It is understood that Omnicom is close to securing a replacement for Payne, but the candidate has yet to sign a contract.
Barry Cupples, the regional CEO of Omnicom Media Group, said: Paul has done a fantastic job in setting the foundations of an operation across multiple markets in Asia-Pacific. We wish him and his family safe travels back to Australia where I expect him to continue his work improving our product.
Payne joined PHD from OMD Australia, where he was executive director of strategy, in November 2006.
At OMD Australia, Paul was credited with landing a number of large accounts, including Telstra, Dell and Fonterra.
Before OMD, Payne was strategic director at Carat, and held similar positions at Clemenger BBDO and The Media Palace. He began his career at Zenith.
Payne departs regional PHD post
SINGAPORE - Paul Payne (pictured), the Asia-Pacific managing director of PHD, is leaving the company to return home to Australia, where he is expected to take on another position within Omnicom Media Group.
