Media Director

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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Role Summary and Impact

The Media Director will be responsible for leading the activation and strategic media management for the local market, ensuring integrated, high-quality execution aligned with client objectives and regional and/or global guidelines. They will act as the primary senior reference for the local operation, driving strategic decision-making, prioritization of initiatives, and coordination between multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellence in service delivery. Their role will be key to strengthening client relationships, promoting collaboration between the various areas involved, and ensuring that media strategies are implemented consistently, efficiently, and oriented toward results.

Requirements

Solid experience in strategic media planning and management, preferably acquired in media or advertising agencies.

Experience leading teams and managing medium or large-scale client accounts.

Ability to develop and supervise integrated media strategies aligned with the client's business objectives.

Experience in client relationship management, with skills to lead meetings, present strategic recommendations, and act as a senior reference.

Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure consistent, high-quality execution.

Strategic and holistic vision of the media ecosystem, with knowledge of offline and digital media.

Ability to set priorities, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and thrive in dynamic environments.

Analytical skills to interpret results, identify opportunities, and transform information into actionable recommendations.

Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation, and influence skills.

Intermediate/advanced English level, to interact with regional or global guidelines and teams.

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.

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