Programmatic Associate Director – UK Lead

United States Digital Space LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical insurance

Group retirement plans

Vision and dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking an Associate Director, Programmatic for the UK to lead programmatic media strategy and execution across multiple markets. You will oversee teams, optimize campaigns, and drive strategic partnerships with major platforms.

The role requires strong leadership, deep programmatic knowledge (DV360, YouTube Ads), and a track record of delivering integrated digital campaigns across countries. This is a hybrid role with office presence in the UK.

Qualifications

• Oversee programmatic accounts with proactive optimization.
• Own financial and commercial aspects of programmatic work.
• Partner with the Social/Cross-Channel Director for integrated strategy.
• Mentor team members and shape career development.
• Collaborate with Reservation Media and Investment teams on emerging platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead programmatic accounts across multiple markets.
• Drive optimization opportunities and revenue growth.
• Support transformation projects in AdTech.
• Provide consultative guidance to local territories.

Skills

Programmatic leadership

DV360

YouTube Ads

Cross-market planning

Mentoring teams

Campaign optimization

Tools

Google Campaign Manager

DoubleClick

Trade Desk

AppNexus

Job description

WPP Media is seeking an Associate Director, Programmatic for the UK to lead programmatic media strategy and execution across multiple markets. You will oversee teams, optimize campaigns, and drive strategic partnerships with major platforms.

The role requires strong leadership, deep programmatic knowledge (DV360, YouTube Ads), and a track record of delivering integrated digital campaigns across countries. This is a hybrid role with office presence in the UK.