Senior Account Director in Media

dept seeks a Senior Account Director in Media to join the London team. This position leads media strategy and campaign delivery for major clients, shaping digital campaigns that reach wide audiences and foster strong client partnerships. Key responsibilities Oversee media planning and execution for high-profile client accounts Guide teams to deliver campaign…

About WPP MediaWPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, integrating media, data, and partnerships to provide creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.To learn more, visit wppmedia.com.Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Account Director specializing in paid social media. This role involves taking charge of the daily management of paid social initiatives for a busy client account (or multiple accounts) while guiding a team of junior social media specialists. Previous experience in managing a team in an agency setting is highly desirable.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, combining media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through the WPP Open platform and Open Intelligence, clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness and performance of their media investments. More information is available at wppmedia.com. Role overview This Account Director, Social Media role focuses on leading paid social initiatives for a high-profile automotive client, covering both UK and international markets. The position sits within the wider activation team and plays a key part in shaping the client’s paid social strategy and execution. What you will do Oversee the planning and delivery of paid social campaigns across all major platforms for a flagship client. Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring campaigns meet performance goals and align with broader digital strategies. Provide strategic direction and in-depth analysis to maximize campaign effectiveness. Lead and mentor a team of paid social specialists. Act as a trusted advisor on paid social matters, building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders within the WPP Open framework. Requirements Extensive experience managing paid social campaigns for major clients. Strong background in team leadership and campaign strategy. Ability to analyze performance data and optimize for results. Excellent communication skills for collaborating with clients and internal teams.

Role overview The Account Director - Media Planning at WPP Media plays a central role in shaping media strategies for clients and ensuring campaigns reach their full potential. This position involves managing a team, building strong client relationships, and overseeing the execution of campaigns across a range of media platforms. A focus on increasing brand visibility and engagement is key throughout all projects. What you will do Create and implement strategic media plans that align with client objectives. Collaborate with colleagues from different departments to deliver integrated marketing campaigns. Track market trends and campaign performance, adjusting media buying strategies as needed. Lead client meetings and presentations, sharing campaign results and identifying new opportunities for growth. Location This role is based in London, United Kingdom.

About WPP Media WPP Media is the AI-driven media operating unit of WPP, serving well-known brands worldwide. The team brings together media, data, and partnerships to help clients understand and improve the impact of their media investments. Through the WPP Open platform and Open Intelligence, clients access clear insights for smarter decision-making. Learn more at wppmedia.com. Role Overview: Account Director – Implementational Planning This Account Director role sits within WPP 650, supporting UK government work that reaches millions. The team applies behavior change principles to design services and campaigns that improve lives across the country. Collaboration, curiosity, and personal growth are valued here, with a supportive group focused on making a real difference. Location London, United Kingdom

Join Our Team as an Account Director - Digital!At WPP Media, we are at the forefront of creative transformation. Our mission is to harness the power of creativity to craft better futures for our people, our planet, our clients, and our communities. Discover more about us at wpp.com.About WPP MediaWPP Media represents WPP's global media collective, uniting the finest platforms, talent, and partnerships to unlock limitless growth opportunities. Learn more at wppmedia.com.EssenceMediacom: A Premier WPP Media BrandEssenceMediacom is revolutionizing the media agency landscape. With a foundation built on analytics and insights, and driven by data and technology, we leverage the power of media and creativity to create breakthroughs for leading brands. Our approach equips clients to navigate the complexities of modern marketing and uncover the innovative strategies essential for connecting with consumers. We are structured for the modern communications economy—adaptable, data-driven, and committed to continuous evolution.Role SummaryWe are seeking a Digital Planning Specialist to lead our digital planning and buying efforts, facilitating top-tier digital acceleration and strategic digital leadership for our clients. This role is pivotal in enhancing clients' digital aspirations.The ideal candidate will blend deep knowledge of the digital media landscape with outstanding planning and client service skills, guiding the Digital and Publishing planning team in implementing best practices and motivating team growth.As an Account Director, your responsibilities will include overseeing campaign management, optimization, reporting, and the establishment of testing frameworks, while promoting platform adoption and skill development across digital channels.

