing tech or ad tech.· Great knowledge of the EMEA media agency landscape and connections into key stakeholders· History of managing a sales pipeline and identifying opportunities for growth.· Deep understanding of the online advertising space.· Passion for technology and advertising creative. Get in touch to find out more Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Client Solutions Executive
London
30,000 + Bonus
Client Solutions ExecutiveLocation -Central London (Hybrid 1-2 days per week in Holborn)Salary -up to £30k + BonusThis innovative AdTech business is hiring for a Client Solutions Executive for their London team.As a Client Solutions executive, you will partner internally with all departments including data science, operations, senior leadership, and the Head of Client Solutions to shape their advertiser’s media strategies and build intelligent, data-led marketing campaigns.It's a role that's all about delivering the best client services & account management to an array of client.Main Responsibilities:Take ownership of client campaigns from start to finish: brief response to post-campaign analysis. Learn about the programmatic industry.Work in partnerships with their clients, ensuring campaigns remain smooth from start to finish, whilst keeping a close eye on all aspects of the campaign during its duration.Work with clients to find new solutions that solve their challengesDesired Skills and ExperiencesExceptional written and verbal communication skills.Experience working within digital advertising.Passion for data driven marketing and joining a new start up.Detail oriented, insight motivated, multi-tasker and thrives in a fast-paced work environment.Self-motivated and entrepreneurial.Ability to work within a cross-functional team.Creative, innovative thinker.Strong presentation skills & client management.
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Agency Sales Manager
London
40000
Agency Sales ManagerSalary - £40,000 + 40% BonusHybrid working modelOur client is a global full-service advertising solution (Omnichannel offering) with offices across the US & Europe.Their tech allows for the planning and management of campaigns across desktop, CTV, audio, mobile and out of home. They’re expanding the sales team and looking for a digital sales candidate to generate revenue from UK media agencies.They’re a forward-thinking company, who are always developing and enhancing its technology offering. The role· Develop and build upon agency relationships with a view to long-term commercial growth· Develop and grow new relationships with agency account teams and key decision-makers· Identify advertisers most suited to their offering and develop an in-depth understanding of their advertising needs.· Meet and exceed targets· Develop and implement sales strategies with media agency clients· Respond to briefs and develop creative solutions for potential advertisers· Partner with other internal departments from account management and ad operations. Experience · Strong understanding of the media landscape in London and beyond, ideally with a passion for programmatic· Passion for creative advertising and data-led advertising solutions· Knowledge of programmatic platforms· Established relationships with agency account teams, communications planners, activation teams, and trading desks· A history of winning new business and hitting sales targets· Ambitious, outgoing, and personable Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Account Manager - Adtech SSP
London
£43,000 - £55,000 per annum + Bonus
Account Manager – AdTech SSP Salary - £43k to £55k + 30% OTELocation - London Our client is a omnichannel SSP that is just about to expand further across EMEA after their acquisition last year.Their tech partners with brands, publishers and DSPs across online video, connected TV and native.They’re hiring for an Account Manager for their London team.The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the programmatic landscape.You will manage relationships with their trading desk partners and everything post sale.They’re looking for someone to become an expert in their technology and be comfortable with campaign troubleshooting and client lunches.The RoleWork closely with the Head of Account Management, and look after a assigned list of key clients.Ensure these clients are achieving the results they require.Partner with sales, onboard new accounts and help grow existing clientsBecome an expert in their SSP technologyProvide training and product updates to clientsEstablish strong relationships with key decision makers across your key accounts ExperienceA good knowledge of different campaign metrics such as CPA, CPC and CPMStrong oral and communication skills, comfortable dealing with clients to resolve any issuesA good knowledge of the programmatic ecosystemExperience working with RTB, Ad Servers, Ad Exchanges and DSPsProven track record of being client facing with key accountsExperience within the online advertising fieldGet in touch to find out moree - James.johnson@ultimateasset.com
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Customer Success Lead
London
60000
