Client Lead

About WPP Media 

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. 

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com 

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: 

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity. 
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust. 
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise. 

• In-depth understanding of category and client business, forecasting future trends
• Leading integrated strategy for AOPs
• Overseeing BAU operations, including planning & activation with direct reporting team and support functions
• Establish strong client relationship & manage stakeholders from brand & media at the client’s end
• Challenge briefs and constantly evolve our strategies to ensure we hit client KPIs and constantly take campaigns to the next level
• Being the key custodian of your set of brands, understanding client challenges and provide solutions 

• Understanding of various agency functions and ancillary capabilities to provide holistic value to client
• Future planning, forecasting workloads and team management
• Team upskilling & succession planning

• Min 13 years of experience in media strategy, planning, execution & team management
• Comfortable making & presenting annual, quarterly media strategy & plans.
• Experience in integrating first party data into media strategies 
• Working knowledge of all tools – TGI, BARC, MAP, IRS. Knowledge of digital tools (COMSCORE, Similarweb, Google trends, etc) would be a plus
• Go getter attitude, understanding of data & analytics, communication skills, good logical reasoning, attention to detail, integrity, empathy & dare to challenge status quo

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.   

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.