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Sphere is an award-winning global recruitment agency.

Media planning sits at the heart of every ambitious marketing organisation. Finding the people who can navigate complexity, challenge convention and deliver commercial impact is harder than ever- and more important than ever.

Sphere has spent twenty years embedded in this market. We work with the world’s leading network agencies, the most exciting independent shops and the in-house teams at some of the biggest brands in media and technology. We understand the nuances of every level, from emerging planners to Head of Planning, and we bring the same depth of knowledge whether we’re hiring for London, New York or anywhere in between.

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Meet our Media Planning recruitment experts

Our recruiters know your market better than anyone.

Our media planning team are specialists who have spent years building relationships with the best talent and the best businesses in this market. They know who’s performing, who’s ready to move and where the best opportunities are – and often before they’re advertised – That’s what makes the difference.

Meet The Team

If you're looking for an executive search partner who takes the time to truly understand your business and can be relied upon to deliver exceptional leadership talent, I couldn't recommend Sphere more highly.

Clione Rushe Global Head of Talent Acquisition

"We've been working with Sphere for two years, and they continue to be great partners for us when we need to source the right talent for both freelance and perm roles. The team gets it, knows what we need, and is very attentive and collaborative when bringing candidates and options to the table for us to review."

Daniel Sharma-Cansdale Senior Strategy Director

"OK COOL have been building a world class team of the smartest strategists, creatives and exceptional client leaders - the people who can craft stories that stand out and delight the world's biggest and most contemporary brands. I know that I can rely on the team at Sphere to connect me with these communities and to adapt with us as we scale at pace."

Ben Arnold CEO

"Sphere set the mould for recruiters. They are quick to understand the brief, our culture, and present quality candidates fast."

Yassen Soussi Group HR Director

In this industry it’s rare to find a recruitment team that’s both this switched on and this personable, but Sphere really nails that balance. I couldn’t recommend them enough.

Alex Hamilton Head of Social

Sphere is an exceptional recruiter and partner - highly connected, incredibly proactive, and they truly understands both the candidate and business side of the
industry. Sphere has consistently brought thoughtful opportunities, honest advice, and a level of care and attention that is in appreciated and unique. It's clear why Sphere has such a strong reputation within the industry.

Eva Bojtos Global Earned Media Director

"It’s rare to find a recruitment company that’s both professional and personable, but Sphere Recruitment really gets that balance right. They are such a great team who clearly know what they’re doing - highly recommended!"

Danny Andrews Senior Resource Manager

"For a founder-led business, a board-level hire is never taken lightly. Introduced to Sphere through a trusted mutual contact, I knew immediately that Ed and the team understood what Epitaph stands for - a genuine obsession with our customers and our people. Sphere's reputation in the media world is well earned. Their search for our EVP was discreet, rigorous, and delivered at pace without compromising on quality. They're the kind of executive hiring partner you want in your corner - not just for the search, but for the trusted counsel that comes with it."

Mike Rumble Founder

"Sphere has been an invaluable partner in our executive hiring efforts. Their quick communication, thorough vetting process, and ability to deliver exceptional candidates quickly make them truly unique and effective. What sets them apart is their global reach of quality candidates and a white-glove candidate experience."

Carrie Galli Chief HR Officer

“I’ve been using Sphere Recruitment for a couple of years now and honestly couldn’t recommend them enough. Maeve and Keesha have always been undeniably reliable, incredibly friendly and an absolute dream to work with, which makes such a difference in this industry. Their comms are always spot on and they genuinely care about finding the right fit for the job rather than just rushing things through. It’s rare to find a recruitment company that’s both professional and personable, but Sphere Recruitment really gets that balance right. They are such a great team who clearly know what they’re doing - highly recommended!”

Danny Andrews Senior Resource Manager

"Working with Sphere over the past 8 years has been a genuinely positive experience. The team are professional, responsive, and truly invested in finding the right fit, making the whole process as smooth as possible.”