Client Success Team Lead – AdTech Salary - £50,000 - £60,000 + commissionLondon – Hybrid working model This client is hiring for a Client Success Lead to work in their central London team and manage the relationships with their key accounts.They’re leaders in the contextual advertising space. You would manage a team of 5 people, whilst also looking after one key account. The role · Manage the UK Client Success team, and looking after their individual progression· Partner with the Director of Client Success to drive company initiatives· Key point of contacts for UK accounts· Upskill the team with a view of making everyone slightly more commercially driven· Regular calls with agencies and gathering feedback on campaign performance· Campaign reviews, PCAs and QBRs. You · Experience in the digital sector managing relationships with UK clients· Experience in managing and growing a team· Strong knowledge of the digital ecosystem· Brilliant account management experience· You have a track record of going above and beyond, providing amazing client service and account management. Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Enterprise Sales Manager
London
70000
Enterprise Sales Manager – Marketing Consultancy£50,000 to £70,000 base salary + Uncapped commissionRemote first business however can get passes to office space for the successful candidate. This client is a fast growing marketing consultancy business and they’re looking for a sales candidates to drive revenue from brands directly.If you have sold to digital products to marketers at brands, then they will be keen to speak with you. The RoleBuilding and managing a pipeline of deals for their products.They have two products, one is a SaaS tool they have built designed around search activity and the 2nd is a training working shop.Target buyers and marketers at scale up brands globallyHelp the business grow further.They launched in 2021 and have 15 heads already with 4-5 open roles currently.You would be their first full time sales hire and would be able to craft the role, and sales division with the CEO.They would look to build a team under the successful candidate. YouExperience within sales and ideally selling technology products into large companiesOwning and delivering on an individual sales targetStart up mentality.Not afraid to get stuck in and suggest new ideas to the wider businessContacts with buyers and marketers at brands directlyExperience within the digital advertising ecosystem Some other perks include:Uncapped commissionEnrolled into pension from day oneRemote first, but with flexible working ways offered32 days annual leave, as well as 7 company re-charge daysGlobal all-access WeWork passAll expense paid company get aways twice a year Get in touch if you’d like to find out more! Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Senior Programmatic Trader
London
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Senior Programmatic Traderup to £45,000 | Hybrid Working | LondonMy client help brands & agencies to deliver their programmatic offering. Sitting at the cutting edge of programmatic advertising, they use the latest tools & methods to deliver effective campaigns across all channels.The Programmatic Trader will sit within the Ad Operations team working on clients from a wide range of industries such. The successful candidate will work internally closely with their departments such as planning, creative and sales team. You will require some understanding of a DSP and reporting tools.The RoleImplementing and optimising programmatic campaigns across a variety of DSPsWorking with ad servers to build campaigns and run reports on client activityMake sure that all client updates are done in a timely and accurate mannerDeveloping regular performance & insight reports to monitor ongoing campaign results.Coordinate internally across different departmentsDeveloping strong client relationships with all relevant stakeholdersExperienceExperience in programmatic trading / media buying.Setting up campaigns in a variety of DSPs such as DV360, Amazon, Trade Desk or Xandr.Passion for digital marketingA good knowledge of excel and PowerPoint skills.Get in touch if you’d like to find out more:e - James.johnson@ultimateasset.comw - https://www.ultimateasset.com/
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Customer Success Director
London
£80,000 - £100,000 per annum
Customer Success DirectorSalary - £80,000 to £100k,000 + OTEHybrid working – 2/3 days per week in LondonThis client is an AdTech business who are hiring for a Head of Customer Success for their UK team. You must have advance programmatic knowledge, with deep trading experience so ideally from a activation background.The RoleReporting in the UK MD, your role will be to lead the customer success team as they educate campaign managers and programmatic traders how to use and leverage their platform.Building and defining a customer success strategy to ensure customers see value from using the platformEstablish them as a key partner of their customersDetect upsell opportunities, and work closely with the sales team to help keep the sales funnelWork closely with the other senior managers in the businessYouExperienced in programmatic activation and programmatic trading techniquesDeep knowledge of multiple DSPs, such as DV360, The Trade Desk and XandrAccount management experience ideally with agencies or client leadership teamsCommercial mindset and strong customer success experience.Experience in growing and managing a team.Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Ad Tech Support Manager
