About WPP Media
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world‑class partnerships – all united by our pioneering marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP’s AI‑driven media operating unit, delivering creative personalisation at scale through media, data, and partnerships.
Role Summary and Impact
We are looking for a Senior Activation Executive to work on one of our most important accounts. This is a fully formed account team offering best‑in‑class strategy, planning, investment and innovation for the client. The role involves managing large budgets and forward‑thinking clients in a fast‑paced environment while providing strategic and innovative input.
What we need from you
- Support the Account Manager by managing accounts and campaigns, with a strong focus on display across all screens, devices and environments, both online and offline.
- Implement, plan and buy display media, ensuring pricing targets are hit and negotiating comfortably with media owners.
- Take ownership of all aspects of display campaigns, leading junior team members and ensuring best‑practice campaign management.
- Develop cost‑effective, innovative and engaging solutions for the client and contribute to wider agency display initiatives.
A little bit about you…
- Agency experience buying print and digital campaigns; radio buying experience is useful but not essential.
- Strong interest in learning about the client’s business and a passion for staying current on media innovations.
- Strong point of view on relevant industry topics and an enthusiasm for tackling challenges head‑on.
- Ability to work closely with partner agencies to identify the best solution for our clients.
- Attention to detail and the capacity to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in employees to help them do their best work. We offer competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and mental health awareness days. Employees have access to global networks and host frequent in‑office events to celebrate achievements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Work Environment & Accommodations
We adopt 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.
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