Data Strategy Director, AI & Growth

Wundermanthompson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VML seeks a Data Planning Director to be a trusted partner for clients, connecting data, analytics and AI across VML and WPP. You will lead a cross‑functional team, drive data strategy and deliver measurable outcomes across media, CX, CRM and more.

The role requires Gravitas, collaboration, and the ability to unite diverse skill sets behind a single brief, with a hybrid working model in London and global opportunities.

Qualifications

• Exceptional experience leading across data and analytics in a consulting/agency environment.
• Ability to set up teams and operating models with clients.
• Proven track record in data-driven marketing and AI applications.

Responsibilities

• Direct a team of data, technology and business consultants, analysts and engineers, overseeing client briefs and workload.
• Act as strategic partner to help clients leverage data, martech, analytics and AI to hit goals.
• Develop proposals and methodologies for data planning, analytics, and data consulting.
• Inspire clients with thought leadership and best practices, driving client success.

Skills

Data planning

Analytics leadership

Client management

Team management

Martech

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

SQL

Python

BI tools

Job description

VML seeks a Data Planning Director to be a trusted partner for clients, connecting data, analytics and AI across VML and WPP. You will lead a cross‑functional team, drive data strategy and deliver measurable outcomes across media, CX, CRM and more.

The role requires Gravitas, collaboration, and the ability to unite diverse skill sets behind a single brief, with a hybrid working model in London and global opportunities.