Risk & Controls Manager

The role

Lead the Risk & Controls function for WPP Media Turkey and support control activities across designated CSEE markets. Coordinate audits and compliance, and drive improvement in the local control framework.

What you will do

• Promote ethics and integrity through training and advice on anti-bribery and corruption, internal controls and policies
• Serve as a risk and controls subject matter expert within the business
• Design and implement financial, operational and compliance controls in line with the WPP Internal Control framework
• Design and run ongoing control monitoring and quality review as a second line of defense
• Coordinate audit activities with internal and external auditors and monitor remediation (SOX, WPP IA)
• Coordinate internal control and risk management processes, including business risk maps, self-certifications and Letters of Representation
• Reinforce WPP and WPP Media policies and communicate changes clearly
• Build relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders across WPP Media, WPP and other Networks
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities, including the use of technology
• Develop practical, sustainable solutions to streamline processes, procedures and controls

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of work experience in industry or consulting in risk and controls, ethics and compliance, business process improvement, risk management, or internal or external audit
• Familiar with IFRS, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, PCAOB requirements, etc.
• Experienced in assessing business risk and evaluating internal control systems
• Experienced in driving improvement and building business relationships, not only enforcing guidelines
• Ability to work independently and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment across geographies and functions
• Approachable, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competent in Excel
• Fluent or native in Turkish and English

Nice to have

• Accounting qualification
• Experience in media and advertising with proven knowledge of the core business

Benefits

• Competitive medical insurance
• Group retirement plans
• Vision and dental insurance
• Significant paid time off
• Preferential partner discounts
• Employee mental health awareness days
• Employee resource groups
• Access to the global WPP Media and WPP networks for growth and learning

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. It is an equal opportunity employer.