About WPP Media
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WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.
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Role Summary and Impact
We are seeking a proactive and client-focused Media Manager to lead offline media planning while supporting integrated media solutions for a portfolio of clients. The role requires strong media fundamentals, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver effective communication solutions that drive client business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- As the primary point of contact for clients on day-to-day planning and campaign requirements.
- Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and maintaining timelines.
- Understand client business objectives, category dynamics, and marketing priorities to develop relevant media solutions.
- Develop/ supervise offline media plans across TV, Print, Radio based on audience insights and campaign objectives.
- Utilize media research tools and consumer data to derive actionable recommendations.
- Work closely with specialist teams to build integrated media solutions incorporating digital, content, partnerships, and innovations where relevant.
- Evaluate sponsorships, content integrations, and property opportunities aligned with client objectives.
- Coordinate with buying, investment, and media partner teams to ensure smooth campaign execution.
- Monitor campaign delivery, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality control across all deliverables.
- Conduct post-campaign analyses and present key learnings and recommendations.
- Collaborate with internal teams including Strategy, Investment, Digital, Content, Data & Analytics, and Creative teams.
Desired Skills & Experience
- 3 - 6 years of experience in media planning, integrated media roles within a media agency environment.
- Strong understanding of offline media channels, audience measurement tools, and media planning principles.
- Exposure to integrated media planning, content partnerships, and sponsorship opportunities.
- Excellent client management, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
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 particular 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.
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Skills Required
- Minimum 3-4 years in digital media planning and buying
- Experience managing performance media (biddable, performance display) from strategy to delivery
- Knowledge of digital advertising technologies and trends (DMP, DSP, SSP)
- Applied knowledge of third-party ad serving, website tracking and associated technologies
- Exposure to affiliate and programmatic technologies
- Intermediate to advanced analytical skills related to performance data and metrics
- Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills
- Ability to manage large teams and steer client review meetings regularly
- Develop and negotiate partnership deals with publishers and large affiliates
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
WPP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about WPP and has not been reviewed or approved by WPP.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support includes a global Employee Assistance Programme and company-wide initiatives, with modern multi‑agency campuses and on‑site amenities positioned as part of the experience. This indicates a holistic focus across mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings commonly include a US 401(k) with employer matching, though specifics can differ by operating company. This provides a recognizable savings framework that many candidates expect in large employers.
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Parental & Family Support — Family benefits can be above average in parts of the network, such as VML’s paid parental leave for adoptive and foster parents. These signals suggest meaningful support for certain family‑forming needs.
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