Associate Director, Client Strategy – UK

wppmedia; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical insurance

Pension plans

Paid time off

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking an Associate Director, Planning to lead strategic planning for key client accounts within a fast-evolving media environment. You will oversee day-to-day account planning, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while acting as the main client liaison.

You will build trusted partnerships, translate client objectives into strategic plans, and mentor junior planners and executives to drive growth and exceptional work across campaigns.

Qualifications

• Experience leading planning for major brands across diverse markets.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to translate client goals into actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of day-to-day account planning and project delivery.
• Builds and maintains trusted relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.
• Leads planning projects from initiation to final delivery, ensuring best-practice processes.
• Mentors and develops Planners and Executives on the team.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Strategic planning

People management

Creativity

Communication

Job description

WPP Media is seeking an Associate Director, Planning to lead strategic planning for key client accounts within a fast-evolving media environment. You will oversee day-to-day account planning, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while acting as the main client liaison.

You will build trusted partnerships, translate client objectives into strategic plans, and mentor junior planners and executives to drive growth and exceptional work across campaigns.