At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. We exist to create the future together with our clients. The Senior Product Manager deeply understands the client’s business, user insights, and market landscape, and defines the product vision and strategy on behalf of the client—leading the product from concept to realization. Covering a wide range of digital products such as web platforms, e-commerce, and mobile apps. The Senior Product Manager leads the entire lifecycle including problem discovery, roadmap creation, requirements definition, design, development, and release. Combining strategic thinking with executional excellence, the role collaborates with stakeholders across Client Business, Strategy, Experience Design, and Technology to ensure the product delivers meaningful value. The Senior Product Manager also drives data-informed iteration, serving as the central hub for product growth and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities
Discovery & Requirements Definition
Identify problems and opportunities through user research, data analysis, and competitive analysis
Create user stories, requirements, and specifications, translating them into actionable deliverables for development teams
Define product requirements aligned with the client's business strategy
QUALIFICATIONS & CHARACTERISTICS
5+ years of experience in digital product or service management
Hands-on experience with product strategy, roadmap development, requirements definition, and user story creation
Experience collaborating with engineers and designers to deliver product outcomes
Strong logical thinking and communication skills, including stakeholder management
Experience in web, mobile app, e-commerce, or digital marketing projects
Preferred Qualifications
Business-level English and native-level Japanese communication skills
Experience launching or growing B2C products
Practical experience with Agile/Scrum
Knowledge of personalization, CRM, CDP, or related product areas Understanding of APIs, headless architecture, cloud technologies, or engineering background
We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. 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. ---
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