WPP Media serves as the media operating unit of WPP, supporting global brands with data-driven strategies, industry partnerships, and technology. The team blends media, data, and technology to create personalized campaigns at scale. Clients benefit from the WPP Open platform and Open Intelligence, which provide clear insights into media investments. More information is available at wppmedia.com. Role overview The Account Director, Programmatic will join the Unilever programmatic team at Mindshare UK, working within a group of 35 specialists. Reporting to the Unilever Digital Client Director, this position requires significant experience in programmatic media and DSP implementation. The Account Director leads campaign activation and oversees day-to-day campaign management. What you will do Oversee delivery and optimization of programmatic campaigns for Unilever. Monitor campaign progress, ensuring objectives are achieved and performance is optimized. Prepare spend forecasts and track budgets against plans. Analyze campaign data, identify trends, and suggest improvements. Support and develop team members within the programmatic group. Requirements Extensive hands-on experience in programmatic media and DSP implementation. Proven ability in campaign activation and optimization. Strong analytical skills to assess campaign performance and spot actionable trends. Experience leading teams and fostering professional growth. Comfort with forecasting, budgeting, and campaign reporting. Location This role is based in London, United Kingdom.

WPP Media partners with leading brands to help them grow through a blend of talent, data, and strategic alliances. The company’s marketing platform, WPP Open, enables clients to respond to change and find new ways to succeed. With a focus on AI-driven media strategies and creative personalization, WPP Media delivers clear, actionable insights into media investments through WPP Open and Open Intelligence. More information is available at wppmedia.com. Role overview The Senior Account Executive - Social Media works with a team that combines analytics, insights, and technology to deliver marketing solutions for global clients. This position plays a key part in supporting brands as they face complex marketing challenges, helping them connect with audiences and drive results through social media channels. What you will do Support clients in developing and executing social media strategies Use analytics and insights to inform campaign decisions Collaborate with team members to create effective marketing solutions

About WPP MediaWPP is the trusted partner for growth for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, reliable data, and world-class collaborations—united through our pioneering marketing platform, WPP Open—we empower clients to navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformational growth.WPP Media, our AI-driven media operating unit, integrates media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more details, visit wppmedia.com.Position OverviewWPP Media OOH is the UK’s leading out-of-home agency, part of WPP’s GroupM. We collaborate with top brands and agencies to engage valuable audiences as they move. Our diverse team of passionate experts is committed to pioneering the OOH landscape amidst significant growth, disruption, and technological innovation.Our core values—agility, integrity, innovation, passion, and focus—guide how we build relationships and conduct business. We seek talented individuals who are excited about the future of OOH, eager for change, and aligned with our values to help transform our business and the industry.Role Summary and ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary contact for planning OOH solutions across WPP Media OOH’s agencies and clients.Ensure the team provides exceptional service, achieving KPIs and meeting established criteria.Contribute to departmental goals, drive revenue growth, and identify new business opportunities.

This Senior Account Executive - Social Media role is part of EssenceMediacom, a media agency within WPP Media. Based in London, the position focuses on supporting clients as they navigate the evolving marketing landscape. The team combines analytics, data, and technology to help global brands connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Day to day, the Senior Account Executive will help clients understand and optimize their social media strategies. The work involves using insights and technology to engage consumers and drive results. EssenceMediacom emphasizes data-driven decisions and creative personalization, aiming to deliver measurable impact for major brands. What you will do Support clients in making informed choices about social media campaigns Apply analytics and technology to improve campaign effectiveness Contribute to a team that values creative thinking and ongoing learning Location London, United Kingdom

About WPPWPP is a leading growth partner for the world’s most recognized brands. By integrating cutting-edge media intelligence, innovative data solutions, world-class creativity, and expert strategic guidance, we empower our clients to navigate change and achieve transformational growth. Discover more at WPP.com.Position OverviewWe are actively seeking a dynamic Senior Account Director to join our Out of Home (OOH) team on a fixed-term contract. As the primary liaison for our OOH solutions, you will lead strategic planning initiatives across WPP Media OOH’s agencies and clients.Your ImpactAct as the main point of contact for the planning of OOH solutions.Ensure our team delivers exceptional service while meeting KPIs and agreed objectives.Contribute to departmental goals, driving revenue growth, and identifying new business opportunities.Foster a culture of excellence by showcasing best practices and innovative strategies.

As a Senior Account Director at Bandwidth, you will play a pivotal role in driving our client relationships and strategic initiatives. You will leverage your extensive experience in account management to lead our team in delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients. Your expertise will be crucial in nurturing existing partnerships while identifying new business opportunities that align with our growth objectives.

