TL;DR

Operations Associate Director (Project Management): Leading the operational success of client accounts by driving efficiency, automation, and system migrations with an accent on process governance and cross-team collaboration. Focus on delivering excellence in agency workflows and ensuring high-quality campaign implementation for large-scale global clients.

Location: Must be based in London, UK (Hybrid: ~4 days/week in office). Requires the right to work in the UK.

Company

WPP is a global creative transformation company that provides integrated communications, experience, commerce, and technology solutions for the world's leading brands.

What you will do

  • Own projects and workstreams that enable efficient delivery for major client accounts.
  • Drive the implementation of new tech, tools, system developments, and migrations.
  • Govern ways of working to optimize operational efficiency and simplification.
  • Manage day-to-day workload, process documentation, and data capture across the team.
  • Collaborate with internal and external counterparts including Planning, Tech, and Finance to ensure timely campaign reconciliation.

Requirements

  • Strong media background with an understanding of media agency functions.
  • Proven operational experience and project management expertise.
  • Demonstrable skill in building and rolling out internal processes.
  • Must have the right to work in the UK.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with senior teams.
  • Results-oriented mindset with the ability to influence as a change agent.

Nice to have

  • Experience in data analysis and competence in Excel.
  • Familiarity with Power BI for reporting and insights.
  • Proven track record in driving operational best practices.

Culture & Benefits

  • Access to global WPP and Amazon network training and mentorship.
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
  • Group retirement plans and significant paid time off.
  • Supportive culture featuring employee resource groups and regular office events.
  • Focus on employee growth, mental health awareness, and collaborative creative environments.