Executive – Strategic Partnerships

2597 - Executive, Strategic Partnerships

About WPP Media

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, AI, Data, People and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit www.wppmedia.com

The UK is the largest market within the WPP Media EMEA region, with over 4,500 people employed within the WPP Media ecosystem. Marquee UK key clients include the likes of Amazon, UK Government, BT, Tesco, Coca Cola, Bayer, Dell, Unilever, M&S, Ford, Nestle, Mazda, Danone and Colgate. We have a bold ambition: to make WPP Media UK the undisputed leader in our industry. We are evolving our business operating model, our ways of working and placing data, technology and AI at the heart of everything we do for our people and our clients. 

ONE WPP – Vision '30

Join us in shaping the future of our industry with Vision '30 – our ambitious strategy to lead in the AI era. We are revolutionizing our business to unlock limitless growth opportunities for our clients and ourselves, built on four core priorities:

1. Collaboration: Foster unprecedented levels of data collaboration across WPP and partners through WPP Open, turning every channel into a smarter opportunity.
2. Data & Technology: Leverage our AI-powered Open Intelligence solution, connecting vast data to uncover unique insights, deliver predictive performance and superior brand experiences through our globally consistent DPAM process.
3. Innovation: Drive true innovation by generating intelligence from trillions of privacy-by-default data points, focusing on the 'why' behind customer behaviour to create unparalleled competitive advantages.
4. People: Developing future-ready talent involves evolving our focus from traditional media planning to strategic business outcomes, advanced technology and real-time measurable results, as AI increasingly automates media investment by 2030

We empower ambitious experts to deliver extraordinary work by challenging ordinary thinking. If you are passionate about an AI-driven future, thrive in a collaborative and data-centric environment, and are driven to deliver unparalleled growth, we invite you to be part of our transformative journey.

WPP Media is a single client centric company with a portfolio of go to market brands. Wavemaker, EssenceMediacom, Mindshare and T&P are our agency teams, these house multiple local and global clients.  In addition, we have a number of client specific brands built to service specific clients. These include OpenDoor (Amazon), MFG (Google), OpenMind (Nestle), OpenConnect (BT/EE) and Media Futures Group (Google).  All of these teams are supported by consistent capabilities, enterprise level tools and systems and our market leading OPEN platform.   

Role Summary and Impact

The Executive is an entry-level professional role within WPP Media, responsible for supporting day-to-day tasks within a defined area of the business. They work under close supervision to deliver operational activities, maintain accurate records, support coordination and contribute to the smooth running of the team. This role requires basic job knowledge, good organisation and the ability to follow established processes and instructions.

Capability Description

As the Executive of Strategic Partnerships, you will support the wider partnerships team in the day-to-day coordination of partner activity and internal administration. You will help maintain trackers, update documents, prepare meeting materials and support communication across internal stakeholders to ensure partnership tasks are progressed accurately and on time.

This role will focus on operational support, including helping to organise meetings, capturing actions, maintaining records and supporting basic reporting activity. You will work closely with more senior team members to help ensure that partner information is up to date and that key tasks are completed in line with agreed timelines.

You will also support the coordination of WPP Media’s data and technology partner ecosystem by assisting with routine administrative activity, internal communications and delivery tracking. The role requires attention to detail, a willingness to learn and the ability to work reliably within clear processes and guidance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. 1. Joint Business Plan Support and Delivery

• Assist with the coordination of partner meetings and routine follow-up actions.
• Update trackers and records to help maintain visibility of partner activity.
• Support the preparation of meeting notes, documents and presentation materials.
• Help ensure internal teams have accurate and up-to-date information.

1. Strategic Client and Agency Enablement

• Support communication between internal teams by sharing information and tracking actions.
• Assist with the organisation of partner-facing initiatives and learning activity.
• Help maintain documentation linked to partner plans and commercial activity.
• Escalate issues or delays to more senior colleagues where needed.

1. Data and Technology Partner Ecosystem Support

• Support the maintenance of partner lists, trackers and administrative records.
• Assist with basic reporting and data entry linked to partner activity.
• Help coordinate information required for internal reviews, meetings and updates.
• Support the wider team with routine tasks connected to procurement or partner management processes.

Skills and Experience

• Interest in strategic partnerships, client services, media, advertising or technology
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work to deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets, trackers and presentation documents
• Ability to support multiple tasks and priorities
• Willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Basic understanding of the media or digital advertising landscape would be beneficial
• Experience in an administrative, coordinator or support role would be advantageous
• Ability to use initiative within clearly defined processes
• Comfortable seeking guidance from more senior team members when needed

Measures of Success

Within 6 Months: Gain a good understanding of WPP Media, the strategic partnerships team and your day-to-day responsibilities. You will have started to understand how Vision '30 relates to the area you support. You should be able to explain the main priorities of the team and confidently complete routine tasks with guidance. Initial feedback should reflect reliability, responsiveness and a willingness to learn. A key measurable is that you should have started to maintain accurate trackers and support basic reporting or coordination tasks within your area.

Within 12 Months: Consistently deliver your core tasks to a high standard, showing reliability in day-to-day support and administration. You will receive positive feedback from internal stakeholders on your organisation, communication and attention to detail, alongside evidence of your contribution to team efficiency and smooth delivery. You will have developed confidence in supporting recurring processes and partner activity and demonstrated steady progress in your understanding of WPP Media and Vision '30.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include 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 are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. 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.

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