WPP Media Manchester Hiring

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 agentic 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, 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.

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.

Role Summary and Impact

WPP Media in Manchester is experiencing an unprecedented period of accelerated growth and strategic expansion. Fueled by significant new client wins and an expanding portfolio of groundbreaking work, we're not just growing – we're redefining what's possible in the digital media landscape. This exciting momentum means we're on the hunt for top-tier talent across a wide array of specialist areas at Executive, Manager, Director, and Business Director levels. Across our Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, and Implementation Planning teams, you'll find roles that offer both hands-on impact and strategic leadership.

At the Executive level, you'll gain foundational experience, actively supporting the team in the execution and optimisation of campaigns, assisting with data analysis, and preparing reports. You'll be instrumental in supporting client deliverables and building essential skills within your chosen specialism. At the Manager level, you'll be instrumental in the day-to-day execution and optimisation of campaigns, contributing directly to client success, mentoring junior team members, and owning key project deliverables within your specialism. As a Director, you'll take on a more strategic mantle, overseeing team performance, developing advanced media strategies, managing key client relationships, and driving innovation across complex campaigns. You'll be a leader, guiding your team and influencing client outcomes. At the Business Director level, your focus will be on high-level strategic direction, client portfolio growth, thought leadership, and shaping the future direction of your specialism or client accounts. You'll be instrumental in identifying new opportunities, fostering senior client partnerships, and contributing to the overall business development and success of WPP Media.

Skills and Experience

While specific experience will vary by role and level, we are consistently seeking individuals who possess:

• Proven Expertise: Experience within your chosen digital media specialism (Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, or Implementation Planning).
• Strategic Acumen: The ability to think critically, develop innovative solutions, and translate complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Client Leadership: Exceptional communication, presentation, and client management skills, with a proven track record of building strong, trusted relationships.
• Data-Driven Mindset: A strong analytical capability, comfortable with performance metrics, optimisation techniques, and the use of various analytics platforms.
• Collaborative Spirit: A proactive and positive attitude, thriving in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and capable of working effectively across various internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership Potential/Experience: For Director and Business Director roles, demonstrated experience in leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.

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.