Senior Integrated Project Manager

Ogilvy Social.Lab South Africa; Johannesburg, Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogilvy Social.Lab South Africa is seeking a Senior Integrated Project Manager to supervise and deliver key digital projects for international brands. This pivotal role involves managing project teams and client relationships to ensure the highest standards of quality and satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong digital marketing background, with at least 5 years of project management experience, working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Join a globally connected team and contribute to impactful projects!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management in a digital marketing context.
• 3+ years in a project management role within an agency, with at least 2 years managing a team.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project execution and manage client expectations.
• Lead and mentor project teams while ensuring quality outcomes.
• Develop strategic reports on campaign performance and market trends.

Skills

Project management

Digital marketing

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Asana

Monday.com

Jira

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cape Town, WC, South Africa; Johannesburg, GP, South Africa

Ogilvy Social Lab, part of WPP, is setting global benchmarks in digital marketing and is driven by offering our expertise to both local and international clients through a multi-market footprint.

We have enabled ‘borderless ways of working’, operating as connected teams and providing Creative, Content, Media and Intelligence capabilities to Ogilvy agencies and clients in more than 20 countries.

Join our globally connected team and work on challenging projects that transcend borders. Embrace a career that takes you to new horizons and make a global impact!

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company –powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

We are looking for a Senior Integrated Project Manager

Ogilvy Social.Lab seeks an experienced Senior Integrated Project Manager with a strong digital background to lead and grow key international brands.

The Project Manager at Ogilvy Social.Lab is a pivotal leadership role within the Client Service team. You will oversee and manage the successful execution of projects and client deliverables, ensuring seamless project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of quality, client satisfaction, and client growth. You will manage a team of members across multiple disciplines mainly content, intelligence and media, guiding them to meet client deliverables and success. This role requires a deep understanding of digital project management principles, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to navigate complex projects and client relationships. Ideally, candidates will have 5+ years of experience.

Project Delivery & Client Management:

• Oversee execution, coordination, and delivery across Media, Content, and/or Intelligence, ensuring timelines, deadlines, and budget objectives are met.
• Understand project briefs and objectives, managing timelines, resources, and scope to deliver successful, quality outcomes on time and within budget.
• Manage client expectations and communication effectively, building trust with key client stakeholders.
• Manage external stakeholder expectations and communication effectively.
• Lead case study development and contribute to building strong client relationships.
• Manage change requests, assess their impact on project objectives, and implement changes efficiently.
• Manage the internal team from an operational workflow.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, providing guidance and support for their growth.
• Foster a positive and collaborative project team environment, focusing on individual growth and skill development of direct reports.
• Champion the vision within project teams and ensure project alignment with C2 vision.

Innovation & Process Improvement:

• Candidate needs to be open to working with AI workflows and integration across a campaign lifetime.
• Identify process improvements and innovative delivery approaches.
• Drive best practice initiatives and explore/implement new project management tools/techniques.
• Encourage experimentation and continuous improvement within the team.
• Manage project resources and budgets across multiple projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Monitor project profitability and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Manage SOWs and client revenue/finance functions.
• Manage Work in Progress (WIP) adjustments and support revenue forecasting for the portfolio.
• Analyse financial performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Manage all the internal finance administrative duties such as WIP notes, reconciliation documentation, generating PQs, POs and invoices.
• Ensure efficient project delivery and accurate tracking of time and effort.

Role Requirements:

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

Reporting & Analysis:

• Develop and deliver strategic client reports, providing insights into campaign performance, market trends, and competitive activity.
• Proactively monitor industry trends and share relevant insights with clients and internal teams.

Desired Skills & Experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a project management role within an agency setting, with at least 2 years of experience managing a team.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing across content creation, media, and strategy/intelligence.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Jira) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with budget management and financial reporting.
• Understanding of Ogilvy's values and culture.