Head of Publisher Success

Posted 2 days 2 hours ago by Venatus Media Limited

Permanent
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Lincolnshire, New York, United Kingdom, LN4 4
Job Description
Who we are

Venatus is an award-winning , global ad-tech platform that connects advertisers to the exclusive audiences of 700+, world renowned gaming and entertainment publishers. We are tech-first. We are gamers. We are the difference makers. Because when it comes to helping the world's most recognisable brands such as EA , Nintendo and Rovio produce outstanding advertising campaigns, our in-house creative team alongside our direct and programmatic ad-sales have an unrivaled track-record.

Our game-changing investment from leading private equity firm, LivingBridge makes this an exceptionally exciting time to join the company. Venatus has ambitious growth and expansion plans, launching new products and opening even more international offices. London is our HQ with regional offices in New York, LA, Canada, Sydney, Seoul and the Philippines.

Why you should work with us

Venatus is an extremely ambitious company and we pride ourselves on our open and supportive culture. Our talented employees stay loyal to our business due to the regular learning opportunities and experience of working directly with industry experts. We empower people to succeed, welcoming innovative ideas and ways of working that will ultimately help the business grow. We offer a fluid approach to hybrid working, giving employees the freedom to produce their best work, wherever they are. Joining Venatus is a play for the top. You'll be challenged in positive ways, learn rapidly and develop a career in one of the most captivating industries in the world. You will be able to develop both professionally and as an individual, carving a career path that engages and excites you.

What we're looking for

Venatus is seeking a Head of Publisher Partnerships to be responsible for working across functions, developing strategies, processes, and communication to help drive Venatus' Publishers' success. This is a unique opportunity to join a company experiencing rapid growth and be an instrumental contributor to accelerating its market share.

The successful candidate will have an experienced understanding of publisher monetization strategies, expertise in marketplace and industry trends, and operational experience in building, developing, and managing Publisher partner management teams. As a key function in the company, there is huge scope to shape this role and become an integral part of the Venatus team.

Responsibilities
  1. Work closely with the business development team to drive adoption and enable success for key strategic publishing partners
  2. Understand our Publisher's business objectives and provide consultative, intelligent solutions that unlock revenue opportunities
  3. Develop trusted partnerships with key influencers across Publisher Operations, Ad Operations, Sales and Leadership teams to develop strategy, process, and tactics that drive client results
  4. Establish and achieve quarterly revenue goals and key operational results
  5. Ensure Publisher is aware of all Venatus initiatives and upsold new opportunities
  6. Deliver Key Account Plans for Publishers and Internal Reporting to measure performance and highlight risks and opportunities
  7. Oversee negotiations in renewing contracts and ensuring Net Revenue Retention
  8. Collaborate with Venatus' Operations, Publisher, Sales, and Marketing teams to create foundational processes and find opportunities for innovation
  9. Travel to client sites for regular strategic review meetings
  10. Manage a team - Currently 2 (1UK + 1PH)
Requirements
  1. Minimum of 2 years experience in an account management role with an understanding of ad tech preferably for a Publisher, AdExchange/Network, or ad tech provider
  2. Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, or Sciences or a related discipline is preferred, however candidates who hold other degrees and also have relevant experience will be considered
  3. Understanding of online advertising ecosystem, publisher monetization & market trends
  4. Outstanding troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, along with an ability to collaborate cross-functionally
  5. Experience product consulting and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
  6. Strong customer service skills, comfortable working directly with clients and partners as well as internal departments
  7. Proven track record of hitting aggressive goals in a highly competitive environment
  8. Understanding and/or experience in digital advertising
  9. Ability to work individually and collaboratively to drive business forward
  10. Comfortable taking ownership of projects and showcasing key accomplishments
  11. Strives for continued learning opportunities to build upon craft
  12. CRM experience
  13. Advanced MS Excel skills
  14. Ability to work quickly and independently with minimal oversight
  15. SQL skills would be a plus
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We understand that the best ideas are born from the collaboration of diverse minds, spanning all races, religions, ethnicities, genders and orientations. We are dedicated to making Venatus a safe, happy place to be, allowing everyone to feel comfortable and confident in order to produce their best work. We employ a range of talent that represents the diverse creativity of our industry and we are proud of our growing teams of employees who share these values.

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