London
£80,000
Technical Support - AdTech Remote roleSalary - £65,000 to £80,000 Our client is searching for a client-facing, Technical Support Manager experienced within Ad Technology systems to support in a new company department. You will be a SME on their AdTech stack and provide internal and external support on reinforcing best practices, as well as troubleshooting and solving campaign issues.You will actively manage and resolve all lever 1 & 2 issues, and work with internal teams to help develop solutions that automatic and improve the clients experience with the business Responsibilities Troubleshooting and answering all technical questions in a timely matter while providing first class customer satisfactionSupport the ongoing setup and maintenance of online advertising campaigns - including but not limited to: Trafficking, 3rd party tag and tracker set up, data on-boarding, campaign set up and troubleshootingWork with internal teams to identify and develop solutions that automate and improve internal and client trafficking operationsWorking with product owners on improving and providing quick resolution to product issues Requirements: · Hands-on experience with more than one online advertising technology and systems (DoubleClick, Atlas, FBM, Sizmek, Flashtalking, etc.)· Minimum 1-2 years of experience managing complexities such as online advertising campaign setup, QA, troubleshooting, and resolution· Strong troubleshooting skills· Understanding of RTB, DSP, DMP, SSP and dynamic ad-serving fundamentals · Experience with HTML, Python, SQL Scripting and/or JavaScript· Knowledge of debugging tools (Firebug, HTTPFox, Fiddler, Chrome Dev ConsoleUnderstanding of client-side web technologies (JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, HTTP requests)· Understanding of API calls Get in touch to find out more
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Data Strategist
London
50000
Data Strategy ManagerSalary - £50,000Working model - Hybrid Global media agency hiring for a Data Strategy Manager and are ideally looking for someone who comes from a digital comms planning background/or activation background of programmatic & social campaigns. You would work across their global client range and this role connects the dots between strategy & execution The Role· Data collection, government, and data strategy.Advise clients on data strategy across 1st,2nd and 3rd party data.Acquisition, identification, and integration of data· First point of contact for client teams in relation to data governance· Support clients with identifying and activating addressable audience segments across digital media channels· Supervise audience strategy – Building user guides, playbooks, audience builds etc· Thought leadership and education as we move into a cookie-less world.· Create audience activation strategies with client DMPs or activation platforms· Help select, assess and implement any new customer data platforms, DMPs, data clean rooms and consent management platforms You · Strong analytical, problem-solving and client-facing skills with a good knowledge of digital advertising· Proven experience in ad tech and digital strategy· Experience working with programmatic, social or DMP management· Strengthen client relationships· Understanding of how regulations like GDPR impact marketing channels· Interest in identity plans when it comes to building media proposals· Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Programmatic Manager
London
45000
Programmatic Account Manager / TraderSalary – £45,000Location – London (Hybrid Working)My client is hiring for a Programmatic Trader / Account Manager for a number of roles across a range of flagship clients. The role is split across DSP activation and campaign management as well as working strategically with your clients.It’s a great hybrid role. Another big part of the role involves working with internal stakeholders to identify where they can work with their clients closer to ensure they are not losing out on programmatic revenue. The Role · Implementing and optimising programmatic campaigns across a variety of DSPs· Working with ad servers to build campaigns and run reports on client activity· Make sure that all client updates are done in a timely and accurate manner· Developing regular performance & insight reports to monitor ongoing campaign results.· Coordinate internally across different departments· Developing strong client relationships with all relevant stakeholders Experience Experience in programmatic trading / media buying.· Setting up campaigns in a variety of DSPs such as DV360, Amazon, Trade Desk or Xandr.· Passion for digital marketing· A good knowledge of excel and PowerPoint skills. Get in touch if you’d like to find out more.
