WPP Media
Solutions Planning Account Executive
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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.
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2497 - Solutions Planning, Account Executive - UK
About WPP Media Solutions
WPP Media Solutions sits at the heart of WPP’s media, data, technology, and performance ecosystem, bringing together best-in-class planning, activation, data, and commerce capabilities to solve complex client growth challenges. Working across WPP’s agency brands and specialist units, Media Solutions is designed to deliver integrated, future-proofed media strategies that are people-first, privacy-safe, and outcomes-driven.
In 2026, WPP Media Solutions continues to lead the industry in applying AI-enabled planning, advanced measurement, and cross-channel innovation to help brands connect with audiences in meaningful, measurable ways.
Role Overview
The Solutions Planning, Account Executive is a foundational role within the Solutions Planning team, supporting the development, coordination, and delivery of integrated media solutions for key clients. Working closely with Account Managers, and specialist Activation teams, this role ensures that client briefs are translated into clear, actionable plans and delivered with operational excellence.
This role is ideal for a highly organised, curious, and proactive individual who wants to build a strong grounding in modern media planning, data-led thinking, and servicing within a fast-moving, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Client & Planning Support
Support Account Managers and Senior Account Managers in responding to client briefs, ensuring requirements are clearly captured and aligned across channels and specialist teams. Help coordinate integrated media solutions spanning performance, data, content, including Advanced TV, Video, Display, Audio, Advanced Digital OOH, and Cross-Channel, Prepare planning documentation, timelines, and internal briefs to support seamless delivery.
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Campaign & Asset Management
Ownership of the Insertion Order (IO) booking setups and case tracking of campaigns across multiple solutions. Manage the collation and setup of creative assets and tags required for campaign activation. Coordinate with Activation teams to track campaign metric data and ensure accurate reporting. Support the creation of post-campaign reports, identifying key insights and learnings.
Financial & Commercial Administration
Support financial management including bookings, reconciliations, and budget tracking. Ensure accuracy across financial systems and documentation, flagging discrepancies early.
Ways of Working
Maintain clear communication across internal teams and external partners. Proactively identify risks, issues, or opportunities and escalate appropriately. Embrace new tools, automation, and AI-enabled systems that improve efficiency and accuracy.
Skills & Experience
Core Skills
Organisation & Time Management: Able to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines with confidence. Attention to Detail: Consistently delivers accurate, high-quality work across planning, finance, and reporting. Communication & Collaboration: Clear, confident communicator, comfortable working with a range of stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Knowledge & Experience
A foundational understanding of media planning and the modern advertising ecosystem, with interest in data, technology, and media. Previous experience in an agency, media, marketing, or account support role is advantageous but not essential.
Technical Capability
Good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint; comfort learning new platforms and tools. Openness to using AI-enabled tools for planning, analysis, and workflow optimisation.
Personal Attributes
Proactive & Curious: Eager to learn, ask questions, and build a broad understanding of media solutions. Resilient & Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced environment and responds positively to change. Ownership-Driven: Takes responsibility for tasks and sees them through to completion. Client-Focused: Understands the importance of delivering work that adds value for clients and partners. Growth-Minded: Motivated to develop a long-term career within media, planning, and client account management.
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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. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.
Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location
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