Account Manager, Planning

3167 - Account Manager, Planning - GCS

Role Summary and Impact

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Account Manager to join our Duracell team based in London. You’ll be responsible for managing the media planning across a number of markets; this role is ideally suited to someone who is eager to take ownership of key workstreams and truly drive business results for their client(s).

The team is responsible for delivering best-in-class planning and implementation of the E&A “Bunny Markets”. You’ll be part of a close-knit planning team, however be expected to work with other teams such as strategy, e-comm and activation. All biddable activity is managed by a hub also based in London, and you will also work (virtually) with local teams in every market. You will operate as the key point of contact for clients and project manage all media plans from creation to activation and analysis. You will take full ownership of your markets and shape the strategy to deliver on client business objectives.

This is a brand led account whereby our main KPI is to achieve top of mind awareness, as well as drive sales of Duracell batteries. The main vehicles we activate across are paid social, programmatic online video, linear TV, CTV, OOH, pOOH and audio. The brand is highly aligned with key sporting events so there is also scope to be involved in key partnerships, working with the Sports & Entertainment team, alongside the more traditional media campaigns.

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of the principles of marketing and advertising, as well as an understanding of media concepts and terms, creative and budget requirements
• Ideally you will have had exposure to social media and programmatic activities (although not expected to have direct activation experience)
• Ability to manage direct client communications, both written and verbal
• The ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage expectations
• Calm under pressure and able to juggle multiple projects
• You will be enthusiastic, helpful and collaborative, and be seeking an environment where you can learn, develop, and actively contribute to the evolution of a key agency account
• Ideally you will have experience in working across multiple markets
• A self-motivated individual who is well organised and can manage multiple publisher / client conversations at the same time 

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 particular 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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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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