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Ad Technology Lead
London
70000
Ad Technology Lead Salary - £70,000London-based – Hybrid working A leading media agency is hiring for a Technology Lead to oversee the setup and integrations of all their ad tech platforms.Great role for anyone interested in martech, retail media or any other commerce technologies.This sits within a global team based from London and works on a wide range of digital strategy projects for blue chip clients. The Role· Management and set up of all ad tech platforms· Lead ad tech integrations with clients chosen tech suite across ad tech, mar tech, retail media, and commerce· Pilot and scale new concepts within ad tech to drive value for clients· Manage relationships with key advertising technology partners· Build impact assessments and define business roadmaps around cookie dependency · Act as the technical expert for all things ad tech, including identity solutions · Partner with all other internal departments Experience · Experience in adtech, with a strong focus on cross-device and omnichannel experiences.· Someone with great problem-solving, analytical and client facing experience· Strong understanding of the AdTech and martech ecosystems· Great knowledge of Google marketing platforms · Passionate about digital technology Get in touch to find out more! Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Agency Sales Director
London
70000
Sales Director – AdTech Salary - £70,000 + 50% bonusHybrid working – 2 to 3 days per week in their Holborn office Top selling points· Grown to 50+ heads in 3 years· Currently a managed service business however has their SaaS product in development right now.It’s being built by the same developers who build another successful AdTech business that went through to sale· Excited about the cookieless future and already prepared for this· Competitive commission structure They’re looking to hire a Sales Director to join their UK sales team.You will support and grow their agency revenue in the UK.You will work in partnership with the Head of Sales to create and deliver an agency sales strategy. The Role · Achieve personal sales target delivering revenue numbers across your agency patch· Identify and build relationships with key decision makers within agencies· Sell solutions that meet client and internal goals· Close and retain campaigns from your agencies whilst driving new business opportunities · Create, lead and implement your strategy across your agency patch· Manage upwards, keep stakeholders up to date· Own the relationships with all agency client partners, digital buyers, managers and comms directors Experience · Experience selling programmatic / digital solutions to the agency landscape· Book of contacts across UK media agencies· Passionate about working within an ambitious start up· Experience in presenting about programmatic and social campaigns to agencies· Proven experience in delivering against revenue targets· Be familiar with the Ad Tech ecosystem· A passionate story teller Get in touch to find out more Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.
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Programmatic Trader
London
45000
Programmatic TraderSalary - £40,000 - £45,000 Hybrid working – 2-3 days per week in LondonMy client help brands & agencies to deliver their programmatic offering, across the amazon ecosystem. Sitting at the cutting edge of programmatic advertising, they use the latest tools & methods to deliver effective campaigns across all channels. The Programmatic Trader will sit within the Ad Operations team working on clients from a wide range of industries such.The successful candidate will work internally closely with their departments such as planning, creative and sales team.You will require some understanding of a DSP and reporting tools. The Role· Implementing and optimising programmatic campaigns across a variety of DSPs, predominately the Amazon DSP· Working with ad servers to build campaigns and run reports on client activity· Make sure that all client updates are done in a timely and accurate manner· Developing regular performance & insight reports to monitor ongoing campaign results.· Coordinate internally across different departments· Developing strong client relationships with all relevant stakeholders Experience· Experience in programmatic trading / media buying.· Setting up campaigns in a variety of DSPs such as DV360, Amazon, Trade Desk or Xandr.· Passion for digital marketing· A good knowledge of excel and PowerPoint skills. Get in touch if you’d like to find out more. Ultimate Asset is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status, origin, disability, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of merit, qualification & business need. We celebrate diversity and encourage you to apply to opportunities here at Ultimate Asset.