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EssenceMediacom is a new breed of media agency. Grounded in analytics and insights and powered by data and technology, we believe in the power of media and creative to drive breakthroughs for the world’s best brands. We help clients understand the modern marketing paradox and discover the breakthroughs brands need to win with their consumers. We are designed for the new communications economy — built on data and technology, built for people and algorithms, built around diverse schools of thought, built to test and learn at scale, and, crucially, built to evolve.

Role Summary and ImpactThis is a fantastic opportunity to join the team as an Planning Account Director.

As Account Director, you are critical to the delivery of this ambition; working closely with the Senior Associate Director, you will be a key interface for our clients and lead planning projects from start to finish, acting as the conduit who brings together our specialists to deliver exceptional work.

You will oversee the day-to-day running of the account, ensuring flow and accuracy of work and that the campaign management process follows best practice. You are across all communications and establish yourself as the first port of call for clients.

You will build a strong relationship with your clients and become a trusted strategic partner – showing a deep understanding of your clients’ business and how communications can drive growth.

Skills and ExperienceAt 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 and 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

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Championing Growth

and Development

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Mobilize the Enterprise .

Strong management and client relationship skills

People management skills to support AD in the management and development of Planners and Execs

Solution focused mindset

Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a team player mentality

Self-motivated; an ambition to make the ordinary extraordinary

A thirst to learn – be that the client’s business, people, brands, industry, trends etc

An ability to prioritise and delegate, as well as manage both up and down

Empathetic and self-aware

Motivated to drive business results for both client and EssenceMediacom

Positive, proactive approach to problem solving

Calm under pressure

Accurate verbal and written feedback and instructions

Life at WPP Media and BenefitsOur 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 and 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.

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