Strategy Director, Media Strategy — Hybrid, Data-Driven Growth

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

Job summary

WPP Media in the UK is seeking a Strategy Director for Media Strategy to shape client communications and lead data-driven storytelling across ATL and digital channels. You will advise senior client teams and guide media planning with rigorous insights, working to elevate measurement and impact.

This senior role involves managing senior stakeholders, developing strategic narratives, and fostering cross-team collaboration to deliver award-worthy campaigns and innovative results.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to articulate client challenges and translate into actionable media planning guidance.
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior clients and internal teams.
• Understanding of media effectiveness and performance measurement best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic responses and data-driven insights for pitches and client work.
• Deliver internal strategic programs, training, and foster agency creativity and innovation.
• Present work in agency forums, run brainstorms, and develop award entries.
• Stay current with trends and contribute thought leadership and external events.

Skills

ATL media

Digital media

Strategic partner

Stakeholder relations

Effectiveness knowledge

Creativity

Job description

WPP Media in the UK is seeking a Strategy Director for Media Strategy to shape client communications and lead data-driven storytelling across ATL and digital channels. You will advise senior client teams and guide media planning with rigorous insights, working to elevate measurement and impact.

This senior role involves managing senior stakeholders, developing strategic narratives, and fostering cross-team collaboration to deliver award-worthy campaigns and innovative results.