Josh Sananes Managing Director

"Over the past 10 years I've built a brilliant relationship with Ed and the team at Sphere. In an ever-changing world, we've been able to rely on Sphere as our needs have shifted and evolved. Whether it's been as part of our PSL or for Talent Delivery Projects, we know we can rely on Sphere. They are incredibly well respected in the communities they operate in. Candidates trust them, and their team can deliver a white glove service with scale and pace. And they're a joy to partner with - that's no easy thing. When you work together over many years you need to adapt and learn together - this happens very naturally with Sphere as they work with us and align to our values ”

Anna Britton Group Talent Director

"We’ve worked with Sphere on several senior, strategically important hires. Sphere has been a brilliant partner throughout - well connected, effective and great to work with.”  

Rich Stanton Founder

"Big thanks to Sphere for placing lots of brilliant people here!"

Joshua Hyatt Co-Founder & Director

We have worked with Sphere for two years now across several different roles and their approach has been fantastic. Not only do they understand what we need in terms of experience but also grasp the type of person we are looking for and how they will complement our team. They are super mindful of the way we operate and delivers comms that are timely, to the point and get the job done! Sphere is my go-to when we need new talent!

Emma Elford Commercial Content Director

"Working with Ed and the team at Sphere Recruitment has been an absolute masterclass in how modern hiring should be done. They don't just fill roles; they build lasting partnerships based on genuine trust. Whether you’re looking to expand your team or find your next big challenge, Ed’s expertise ensures you’re always in safe hands."

Anna Forbes CEO

"Sphere were a great partner for us during a busy period of hiring. Their Project Delivery model meant we could quickly bring in additional recruiter support, which really helped us boost activity across multiple teams. As a result, we made a number of successful placements and navigated a demanding hiring period much more effectively."

Elly Rossmaur Senior Resource & Talent Mobility Manager

"Undergroud Ecom and Sphere have forged a strong partnership... Our business grows at pace and we are renowned for delivering outstanding results for our customers. Sphere are connected to the trailblazing ecommerce and digital practitioners who make these outcomes happen. Our partnership has extended to hiring for UE and the other companies at Supergroup. Sphere provide us with great candidates who share our values and the team are easy to deal with. We also featured at one of their events - which is great way to connect with other people and businesses in the DTC community."

Jamie Watkins Founder & CEO

"Ed and Sphere are a wonderful component in our talent acquisition success! Ed's whole business model is set up to move in an agile fashion and reflect the landscape of fast paced media and tech environments. I see Ed and Sphere as a game changer."

Emy Rumble-Mettle CPO

“Through the Project Delivery model, Sphere seamlessly supported hiring across multiple functions, demonstrating the power of a deeply integrated partnership. This approach drove speed, quality, and sustained hiring success

Daryl Rappé Vice President, US & International Talent Acquisition

"Ed and his team at Sphere have proven to be an excellent partner for Epsilon (Publicis Groupe). They are true experts in the market, consistently delivering high-quality candidates across a variety of specialisms.”

Tim Fuller Talent Acquisition, EMEA

"As Wayfair relocated a large part of our team from Berlin to London, we needed a recruitment partner who had access to the best digital and ecommerce talent - at speed. Sphere did not let us down. They delivered quality candidates at pace, and in every role overdelivered vs KPI."

Mike Pearson Head of Creative & Promotions EU

"I’ve partnered with Sphere Recruitment for a number of years across different agencies and they’ve always been fantastic to work with. They truly understand the roles they’re hiring for and consistently put forward strong, relevant candidates. They’re responsive, easy to work with and you can always rely on them to deliver, which makes a big difference in fast-paced environments.v

And if you’re lucky enough to work with Keesha, you’re in very safe hands! She’s proactive, personable and genuinely goes above and beyond to find the right fit."

Chi-Mun Wong Senior Resource Manager

"Thank you for always answering my blabbering calls and for being my thought partner in solving them. This is partnering at its finest"

Kirsty Kennedy Head of Talent Acquisition - UK and EMEA

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