Global Account Manager

3065 - Global Account Manager - GCS

Role Summary and Impact

OpenMind by WPP is an integrated agency model drawing on talent from across WPP. It has been created to accelerate the transformation of Nestlé’s media function. Core to the solution is the advanced best data and technology capabilities, fueled by WPP’s investment in AI, to maximize the impact of Nestlé media investment.  

We are looking for an Account Manager to join the OpenMind Global team to work on CPW and Nestlé Health Science, with their time split evenly between both Nestlé divisions.

The Global Account Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the seamless execution of projects and programs within the Global team scopes for each client. This individual will be responsible for managing day-to-day project activities, orchestrating complex solutions across multiple workstreams, and maintaining strong communication with both internal stakeholders (OpenMind Global and Regional teams and local markets) and clients.

This role requires a highly organized and proactive individual with a proven track record in project and program management, a passion for media and exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Owns day-to-day project management, driving collaboration and progress across multiple workstreams
• Keeps clients and internal stakeholders updated on team status, drives mitigation of risks, and actively tracks/communicates dependencies
• Acts as an internal connector and facilitator to ensure complex solutions are orchestrated across workstreams
• Develops an in-depth understanding of the Nestlé client business
• Manages ad-hoc requests and enlists the necessary people to action them
• Assists the Global Business Director to deliver brilliant basics in account management, including task tracking and adherence to deadlines
• Helps the Business Director and Strategy Lead work on global media guidelines and media channel specific playbooks that are then distributed to the local markets
• Spends significant time in coordinating the markets for tasks relating to the scope or adhoc questions from CPW and NHS

Skills and Experience

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.

Your knowledge & abilities:

• Experienced in client facing communication & presentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and storytelling skills, including the ability to tailor messages based on the audience
• Equal parts project manager and strategic thinker when it comes to problem solving and day-to-day task management
• Proven ability of working on a large media client in either a global, regional or local capacity
• Strong knowledge of media channels and the agency planning process
• Adept collaborator comfortable fostering relationships and working across all levels, both internally and with clients
• Data-driven and detail oriented, questioning wisdoms and suggesting new approaches as markets and channels evolve
• Comfortable with ambiguity and breaking down complex problems into simple solutions
• Challenger of the status quo and a proactive change agent
• Proficient at designing and implementing efficient and effective ways of working, leveraging technology and automation where possible to work smarter, not harder

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.
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.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location

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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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