Position Summary

The Specialist, Partnerships works closely with the team to support the agency in its next phase of evolution. The successful candidate will be responsible for various duties that support the day-to-day activities for all Orion partnerships. The Specialist will work in conjunction with other departments including Client Service, Activation and Finance, as well as other business units as required to increase Orion utilization and impact in the Canadian market, thereby ensuring partnerships and value opportunities are maximized for clients. The successful candidate will bring an innovative and analytical mindset and experience with media planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the team and oversee various partnership-related projects

• Build and maintain key relationships internally to drive greater collaboration

• Review media plans to determine Orion opportunities for clients across the Mediabrands ecosystem

• Prepare and update regular status reports and communicate with internal team to track deliverables

• Support in the development of partner projections

• Oversee, review and maintain partner tracking reports

• Develop and maintain partner utilization reports

• Work with Client Service team on partner supply utilization

• Participate and attend agency training and education programs

Desired Skills & Experience

• Degree or diploma in related field or equivalent work experience

• 1+ years of media planning/buying expertise

• A good understanding of the Canadian media marketplace inclusive of digital

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications needed, experience in Excel is a must

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

• Demonstrated analytical skills, including math proficiency

• Ability to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure

• A team player that takes a proactive approach to problem solving, assisting the team, self-development, etc

Orion Worldwide is a global media company that generates value for many of the world's most well-known media owners and brands. Like our namesake, we are connectors who bring together people and businesses to unlock a mutual exchange of value. We define success through our ability to help partners achieve long-term, sustainable growth. We look for people who possess the passion, innovative thinking, and partnership skills to join our collaborative and diverse teams. No single person, or discipline, is responsible for success at Orion. Teamwork is the backbone for how we achieve our business goals and cultivate an inclusive culture in which we can all be proud. We strive for a vibrant culture of creativity, accountability, and connection – and believe we do a pretty good job! For more information, please visit orionworldwide.com

What's in it for you?

• Generous paid time off with a minimum of 37 paid days off including vacation and monthly wellness days. We also have four-day long weekends, half-day summer Fridays, and meeting-free Friday afternoons year-round.
• A flexible hybrid work model that works for you.
• A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone.
• A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies.
• The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups, such as Black Employee Network, Girls on Fire, Hispanic or Latinx Alliance, Neuro Network, Pan-Asian Network, and Rainbow Lounge.

Orion is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law. If you require an accommodation in any aspect of the selection process, please reach out to canadatalent@mbww.com.