Senior Associate, Media Planning, UK

div class= content-intro p strong About WPP Media /strong /p p 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. /p p 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. /p p For more information, visit a href= wppmedia.com wppmedia.com /a . /p /div p strong 3783 - Senior Associate, Media Planning, UK /strong /p p strong Role Summary and Impact /strong /p p data-ccp-props= { quot;335551550 quot;:1, quot;335551620 quot;:1, quot;335559683 quot;:0, quot;335559685 quot;:0, quot;335559731 quot;:0, quot;335559737 quot;:0, quot;335562764 quot;:2, quot;335562765 quot;:1.15, quot;335562766 quot;:4, quot;335562767 quot;:0, quot;335562768 quot;:4, quot;335562769 quot;:0} span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none The strong Senior Associate, Media Planning /strong nbsp;is an essential engine within the MFG Media Planning team, responsible for driving day-to-day campaign tactical planning work across end-to-end (E2E) processes and tools. /span /p p data-ccp-props= { quot;335551550 quot;:1, quot;335551620 quot;:1, quot;335559683 quot;:0, quot;335559685 quot;:0, quot;335559731 quot;:0, quot;335559737 quot;:0, quot;335562764 quot;:2, quot;335562765 quot;:1.15, quot;335562766 quot;:4, quot;335562767 quot;:0, quot;335562768 quot;:4, quot;335562769 quot;:0} span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none In this role, you will ensure all media deliverables are accurate, timely, and comprehensive—moving beyond just the “what” to understand and communicate the “why.” As a multi-tasking professional, you will execute core media operations with increasing independence, spot emerging trends and patterns across campaign data, and actively partner with cross-functional disciplines to help craft solutions and recommended next steps. br /span /p p data-ccp-props= { quot;335551550 quot;:1, quot;335551620 quot;:1, quot;335559683 quot;:0, quot;335559685 quot;:0, quot;335559731 quot;:0, quot;335559737 quot;:0, quot;335562764 quot;:2, quot;335562765 quot;:1.15, quot;335562766 quot;:4, quot;335562767 quot;:0, quot;335562768 quot;:4, quot;335562769 quot;:0} nbsp; /p p data-ccp-props= { quot;335551550 quot;:1, quot;335551620 quot;:1, quot;335559683 quot;:0, quot;335559685 quot;:0, quot;335559731 quot;:0, quot;335559737 quot;:0, quot;335562764 quot;:2, quot;335562765 quot;:1, quot;335562766 quot;:4, quot;335562767 quot;:12, quot;335562768 quot;:4, quot;335562769 quot;:0} strong span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Key Responsibilities: /span /strong ​ /p p ​Tactical Planning amp; Operational Excellence /p ul li End-to-End Media Execution: Drive day-to-end planning tasks, including audience research, media plan matrix management, creative spec collation, trafficking coordination, and financial reconciliation. /li li Tool amp; Process Proficiency: Utilize core agency and planning platforms (e.g., GWI, Olive, PFC, ad servers) with speed and precision. /li li Quality Assurance (QA): Ensure operational accuracy across campaign setups, tracking tags, media briefs, and billing milestones before deliverables go out. /li li Time amp; Priority Management: Manage your own daily schedule effectively, prioritizing tasks to consistently meet and exceed deadlines across concurrent campaigns. /li /ul p Cross-Functional Collaboration amp; Communication /p ul li Internal Team Partnership: Foster strong collaborative relationships with key discipline counterparts—including Client Services (CS), Activation, Analytics, and Ad Operations. /li li Cross-Discipline Alignment: Proactively initiate conversations across internal teams to troubleshoot issues, gather required inputs, and ensure seamless handoffs. /li li Lateral Management: Work laterally within the pod/discipline team to ensure alignment on campaign milestones and shared project timelines. /li /ul p Meeting Support amp; Accountable Follow-Through /p ul li Meeting Contribution: Actively participate in internal campaign, tactical, and status meetings. /li li Action Item Ownership: Partner with Planning Managers to accurately capture meeting notes, open questions, and agreed next steps. /li li Resolution Driver: Take accountability for following up on assigned media actions and liaising with stakeholders to obtain timely answers. /li /ul p Reporting, Data QA amp; Emerging Insights /p ul li Reporting Pull amp; Verification: Own the compilation and rigorous data QA of regular reporting deliverables (e.g., weekly pacing/performance, DCA inputs). /li li Pattern Recognition: Answer tactical, campaign-level questions (e.g., data source timing, pacing variances) and begin identifying noteworthy trends in performance data. /li li Solution-Oriented Thinking: Help outline initial observations and potential solutions for campaign hurdles alongside your Planning Manager. /li /ul p Continuous Learning amp; Self-Growth /p ul li Category amp; Discipline Fluency: Deepen your understanding of client Product Areas (PAs), historical campaign performance, competitive context, and audience dynamics. /li li Communication Skills: Continuously refine both written and verbal communication to present technical media details clearly and concisely. /li /ul p nbsp; /p p strong span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none What Success Looks Like in this Role /span /strong /p ul li span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none I /span span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none ndependence amp; Reliability: Accomplishes assigned workflows with high autonomy while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and zero-defect accuracy. /span /li li span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Analytical Curiosity: Proactively asks why did this happen? rather than solely compiling raw data, beginning to connect data points into actionable insights. /span /li li span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Proactive Communication: Flags potential roadblocks or timing risks early with suggested workarounds rather than waiting for escalation. /span strong span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none br /span /strong /li /ul p nbsp; /p p strong span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Qualifications amp; Requirements /span /strong ​ /p ul li data-charcodes= 9679 data-font= Raleway,sans-serif data-buautonum= 8 data-margin= 720 data-aria-posinset= 22 data-aria-level= 1 span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Experience: 1–2+ years of hands-on media agency experience, preferably within digital media planning, media operations, or campaign management. /span /li li data-charcodes= 9679 data-font= Raleway,sans-serif data-buautonum= 8 data-margin= 720 data-aria-posinset= 22 data-aria-level= 1 span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Tools amp; Platforms: Experience with audience profiling and media research tools (e.g., GWI) and media finance/planning platforms (e.g., Olive, Mediaocean, or equivalent enterprise planning software). /span /li li data-charcodes= 9679 data-font= Raleway,sans-serif data-buautonum= 8 data-margin= 720 data-aria-posinset= 22 data-aria-level= 1 span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Analytical Acumen: Strong proficiency in Google Sheets / Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data reconciliation). /span /li li data-charcodes= 9679 data-font= Raleway,sans-serif data-buautonum= 8 data-margin= 720 data-aria-posinset= 22 data-aria-level= 1 span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Organizational Skills: Proven ability to multitask and manage competing deadlines across multiple workstreams without sacrificing quality. /span /li li data-charcodes= 9679 data-font= Raleway,sans-serif data-buautonum= 8 data-margin= 720 data-aria-posinset= 22 data-aria-level= 1 span data-scheme-color= @000000,13, data-usefontface= true data-contrast= none Interpersonal Skills: Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills; collaborative mindset with an eagerness to learn and share knowledge. /span /li /ul p nbsp; /p p strong span data-contrast= none Life at WPP Media amp; Benefits /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} nbsp; /span /p p span data-contrast= none Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-contrast= none Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-contrast= none Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-contrast= none Championing Growth and Development /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-contrast= none for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media amp; WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-ccp-props= {} nbsp; /span /p p span data-contrast= none We /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-contrast= none Create an Open environment /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-contrast= none 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. /span span data-contrast= none /span span data-ccp-props= {} nbsp; /span /p p span data-contrast= none 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. 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