Aimed at entry-level to mid-level marketing professionals who thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments and are eager to learn AI-driven campaign management.
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Original posting from WPP Media via Greenhouse
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 our pioneering agentic 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.
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3586 - Associate, Clients, GCS
Role Summary and Impact
ABOUT WPP & OPENDOOR
WPP have developed a global client practice for WPP’s largest clients and deliver the best of WPP. Each team is custom-built around a client’s specific needs and challenges, providing easy access to the right capabilities. And that’s why we built OpenDoor for Amazon.
OpenDoor is a unique integration of the best of WPP and Amazon – building on their respective strengths and visions.
OpenDoor spans across all WPP agencies and disciplines such as media, business consultancy, communications and brand strategy, tech and commerce, public relations, and production.
OpenDoor’s values are built from Amazon’s own 16 Leadership Principles, and WPP’s core values of Open, Optimistic and Extraordinary.
By joining OpenDoor, not only are you joining a cross-function team partnering with one of WPP’s top five global clients, but you are also taking a step to work on amazing opportunities in marketing, tech, media, business, and creativity.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are searching for an enthusiastic individual to join our OpenDoor team as an Account Executive. This is a full-time position based in London. The role will report to the Regional Client Manager Europe based in Düsseldorf, for XCM.
XCM is Amazon’s Cross-Channel Marketing division, delivering all communications for Amazon.com, including large tentpole campaigns such as Black Friday and Prime Day. XCM is the largest business division within Amazon, and Europe is the largest region supported by the OpenDoor team.
As a new Account Executive, you don't need to know it all yet. You will learn the tools, the terminology and the teams. With regular 1-to-1s and access to the world-class WPP Media University, we'll give you everything you need to succeed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Regional Client Manager in managing day-to-day client requests, projects and workstreams
Develop direct client exposure through weekly calls and campaign performance reviews, supporting the preparation of updates and reporting
Learn the fundamentals of effective campaign management including updating schematics, checking media plans before they go to clients, and working with other teams and partners
Follow campaign QA and go-live processes, applying structured checks before launch and throughout delivery
Develop your ability to interpret media delivery data, and communicate what the numbers are telling you
Assist with financial processes e.g. PO trackers, bookings, reconciliations, queries.
Champion ways to integrate WPP's proprietary AI platform Open across XCM and the wider team.
Skills and Experience
Good organizational skills: can run tasks independently, manage multiple tasks, with strong attention to detail
Good communication skills: listens actively and summarizes important points to confirm understanding
Collaborative behaviour: Shows respect for the team, accepts constructive feedback, contributes to a positive atmosphere
Have a basic understanding and competence in MS Office – PowerPoint, Word and Excel
BONUS POINTS
A positive attitude: willingness to input into new projects and learn new areas
A curiosity for Amazon, and trends in the media and marketing industry
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.
We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.
Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location
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Source: WPP Media careers (Greenhouse)