Account Manager, Clients, UK

WPP Media Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Group retirement plan

Vision and dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking an Account Manager to join the Universal UK team, working across UK theatrical film releases. You will have regular client contact from the outset and be exposed to all media disciplines as part of the planning and execution of campaigns.

The role offers opportunities to develop strategic frameworks, manage briefs and campaigns, and mentor junior team members while collaborating with AV, OOH and Digital specialists.

Qualifications

• Experience in film or entertainment is preferred but not essential.
• Online and offline channel planning experience
• To be a team player
• Thrive under pressure: both businesses are high volume, short turn around types of account.
• Ability to deal with regular often urgent adhoc requests, an enjoyment for troubleshooting.
• High attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality work across multiple live briefs at various stages in the campaign cycle.
• Develop strategic and implementational frameworks, responses to briefs, campaign laydowns and PCAs across varying budgets.
• Mentor and develop junior team members and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with AV, OOH & Digital specialist teams to drive integrated campaigns.

Skills

Film/Entertainment experience

Channel planning experience

Team player

Pressure handling

Adhoc requests

Attention to detail

Job description

WPP 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 ourpioneeringagentic 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, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

We’re looking for an Account Manager to join the Universal UK team– working across UK theatrical film releases.

The successful candidate will have regular client contact from the outset and be exposed to all media disciplines, each of which play a role on our plans.

What are the 3 best things about the job?

• You will be surrounded by people that love Film, love working together and enjoy contributing to the ongoing success of the client
• You will be pushed to learn and improve every single day and contribute to this ethos
• The account provides ample opportunity for autonomy and direct client access

What would you expect to achieve in the first 3 months?

• Gain the trust and respect of our local clients, working through live briefs and campaigns. Our clients are experts in their field and passionate about their products and the wider film industry; they expect to be challenged by our team in order to get to the best outcomes.
• Integrate into the team dynamic – we are strongly motivated by the success of everyone in the team and enjoy working together. Positively contribute to values and culture of the team.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the film and wider media landscape, the complexity of the different audience segments and how this impacts the way in which we plan media.
• Develop a positive working relationship with our specialists in TED as well as the Global and Central MediaCom teams.

What are the measures of success?

• Able to comfortably and consistently deliver high-quality work across multiple live briefs at various different stages in the campaign cycle.
• Can take complete ownership of developing strategic and implementational frameworks, responses to briefs, campaign laydowns and PCAs across varying budget levels
• You are passionate about the development and management of junior members of the team; you will be responsible for their success, growth and work-life enjoyment.
• Build and maintain the strong working relationship we have with our specialist teams (AV, OOH & Digital) who are a key component of our success as a team.
• Strong financial acumen demonstrated through the adherence and continuation of EssenceMediacom’s best financial practices on the accounts.
• Ownership of the billing process on a monthly basis with the help of EM finance team as well as Universal finance teams.
• Positive client feedback – our clients are incredibly collaborative and want us to challenge them.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in film or entertainment is preferred but not essential.
• Online and offline channel planning experience
• To be a team player
• Thrive under pressure: both businesses are high volume, short turn around types of account.
• Ability to deal with regular [often urgent] adhoc requests, an enjoyment for troubleshooting.
• High attention to detail

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically,firmly believingin and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees toleveragethe extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at thecutting edgeof marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office eventsshowcasingteam wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 characteristics. We believe the best work happens whenwe'retogether, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment.That'swhywe’veadopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If yourequireaccommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location

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