Investment Operations Manager

The role

This role manages the day-to-day operations behind media inventory and reconciliations for WPP Media in Australia. The person keeps agency partners, finance and media vendors aligned so that GMi processes run accurately and on time.

What you will do

• Owns the end-to-end GMi reconciliation process, from raw data reports to required adjustments
• Reports results before and after adjustments to key stakeholders
• Acts as liaison between WPP Media agency brands and the Finance team
• Supports agency onboarding and gives ongoing training on GMi processes
• Keeps agency teams briefed and aligned with media publisher allocations
• Works with media vendors to manage relationships and keep processes efficient
• Identifies operational gaps and puts solutions in place early

Required qualifications

• Grounding in the media buying process across multiple channels
• Hands-on experience with SMD
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
• Track record of reliable reconciliations, reports and financial records
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines across workstreams
• Clear communication with internal teams and external partners

Nice to have

• Background in a media investment, trading or operations function within a media agency or media owner setting
• Experience with AI tools or automation, with interest in agent-based solutions

Benefits

• Opportunities to pursue passions and build professional connections through the global WPP Media and WPP networks
• Learning at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising
• Employee resource groups
• Frequent in-office events celebrating team wins, thought leadership and holidays

Before you apply

• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
• Accommodations or flexibility can be discussed with the hiring team during interviews

About the company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data and partnerships. It is an equal opportunity employer.