It is understood that Omnicom is close to securing a replacement, 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. His personality, strategic ability and involvement in management issues will be hard to replace.
Payne joined PHD from OMD Australia, where he held the post of executive director of strategy, in 2006.
PHD chief Payne to leave for Australia
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.
