Business Director, Planning

This role will be part of a senior team working with the Managing Partner, Partners and Digital Directors. We will have a huge focus on innovation & digital excellence and this role will be a brilliant opportunity to develop the “wholebrain” approach that is central to the agency vision. The BD will also be part of the leadership team who meet weekly and work together as a collaborative team on cross-portfolio workstreams.

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.

Our core values within our business unit are:

• All in – passionate about the industry, our clients and creating great work
• Action-orientated – our clients move fast and there can be multiple workstreams to juggle
• Decision making and a keen focus on delivery are essential
• Personal growth – we are motivated by growing ourselves and our teams
• Excellent leadership capability, both internally within the agency and with senior clients. Experience of leading large teams highly desired
• An analytical and inquisitive mindset and a passion for the industry
• A detailed understanding of communications planning with experience identifying the role for paid, owned, and earned media channels, and their contribution to business outcomes, both brand and performance
• Extensive digital experience, including working with in-house specialist teams
• Creative flair to enable campaign ideas to stand out and cut through a cluttered marketplace.
• Excellent communication skills, including leading cross agency teams and communicating effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Strong organisation skills, with the ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise key work streams

Life At WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. 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.

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