Global Client Strategy Director

London, UK (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own and coordinate global client strategy across WPP Media Solutions, driving cross-market execution, proactive optimization, and measurable performance for agency partners.

  • Global client strategy: align across markets, identify decision-makers, and remove blockers to maximize use of the WPP Media Solutions suite.
  • Programmatic advisory and cross-functional orchestration: champion global standards, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure consistent delivery for complex client challenges.
  • Performance reporting and stakeholder communications: track investment results, synthesize insights, and inform Pacing meetings and QBRs.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a dedicated and trusted point of contact for key agency partners, Global client leads, and the Global Investment community.
  • Proactively manage and coordinate efforts across markets, collaborating closely with both regional and local WPP Media Solutions market colleagues to ensure seamless execution and consistent strategy.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of clients' overarching business objectives, identify key decision-makers, and work in close partnership with agencies to proactively overcome any blockers to the full utilization of the WPP Media Solutions suite.
  • Act as a strategic programmatic advisor for both WPP Media Solutions' internal teams and local agency partners, championing global operational excellence, consistency, and best practices.
  • Be responsible for assembling and orchestrating multidisciplinary experts from across the WPP Media Solutions organization, fostering a cohesive team approach to address and deliver on complex client challenges.
  • Track and report on global investment performance, closely monitor key metrics, and prepare comprehensive aggregated reports that provide actionable insights to clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Actively contribute to various agency Pacing meetings and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), presenting strategic updates, performance insights, and future recommendations.
  • Strategically manage and evolve the agency Education Program, aligning WPP Media Solutions' innovations with agency needs to drive continuous learning, capability enhancement, and the adoption of cutting-edge solutions.

Requirements

  • Experience working in client-facing, strategic, and/or business-development role(s) within the media, advertising, or technology sectors
  • Proven track record in business development with demonstrable success in driving client growth, revenue monitoring, and expansion of strategic partnerships
  • Experience working across multiple international markets is beneficial, showcasing an understanding of diverse market dynamics and cultural nuances
  • Understanding of agency and client stakeholder management, including experience navigating complex organizational structures and influencing key decision-makers
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with wider internal teams and build robust, lasting relationships with external partners
  • Creative approach to problem-solving, coupled with the ability to maintain a strategic "big picture" view while also demonstrating meticulous attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines
  • Experience in programmatic advertising, ad-tech, and the broader digital media landscape is essential

Preferred

Benefits

  • competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance
  • significant paid time off
  • preferential partner discounts
  • employee mental health awareness days
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