Manager, Planning

The role

You will build and manage media strategies, plans and execution for assigned brands. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated campaigns and track performance to optimize media results.

What you will do

• Develop and manage media strategies, planning, and execution for assigned brands.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (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 and support their development 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 to pursue passions, grow networks, and learn.
• Employee resource groups.
• Frequent in-office events celebrating team wins, thought leadership, holidays and milestones.
• Investment in employee growth and development.

Before you apply

• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. It is an equal opportunity employer.