Senior Programmatic Executive

Slingshot is the creative media agency that propels brands and people further, faster.

We do it through Unconventional Intelligence (UI) — our unique way of finding different and better ways to unlock growth.

In a world obsessed with AI, we’re driven by UI. It’s our special sauce — helping us connect the unconnected, uncover unexpected opportunities, and deliver real commercial impact for our clients and our people.

Our competitors don’t love us — but our people do. That’s why we’ve been named one of Australia’s Top 20 Best Places to Work four years in a row (WRK+ 2021–2024).

At the core of Slingshot is one big value: Empathy. It comes to life through the way we work:

• We Invest

• We Are Candid

• We Uncomplicate

We don’t just talk about values — we act on them. While most agencies say, “We’re not saving lives,” we actually did — donating blood that helped save 54 lives last year through LifeBlood.

People like working with us and for us. Here’s how you’ll play a part in Slingshot’s secret sauce…

The Role

As a Senior Programmatic Executive, you will be a key player in Slingshot’s mission to drive client success through effective programmatic strategies. This role requires a dynamic individual who can manage programmatic campaigns, provide strategic insights to clients, and collaborate across teams to deliver exceptional results.​

You Will:

• Manage Programmatic Campaigns: Oversee the end-to-end execution of programmatic campaigns, ensuring alignment with client objectives and optimal performance.​

• Develop Strategic Insights: Analyze campaign data to provide actionable recommendations that enhance media effectiveness and drive client growth.​

• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with creative, media planning, and client service teams to ensure cohesive campaign strategies and execution.​

• Mentor Junior Staff: Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.​

• Stay Ahead of Industry Trends: Keep abreast of the latest developments in programmatic advertising to ensure Slingshot remains at the forefront of innovation.​
  

This Role Is for You If...

• You have 18 months+ experience in programmatic trading role

• You communicate with clarity and confidence — in presentations, written insights, and client conversations.

• You’re proactive, curious, and always looking for smarter ways to improve performance.

• You connect media performance to business goals — not just metrics.

• You bring energy to your work and care about the impact it delivers — not just ticking tasks.
  

This Role Is Not for You If...

• You struggle to articulate recommendations clearly or lack confidence presenting to clients.

• You wait for direction rather than taking initiative or bringing new ideas to the table.

• You’re just looking to fill a role, not join a team that values passion and purpose.

• You deliver data, but can’t translate it into meaningful insights or strategy.
  

What’s in It for You

🌟 Career Growth: Work with leading clients and advance your professional development.​

💼 Flexibility: Benefit from flexible working arrangements​

🤝 Collaboration: Join a supportive team that values a people-first culture.​

💡 Innovation Culture: Engage in Unconventional Intelligence to drive growth for clients and yourself.​

🏆 Industry Recognition: Be part of an agency recognised among the Top 20 Best Places to Work.​

📚 Professional Development: Access ongoing training and growth opportunities.​

The Interview Process

Your recruitment journey will be managed by Fulcrum, Slingshot’s embedded talent partner.

📞 Phone Screen: A brief call with a Fulcrum Talent Partner to assess your fit for the role and tell you more about Slingshot.

🎥 Recorded Video Interview: A two-way video interview where you'll respond to structured questions, helping us understand your skills, experience, and motivation in more depth.

👥 Team Interview (Digital Team): A live interview with key members of the digital team to explore how you think, communicate, and collaborate.

📝 Benchmark Assessment: An evaluation to measure your alignment with the core success attributes required for the role.

📊 Task Presentation & Leadership Meet: You'll present a strategic response to a business scenario, demonstrating your insight and approach. As part of this session, you’ll also meet Slingshot’s CEO.

✅ Offer: Following successful reference checks, a formal offer will be extended.

Diversity and Inclusion

Slingshot values diversity and believes that unique perspectives drive innovation. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those who may not meet every listed requirement.