Global Strategy Manager

Wppmedia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical insurance

Group retirement plans

Paid time off

Preferential partner discounts

Employee mental health awareness days

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking a Global Strategy Manager to join a dedicated strategy and innovation team. The role involves collaborating with the Global Strategy Director to develop global media strategies for Unilever Foods and guiding local markets in implementation.

Successful candidates should have a proven track record in media roles, strong communication skills, and ideally, fluency in a second language. The position offers competitive benefits and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience with high-profile global brands and award-winning campaigns.
• Familiarity with research tools and media landscapes.
• Strong presentation and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Unilever Global Brand and Media Teams.
• Support the Global Strategy Director to develop strategies.
• Create audience and channel insights with specialists.

Skills

Proven track record in media roles

Excellence in communication

Fluency in a second language

Knowledge of media owners and partners

Job description

Global Strategy Manager – WPP Media

We are looking for a high performing Global Strategy Manager who will be part of a dedicated strategy and innovation team, working with the Global Strategy Director to develop global media strategies for Unilever Foods, as well as working with the local markets to guide local implementation and share best practice and learning.

Principal Accountabilities

• Key day‑to‑day strategy interface for Unilever Global Brand and Media Teams as well as relevant creative agency partners
• Support the Global Strategy Director in developing global communication strategies, collaborating with local markets to inform creative development and local media implementation
• Work with specialist functions within Mindshare WW, especially insights and innovation specialists, to create compelling audience and channel insights

Skills and Experience

• Proven track record of working in local, regional and global media roles for high‑profile global brands, producing industry‑leading and award‑winning campaigns
• Mindshare knowledge: awareness and understanding of research tools, including Mindshare proprietary tools, syndicated services and publicly available data
• Partners and suppliers: up‑to‑date knowledge of media owners, content owners, production agencies, research companies and other suppliers that Mindshare or our clients can partner with
• General skills: excellence in communication, presentation and team building; fluency in a second language is preferred given the global footprint of Unilever
• Key attributes
  • Curious – about humans, what makes them tick, what makes them connect, about channels, new, old and changing, always asking how we can break the mould of how things may have been
  • Creative – always looking for new and exciting ways to bring brands to audiences, for the extra spark or stretch in the plan that may not be expected
  • Challenging – to themselves and others to consider if there is a new way, a better way or an uncharted way to solve business challenges

Location and Work Arrangement

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

Benefits

Competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

EEO Statement

WPP Media is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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.