Associate Director, Solutions Development

GroupM; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in media investment seeks an Associate Director for Solutions Development in London. This role focuses on advancing media integration and cross-channel innovation, requiring expertise in ad tech and programmatic solutions. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet client needs and drive growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in ad tech and media supply technologies.
• Hands-on experience with SSPs and DSPs.
• Proven ability to solve multi-market complexities.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for media integration and cross-channel innovation.
• Develop best-in-class channel solutions aligned with client needs.
• Manage compliance, pricing, margins, and governance.

Skills

Ad tech experience

Programmatic expertise

Strong communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

Job description

Title: Associate Director, Solutions Development

Team: Channel Development

Location: London

Reporting to: Director, Solutions Development (CD)

GroupM is WPP's media investment group and the world's leading media investment company with a mission to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people. The company manages over $60 billion in annual media investment, as measured by COMvergence. Through its global agencies like Mindshare, Wavemaker, EssenceMediacom, and mSix&Partners, and its cross-channel performance, data, entertainment, and investment solutions, GroupM leverages its scale, expertise, and innovation to deliver value for clients worldwide. Discover more at www.groupm.com.

GroupM Nexus is the industry's largest community of performance marketing experts, focused on driving performance and innovation at scale. It combines proprietary technology, platform accreditations, and a culture of continuous innovation to set benchmarks for effectiveness and efficiency. Learn more at https://www.groupm.com/groupmnexus.

Team overview

We integrate GroupM media, Nexus capabilities, creative, AI, marketing science, and Choreograph platforms to develop market-leading solutions. Our mission is to deliver an integrated GroupM where every ad experience works harder for clients, emphasizing cross-channel solutions that connect media to deliver measurable business impact.

Within Solutions Development, there are two teams serving UK and Pan Regional markets:

1. Solutions Integration (SI): Technically scopes, integrates, and deploys platforms, capabilities, and technologies for cross-channel scale.
2. Channel Development (CD): Designs and develops point solutions for clients, configured for cross-channel agility.

Our key focus areas include:

• Clients: Growing their business, connecting media and audiences at scale, demonstrating effectiveness.
• Colleagues: Providing simplicity and repeatability amidst technological complexity.
• Compliance: Ensuring solutions are enhanced with proprietary capabilities and compliant with client contracts.

Role Overview

The Associate Director will lead initiatives to advance media integration and cross-channel innovation for Pan Regional clients, working closely with the UK Solutions Development team and a new Pan Regional group. This role involves strategic leadership in developing solutions across video, audio, display, DOOH, and CTV, requiring programmatic expertise and multi-market understanding.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing best-in-class channel solutions aligned with client needs and market technology.
• Leading innovation efforts and staying ahead of competitors.
• Managing compliance, pricing, margins, and global governance.
• Leading cross-functional teams to deliver solutions and growth in billings and net sales.

Requirements / Skills & Experience

• Experience in ad tech and media supply technologies, with portfolio experience in ad tech, programmatic, or campaign management.
• Hands-on experience with SSPs and DSPs for modern media architecture.
• Proven ability to solve multi-market complexities and simplify campaign activations.
• Customer-focused mindset, with experience in product/solution development and leading cross-functional teams.
• Curiosity about industry trends and future opportunities.
• Strong communication skills to influence stakeholders and simplify complex concepts.
• Experience working with clients to develop media solutions is preferred.

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