Implementation and Activation Associate Manager

• The role includes genuine people leadership, with oversight of direct report workflows, contribution to performance reviews and career conversations, and an active role in fostering a supportive and solutions-oriented team environment
• You will build and maintain strong relationships with clients at junior to intermediate level, as well as with media and technology partners and internal product teams across WPP Media
• The I&A team sits centrally alongside a Centre of Excellence housing Media Operations and Craft Heads, giving you access to deep specialist expertise and a highly collaborative, cross-agency environment
• Financial and compliance accuracy is a core expectation of the role, with full adherence required across all relevant processes for both yourself and your direct reports
• The role offers clearly defined progression milestones at 3, 6, and 12 months, with genuine opportunity to grow your remit, client ownership, and publisher relationships over time

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in media implementation, activation, or planning, with a solid working knowledge of omnichannel campaign delivery across multiple media channels and touchpoints
• Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end campaign processes with strong attention to detail, ensuring consistent quality across planning, activation, optimisation, and post-analysis reporting
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple campaigns and competing deadlines simultaneously
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to present recommendations and performance insights to clients and stakeholders across different levels and functions
• Experience working alongside or overseeing direct reports, with the ability to provide clear guidance, constructive feedback, and effective day-to-day workflow management
• A results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify, articulate, and act on what is working within a campaign and why
• Genuine curiosity about the media industry, with a commitment to continuous learning and staying across emerging platforms, technologies, and industry developments
• A collaborative and positive working style, with the ability to build trusted relationships across internal teams, clients, and media and technology partners

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. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please read our Privacy Notice ( https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) for more information on how we process the information you provide. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. #LI-PROMOTED

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