Director of Cross Channel Media - MM&D About WPP Media WPP is at the forefront of creative transformation, leveraging the power of creativity to forge better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. To learn more, visit wpp.com. WPP Media represents WPP’s global media collective, uniting the best platforms, talent, and partners to create boundless opportunities for growth in an omnipresent media landscape. For further information, visit wppmedia.com. About EssenceMediacom: A Leading WPP Media Brand EssenceMediacom is an innovative media agency, grounded in analytics and insights, and powered by cutting-edge data and technology. Our mission is to utilize media and creativity to generate breakthroughs for top-tier brands. We enable clients to navigate the complexities of modern marketing, helping them discover the insights necessary to resonate with their consumers. We are purposefully designed for the evolving communications economy — built on data and technology, for individuals and algorithms, fostering diverse perspectives, and committed to testing and learning at scale. Role Overview and Impact The Director of Cross Channel Media will report directly to the EMEA Regional Lead and play a crucial role within our London hub. You will spearhead EMEA campaign planning and strategy, ensuring flawless execution across the region. A key aspect of this role is to lead local market strategies, particularly focusing on driving performance and innovation in Spain and Italy. While based in London, you will maintain strong collaborative ties with our Delhi hub to align execution excellence with strategic objectives. As a leader on the Airbnb account, a global platform that transcends traditional accommodation, you will guide media execution that supports this diverse global ecosystem, facilitating unique experiences and services offered by inspiring local hosts. Success in this role requires providing strategic and tactical leadership across various channels, owning best practices, and ensuring that the highest standards of campaigns are delivered punctually. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the EMEA Media Solutions leadership to ensure alignment on regional strategy and operational standards. Lead the development and management of local campaign strategies for key markets, specifically tailoring approaches for Spain and Italy to ensure local relevance. Drive innovation and performance enhancements in media execution. Maintain ongoing communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for social media? We are seeking a Senior Director of Social Media to lead our efforts across the EMEA region. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing innovative social media strategies that enhance our brand presence, engage our audience, and drive growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with our overall marketing objectives and leverage analytics to measure success.

WPP Media is the AI-driven media arm of WPP, supporting well-known brands with data, technology, and creative personalization at scale. Through the WPP Open platform and Open Intelligence, clients receive clear insights into their media investments. Wavemaker, part of WPP Media, helps clients transform how consumers make decisions by combining media, content, and technology. The team works with brands ready to challenge the status quo and achieve stronger results together. Role overview The Programmatic Account Director leads a team of managers and executives based in both Delhi and the UK. This role oversees the full lifecycle of programmatic campaigns, from channel planning and setup to ongoing optimization and reporting. The director ensures all work meets Wavemaker’s standards and delivers clear, actionable results to clients. Clients in this portfolio range from brands focused on driving uplift to those aiming for quality web traffic and direct sales. The director manages programmatic media activities across multiple buying routes, working closely with the Digital Planning team and direct reports to achieve strong campaign outcomes. The team Over 20 professionals make up the programmatic group, managing a varied client list that includes Audible, Danone, Paramount, and Nationwide. Recent new business wins have created opportunities to further grow the self-serve programmatic practice. Requirements Experience leading teams in programmatic media, ideally across multiple locations Strong understanding of campaign planning, setup, optimization, and reporting Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and deliver results for a diverse client base To learn more, visit wppmedia.com.

WPP Media is an AI-driven media unit within WPP, working with leading global brands to improve the effectiveness of media investments. The team combines expertise in media, data, and strategic partnerships to help clients gain deeper insights and achieve better results. WPP Media’s platform, WPP Open, and its Open Intelligence tools, deliver actionable insights and enable creative personalization at scale. The Goat Agency, part of WPP Media, has focused on influencer marketing since 2015. This agency supports global brands by using social and creator-led content to drive measurable business outcomes. Its campaigns have reached more than 70 countries and have been recognized for both impact and creativity. Influencer Programs and Team The Goat Agency’s team includes over 650 social media specialists worldwide. They design influencer programs that range from short-term projects to long-term partnerships, all aimed at increasing brand awareness, engagement, and conversions across the marketing funnel. More information about WPP Media is available at wppmedia.com.

Account Director, Applied AnalyticsAbout WPP MediaWPP is the creative transformation agency that harnesses the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. To learn more, visit wpp.com.WPP Media represents WPP’s global media collective, uniting the best platforms, talent, and partners to create limitless growth opportunities in an increasingly media-saturated world. For more insights, visit wppmedia.com.About OpenMind: A Premier Brand of WPP MediaOpenMind by WPP is an integrated agency model that leverages talent across WPP, specifically designed to expedite the European transformation of Nestlé’s media operations. Central to this initiative is the state-of-the-art data and technology capabilities, enhanced by WPP’s investment in AI, aimed at maximizing the efficacy of Nestlé's media investments.Role Summary and ImpactThe Account Director, Applied Analytics, serves as a vital link between Nestlé clients and the internal analytics practice areas. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely execution of intricate analytical projects, effectively communicating the needs at every stage, and monitoring progress diligently.In this position, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the media marketing measurement landscape, equipping you to articulate complex concepts clearly and understandably to both clients and internal teams.This role presents a unique chance to elevate analytics standards across ZEUR, collaborating with some of the world's most prominent brands. You will be instrumental in educating local market teams about your methodologies to ensure consistency across the region, further driving excellence in analytics.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the OpenMind Analytics Lead to design analytical projects at both ZEUR and global levels, including:Media Budget Optimization EngineMeasurement FrameworkAttribution Model POVExperimentation FrameworkAggregated MMM AnalysisManage the Analytics Pipeline through Wrike (Project Management Platform), understanding dependencies and stakeholder requirements, while engaging with team members and clients to ensure timely project completion.

