Associate, Clients

Wppmedia; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Mental health days

Paid time off

Job summary

WPP Media Hong Kong is seeking a motivated Associate, Clients to join our client team. In this foundational role, you will support full media planning and buying cycles, ensure accurate campaign execution, and help develop integrated media plans across digital, social, and traditional channels.

You will manage day-to-day campaign activities, work with internal peers and senior staff, and serve as a reliable client contact, coordinating with media vendors to gather proposals and deliver results

Qualifications

• University degree in any discipline; marketing, advertising, or communications preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in a media planning or digital media role, preferably within a media agency.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and fundamentals of media planning and buying.
• Experience with or ability to learn industry tools like Sizmek, Campaign Manager 360, and admanGo.
• High attention to detail, strong numerical aptitude, and ability to interpret data for insights.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Media Plan Development & Research: Gather data and market information to develop foundational media plans across digital, social, and traditional channels.
• Campaign Execution & Management: Oversee day-to-day campaign management, setup, trafficking, and timely launches within budget.
• Data Management & Performance Analysis: Monitor live campaigns, compile data, and draft regular performance reports with insights.
• Team Collaboration & External Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams and vendors, serve as client contact, gather proposals.

Skills

Media planning

Digital media

Analytical skills

Excel & PowerPoint

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

University degree

Tools

Sizmek

Campaign Manager 360

admanGo

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

Role Summary and Impact

WPP Media Hong Kong is seeking a motivated professional to join our client team as an Associate, Clients. In this foundational role, you will be a key contributor to the full media planning and buying cycle. You will provide essential operational support, ensure the accurate execution of campaign tasks, and develop integrated media plans. Furthermore, you will manage day-to-day campaign activities, build a strong understanding of media tools and processes, and serve as a reliable point of contact for clients to ensure smooth coordination and effective delivery.

Core Responsibilities:

Media Plan Development & Research: Gather competitive data, media landscape information, and relevant market research. Develop foundational media plans and recommendations across digital, social, and traditional channels based on client briefs and strategic direction.

Campaign Execution & Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of media campaigns, ensuring they are executed flawlessly, on schedule, and within budget. Assist with campaign setup, ad trafficking, and the generation of tracking links to ensure timely launches.

Data Management & Performance Analysis: Monitor live campaigns and accurately compile data from various platforms for regular performance reports. Analyze performance data to identify initial insights and trends, and assist with financial processes, including billing and reconciliation.

Team Collaboration & External Coordination: Work closely with internal peers and senior staff to ensure all operational aspects of media campaigns are handled efficiently. Serve as a day-to-day contact for designated clients, managing their requests and communications, and liaise directly with media vendors to gather information and secure proposals.

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Required Skills & Experience:

• University degree in any discipline; marketing, advertising, or communications preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in a media planning or digital media role, preferably within a media agency (fresh graduates with a strong desire to build a career in media and relevant internship experience are welcome).
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and the fundamentals of media planning and buying.
• Experience with, or a strong capacity to learn, industry tools such as ad-serving platforms (e.g., Sizmek, Campaign Manager 360) and competitive monitoring tools (e.g., admanGo).
• High attention to detail, strong numerical aptitude, and proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide initial insights.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive, eager-to-learn attitude paired with excellent communication skills and growing confidence in client interactions.
• Fluency in spoken and written English, Cantonese, and Mandarin

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Familiarity with digital marketing or social media platforms.
• Basic knowledge of SEM and/or programmatic platforms.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of WPP Media brands and capabilities.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

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.

We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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