Senior Performance Manager

WPP Media; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global media collective in Dubai is seeking a Senior Performance Manager to spearhead innovative paid media strategies that drive client growth. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in performance marketing, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven track record in managing complex campaigns across platforms. Strong leadership and client management capabilities are essential. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of media while enjoying competitive benefits and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance

Group retirement plans

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Employee mental health awareness days

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in performance marketing.
• Deep expertise in paid search, social, and display advertising platforms.
• Exceptional analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of attribution modeling and audience segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of data-driven paid media strategies.
• Oversee multi-channel paid media campaigns across various platforms.
• Analyze campaign performance and present actionable insights.
• Manage campaign budgets and drive innovation with new technologies.

Skills

Performance marketing

Data analysis

Budget management

Client management

Analytical skills

Tools

Google Ads

Meta

LinkedIn

Google Analytics

Excel

Job description

Mindshare: Senior Performance Manager- Dubai

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

Role Summary and Impact

As a Senior Performance Manager, you'll spearhead the strategy, execution, and optimization of complex paid media campaigns, driving significant business results. Your leadership and expertise will directly impact client growth by maximizing ROI, pioneering innovative solutions, and fostering a culture of data-driven excellence. You'll be a key architect of our clients' success in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

• Lead the development and implementation of sophisticated, data-driven paid media strategies aligned with client business objectives and marketing goals, encompassing the full customer journey.
• Oversee the management of large-scale, multi-channel paid media campaigns across diverse platforms (Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, Programmatic Display, etc.), ensuring optimal performance and efficient budget allocation.
• Champion advanced optimization techniques, including A/B testing, audience segmentation, predictive analytics, and algorithmic bidding strategies, to maximize campaign ROI and exceed client expectations.
• Analyze campaign performance meticulously, identify key trends and opportunities, and present actionable insights and strategic recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver compelling performance reports and presentations that clearly articulate campaign results, highlight key achievements, and provide strategic guidance for future growth.
• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated campaign execution and alignment with broader marketing initiatives.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key platform partners (Google, Meta, etc.), negotiate favorable terms, and leverage their expertise to drive innovation and enhance campaign performance.
• Manage complex campaign budgets effectively, allocate resources strategically, and ensure accurate tracking of spend and ROI across all channels.
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new technologies, platforms, and strategies to enhance campaign performance and deliver exceptional results for clients.

Skills and Experience

• 6+ years of experience in performance marketing, with a proven track record of managing successful paid media campaigns at scale.
• Deep expertise in paid search, social, and display advertising platforms, including Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, and Programmatic Display.
• Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Google Analytics, Google Data Studio, etc.).
• Strong understanding of attribution modeling, audience segmentation, and advanced bidding strategies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

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.

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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