Director, Tech Solution Consulting

Wpp Plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Enterprise Solutions seeks a Director of Solution Consulting (EMEA focus) to lead the Solution Consulting team, guiding clients and internal stakeholders toward growth by translating complex needs into tailored technology strategies. You will report to the Senior Director and serve as a senior stakeholder, delivering projects and steering high-stakes conversations.

You will manage strategic leadership, client engagements, and vendor relationships, while mentoring junior team members and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a solutions consulting or related role at senior level.
• Strong foundation in Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills including PowerPoint.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in direct new business development and business expansion.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and align technology solutions with business goals.
• Engage with clients and key stakeholders as trusted advisor.
• Design and implement complex marketing technology solutions.
• Lead presentations, proposals, RFIs and RFPs.
• Mentor junior team members and oversee project delivery.
• Present compelling cases at industry events.
• Collaborate with Technology, Data, Experience and Strategy teams.

Skills

Leadership

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

New business development

Mentoring teams

Marketing technology trends

PowerPoint

Tools

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

PowerPoint

Job description

MAP | WPP Enterprise Solutions designs, builds, and operates the growth systems that competitive businesses rely on. In a world where Al is reshaping how companies drive growth, we lead clients in business transformation and marketing modernization, connecting strategy directly to execution. Our 12,000 experts in engineering and platforms, commerce, consulting, content transformation, CRM, and CX work within a unified global operating unit across 40+ markets. WPP Enterprise Solutions works alongside best-in-class partners including Adobe, AWS, Braze, Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, and Shopify, as well as innovators in AI, to deliver growth solutions tailored to the needs of our clients’ businesses.

About WPP

MAP is part of WPP , the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

Are you a marketing technology leader who thrives at the intersection of technology and business, capable of driving strategic initiatives and shaping the future of personalized customer experiences? Do you possess the ability to dive into the complexities of marketing platforms while effortlessly communicating their value to a room full of executives? Are you a trusted advisor, a skilled presenter, and a passionate advocate for innovation in the MarTech space, with a proven track record of leading and mentoring high-performing teams?

Then you might be the Director of Solution Consulting we're looking for (EMEA focused)!

What will your day look like?

As aDirector of Solution Consultingand a key member of the Solution Consulting leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction of our technology solutions. Reporting to the Senior Director of Solution Consulting, you'll be a trusted advisor, guiding our clients and internal stakeholders towards significant growth by deeply understanding their complex needs and crafting tailored, cutting-edge technology solutions. You will also be responsible for sharing the responsibilities currently held by the Senior Director of Solution Consulting. Our Solution Consulting team acts as the bridge between business goals and technological possibilities, translating complex requirements into clear roadmaps and innovative designs that empower our clients to thrive. You will be responsible for being a senior stakeholder who can deliver projects, stand up in front of clients, position map, steer conversations, and handle difficult conversations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership:Contributing to the overall strategic direction of the Solution Consulting team, aligning technology solutions with business objectives, and identifying opportunities for innovation and growth.
• Client Engagement:Building and maintaining strong relationships with key client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and thought leader on marketing technology trends and best practices. You will also network with our strategi partners.
• Solution Design & Implementation:Overseeing the design and implementation of complex marketing technology solutions, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry best practices.
• New Business Development:Actively participating in new business pursuits, including leading presentations, developing proposals, and contributing to RFIs and RFPs.
• Vendor Relationships:Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with key technology vendors (Adobe, Salesforce, Braze, etc.), staying abreast of new product developments and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
• Team Mentorship & Development:Mentoring and developing junior members of the Solution Consulting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Presenting compelling cases and case studies at industry events.
• Serve as the go-to technical expert on client projects, working closely with internal teams (Technology, Data, Experience, Strategy).
• Act as a translator, transforming ambitious client goals into actionable technology strategies.
• Collaborate with our growth team on pitches, RFPs, and high-level scoping.
• Stay ahead of the curve by keeping your finger on the pulse of the latest marketing technologies and developing insightful points of view.

Who are you going to work with?

As a valued member of our Solution Consulting team, you'll benefit from a supportive environment where knowledge sharing and collaboration are paramount. You will be working alongside brilliant minds who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of marketing technology. You will be working closely with the Senior Director of Solution Consulting.

You’ll collaborate with a diverse network of experts across our global offices, spanning technology, data, experience, and client service teams. You will be a vital part of supporting all of MAP’s capabilities.

What do you bring to the table?

We're seeking a highly experienced technology leader who embodies a rare combination of technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a drive to make a real impact.

• You bring a passion for marketing technology and a genuine desire to make a difference for our clients and MAP.
• You have a proven track record of leadership and success in a solutions consulting or related role (e.g., technical consulting or customer success management) at a senior level, with experience managing and mentoring teams.
• You possess a strong foundation in Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• You're a natural communicator with exceptional presentation skills, capable of captivating any level audience in speech, writing and PowerPoint.
• Proven experience building strong relationships and managing different stakeholders.
• Experience in direct new business development and business expansion.

A leader in personalized customer experiences

VML MAP is a world-leading Centre of Excellence that helps businesses humanize the relationship between the brand and the customer through hyper personalization at scale, marketing automation and CRM. With the brain of a consultancy, the heart of an agency and the power of technology and data, we work with some of the world's most admired brands to help them on their transformation journey to becoming truly customer-centric. Together, we are 1000 + technology specialists, data scientists, strategic thinkers, consultants, operations experts, and creative minds from 55+ nationalities.

A global network

We are part of the global VML network that encompasses more than 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 60+ markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.

WPP (MAP/VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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.