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Experience Level
Senior Level Manager
Qualifications
Proven track record in media planning and strategy development. Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams. Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in data interpretation. Excellent communication and presentation abilities. Experience with digital marketing channels and emerging media trends.
About the job
WPP Media Solutions seeks a Senior Director of Cross-Channel Strategy to join its London team. This senior leader shapes media strategies that drive client growth and engagement across a variety of platforms. The position calls for a mix of strategic oversight, hands-on team leadership, and a strong command of data-driven marketing.
Key responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team dedicated to developing and executing cross-channel strategies
Apply analytics and data insights to optimize marketing initiatives across multiple platforms
Support clients as they navigate complex media landscapes, ensuring their marketing objectives are met
Create and implement approaches that enhance campaign performance and encourage innovation
Location
This position is based in London, United Kingdom.
About WPP Media Solutions
WPP Media Solutions is a leading global media agency, dedicated to driving outstanding results for our clients. With a focus on innovation and creativity, we harness the power of data to create impactful marketing strategies. Our collaborative environment fosters growth and development, ensuring our teams are at the forefront of the ever-evolving media landscape.
1260 - Director of Strategy - Client Teams About WPP Media WPP is a pioneering creative transformation company dedicated to harnessing the power of creativity to foster better futures for our employees, the planet, clients, and communities. To learn more, visit wpp.com. WPP Media serves as WPP’s global media collective. In a media landscape where content is …
Spotlight Sports Group brings together over 400 professionals dedicated to sports betting, horse racing, and fantasy sports content. The company operates brands such as Racing Post, Pickswise, myracing, and Free Super Tips, and works closely with leading betting operators to deliver a range of multilingual digital products. The group also includes ICS-digital, an agency known for its international marketing and translation expertise. Role overview The Director of Social Media Strategy leads the B2C social media function at Spotlight Sports Group. This senior position oversees influencer partnerships, paid campaigns, and all social media activities, ensuring alignment with broader brand goals. Collaboration with the AV Audience team is central, with a focus on delivering content that attracts new audiences and keeps current customers engaged. Segmentation and persona insights guide decisions and strategy. What you will do Act as a senior leader within the marketing team, reporting to the Head of Marketing and helping shape B2C marketing direction. Develop and refine a multi-platform social media strategy for emerging racing audiences, focusing on X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other relevant channels. Work with the Senior Campaigns Manager and Head of Marketing to drive brand strategy in line with the company’s three-year vision. Create content plans tailored to each platform, including short-form videos, live reactions, graphics, and tipping clips. Prioritize outreach to underrepresented groups, including younger fans, female bettors, and international communities. Oversee the social media function, ensuring content supports the new content strategy and engages audiences in creative ways. Manage influencer partnerships to expand reach and build long-term engagement with Spotlight and Racing Post brands. Lead and develop the social media team, making sure activities align with business objectives and maintain high content standards. Implement performance management processes and ensure compliance with responsible gambling requirements. Location This role is based in London, England, United Kingdom.
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DEPT® brings together over 4,000 specialists in technology and marketing, partnering with brands such as Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay, and OpenAI. The company offers services across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. DEPT® operates as a partner-led organization, holds B Corp certification, and has been Climate Neutral since 2021. Role overview The Director of Media Strategy connects client business objectives with the agency’s full range of services. This position works closely with the Client Service team to shape and deliver strategic media plans for a major brand. The role is based in London or Manchester and follows a hybrid work model. What you will do Develop media strategies for both current and prospective clients to help them stand out in their industries. Collaborate with client in-house teams to understand business goals, target audiences, and the competitive landscape. Translate client needs into actionable media briefs for specialist teams. Use data-driven insights to create compelling stories for clients. Build digital marketing strategies rooted in data and aligned with client objectives. Work alongside experts in SEA, SEO, CRM, Data, and Social Advertising. Apply a broad understanding of marketing, technology, and innovation to create effective strategies. Ensure smooth execution of campaigns and projects through cross-team collaboration. Lead projects from initiation to completion, sharing expertise and helping set new standards and best practices. Review campaign performance and provide recommendations for improvement. Stay informed on industry trends and best practices to keep strategies effective. Represent DEPT® at events and roundtables, networking and identifying new business opportunities. Location This role is based in London or Manchester and supports a hybrid work arrangement.
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.
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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.
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Join oliver as an Executive Strategy Director, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our strategic direction and driving growth initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise to develop innovative strategies that align with our mission and vision.This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for driving results in a dynamic environment. You will lead key projects, provide insights to executive leadership, and influence decision-making processes across the organization.
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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.
About BaringaBaringa is a prominent global consulting firm dedicated to empowering leaders in driving transformation and creating sustainable value. With extensive industry knowledge and cutting-edge technology, we assist our clients in achieving their goals with enhanced confidence. Our team of over 2,000 professionals spans the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, blending global insights with local expertise.We collaborate across various sectors including energy and resources, financial services, government, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and technology. Our capabilities encompass strategy, transformation, and operational excellence, all supported by advanced technology, data, AI, and digital innovation.Clients appreciate Baringa's collaborative ethos and the seamless integration of our teams, who share a clear understanding of priorities. Our dedicated experts are known for their kindness and curiosity, as they strive to help clients modernize systems, expand networks, and drive growth across numerous industries.Recognized as a Great Place to Work globally, Baringa has earned accolades from the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings and has been listed by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms for four consecutive years.Join Our Strategy & Transactions Team as a DirectorWe are a fast-growing global team of strategy and transactions specialists, seeking to establish ourselves as the leading provider of deal advisory services in the Energy, Utilities, and Renewable Infrastructure sectors. Our work encompasses the entire value chain of these industries, including technology, services, manufacturing, and supply chain.Primarily collaborating with Private Equity, Infrastructure, and Corporate clients, we pride ourselves on our rapid insights generation. Our teams are composed not only of experts in commercial due diligence but also sector specialists, allowing us to minimize reliance on external consultants and to leverage deep industry knowledge.
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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.
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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.
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.