About WPPWPP serves as the trusted growth partner for the world’s foremost brands. We integrate advanced media intelligence and data solutions, exceptional creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions, and expert strategic counsel into a singular entity, driven by outstanding talent and our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open. Our mission is to guide clients through change, seize opportunities, and foster transformational growth. For further details, visit WPP.com.Position: Account Director – Communications PlanningAbout WPP MediaWPP Media is the global media collective of WPP. In an era where media permeates all aspects of life, we assemble the finest platforms, people, and partnerships to forge boundless growth opportunities. For more information, visit wppmedia.com.About EssenceMediacom: A Leading WPP Media BrandEssenceMediacom represents a new generation of media agency. Grounded in analytics and insights, and fueled by data and technology, we harness the power of media and creativity to drive significant breakthroughs for top brands. Our objective is to assist clients in navigating the modern marketing landscape and uncovering the insights that brands require to resonate with their consumers. We are designed for the new communications economy: built on data and technology, developed for both people and algorithms, shaped by diverse perspectives, dedicated to testing and learning at scale, and, importantly, committed to evolution.Role Summary and ImpactThis is an exceptional opportunity to join as an Account Director in the Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the Senior Associate Director, serving as a primary liaison for our clients while overseeing the planning projects from inception to completion. You will coordinate efforts among specialists to deliver outstanding results, ensuring the smooth operation of the account, maintaining workflow accuracy, and ensuring that the campaign management process adheres to best practices.

WPP Media is hiring an Account Director, Communications Planning to join the London team. This senior position leads the development of communication plans for a diverse set of clients, ensuring each campaign meets high standards and aligns with client objectives. Role overview This leadership role focuses on shaping strategic communications across multiple accounts. The Account Director manages planning processes, crafts strategies, and upholds strong client service throughout each engagement. What you will do Guide the creation and execution of communication strategies that support client goals Oversee planning activities for several accounts at once Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver effective campaigns Maintain and build client relationships through clear, consistent communication Ensure brand messaging remains aligned with each client’s objectives Requirements Significant experience in communications planning or a closely related area Strong leadership abilities and skill in building professional relationships Comfort managing multiple projects and shifting priorities Track record of delivering campaigns that make an impact This position is based in London, United Kingdom.

Join GoHenry as the Director of Paid MediaAt GoHenry, we are at the forefront of financial education, designed by parents for families. After successfully establishing a strong presence in the UK, we have expanded our reach into Europe and the US through collaborations with PixPay and Acorns.Together, we empower over 6 million members across five countries with innovative tools for money management, engaging educational content, and a seamless experience that fosters financial well-being for children and their families.Our Mission: Empowering Financial LiteracyWe are seeking a seasoned Director of Paid Media to spearhead our UK Growth team, playing a pivotal role in driving subscriber growth at GoHenry.About the Role:Reporting directly to the global VP of Growth Marketing, you will lead the UK Growth team in executing efficient subscriber growth strategies through new customer acquisition, all while adhering to acceptable Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) parameters.You will manage key channels for subscriber acquisition, significantly impacting GoHenry’s commercial success through Brand and Performance Paid Media, Affiliates, and Referrals.In this role, you will define and implement channel strategies, leveraging both in-house and agency resources. This includes continuous testing, experimentation, and optimization to refine our channel mix and improve performance. You will also be responsible for forecasting media budgets, assessing ROI, and delivering regular reports to GoHenry and Acorns.Your responsibilities will also extend to managing Media Effectiveness tools and collaborating with our internal Data team and external partners. Furthermore, you will work closely with the Integrated Marketing team to ensure alignment of media planning with creative requirements, as well as with our Website & App store lead to guarantee a seamless customer journey from advertising to subscription.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement both short-term and long-term paid media strategies to achieve subscriber acquisition goals.Plan and execute campaigns while analyzing performance metrics to optimize advertising efforts.