About the job
About WPP Media
WPP is a leading creative transformation company dedicated to harnessing the power of creativity to forge better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. Learn more at wpp.com.
WPP Media comprises WPP’s global media collective. In a landscape where media permeates every aspect of life, we unite the finest platforms, talents, and partners to create endless growth opportunities. Discover more at wppmedia.com.
At WPP Media, we are passionate about our culture and our people. This commitment drives us to provide outstanding experiences for our clients and ourselves. In this role, embracing WPP and WPP Media’s shared core values will be crucial:
- Be Extraordinary by collectively leading to inspire transformational creativity.
- Create an Open environment by balancing people and client experiences through trust cultivation.
- Lead Optimistically by championing growth and development to mobilize the enterprise.
Role Summary and Impact
The Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition will spearhead the comprehensive recruitment strategy, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-caliber talent across the organization. This leadership role involves managing a team of recruiters, cultivating key stakeholder relationships, and implementing innovative sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives. The manager will closely collaborate with business leaders and HR to predict hiring demands and deliver top-notch recruitment solutions.
Top 3 Benefits of This Position:
1. Lead and mentor a team of recruiters while overseeing hiring for a premier media agency group with multiple operating companies and esteemed brands.
2. Gain recognition for your ability to achieve both operational excellence and strategic innovation in Talent Acquisition.
3. Thrive in a challenging, high-growth sector at the forefront of digital, data, analytics, and technology, where change is a constant.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Talent Acquisition team, ensuring alignment with overarching business and HR strategies.
- Collaborate with business leaders, HR, and stakeholders to forecast hiring needs and develop workforce plans that meet talent priorities.
- Drive sourcing innovation by utilizing various channels, including digital platforms, professional networks, referrals, and cutting-edge sourcing tools.
- Provide consultative recruitment support, ensuring exceptional candidate experiences and alignment with organizational goals.

