Senior Trader

At UM, we're building the next generation of media leaders.

Our business is built on three core principles: Precision Possibility Partnership.

These are brought to life through a culture where ambitious people can thrive, grow and make a genuine impact.

We call them UM Unicorns.

Built, not born.

The Role We're looking for a Senior Partnerships Trader to join our Trading team.

As a Senior Trader, you'll be responsible for leading trading activity across multiple client portfolios while supporting the development of junior trading talent.

You'll oversee campaign implementation, negotiation, optimisation, reporting and performance management while driving best practice investment outcomes.

This role requires advanced marketplace knowledge, commercial acumen, analytical thinking and strong stakeholder management skills.

You'll be expected to operate as a senior trading specialist, providing leadership, mentoring and strategic investment thinking that strengthens client outcomes and agency performance.

Lead day-to-day trading activity across key client portfolios Execute and optimise campaigns across TV, OOH, Radio and Cinema.

Deliver campaign reporting, analysis and post-campaign reviews.

Monitor campaign performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.

Build strong relationships with media partners and internal stakeholders.

Lead negotiations across paid media channels.

Ensure campaign delivery aligns with client KPIs and trading benchmarks.

Partner with Planning teams on implementation recommendations Mentor and support junior team members where required.

Who Are You? 2+ years' experience in media trading, buying or investment, ideally within an agency environment.

Understanding of the Australian media landscape and trading processes.

working across traditional media channels, particularly TV and OOH.