Manager, Planning

The role

You will build and manage media strategies and plans for assigned brands. You will work with cross-functional teams and media partners to deliver integrated campaigns that drive measurable business results.

What you will do

• Develop and manage media strategies, planning, and execution for assigned brands.
• Collaborate with strategy, investment, analytics, and digital specialists to deliver integrated campaign plans.
• Set clear campaign objectives, KPIs, and measurement approaches.
• Track and analyze campaign performance to optimize media efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct competitive analysis and category reporting to inform planning recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, partnerships, and new product offerings.
• Maintain good relationships with media partners and negotiate effectively where required.
• Guide junior team members through coaching and feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of agency processes and best practices.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in media planning, or integrated communications.
• Strong understanding of media fundamentals across all platforms, especially digital.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders: clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Master's degree.

Benefits

• Access to the global WPP Media and WPP networks.
• Employee resource groups.
• Frequent in-office events.

Before you apply

• Candidates must be selected for an interview to be contacted.

About the company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships. Mindshare, a leading WPP Media brand, delivers Good Growth for its clients.