VP Data Science

div class= content-intro p strong WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. nbsp; /strong /p p strong 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. nbsp; /strong br strong nbsp; /strong br strong We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. /strong br strong nbsp; /strong br strong Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. nbsp; /strong br strong nbsp; /strong br strong For more information, visit a href= https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F amp;data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C amp;sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D amp;reserved=0 target= _blank WPP.com. /a /strong br strong nbsp; /strong /p /div h3 /h3 h3 span style= text-decoration: underline; strong About the role: /strong /span /h3 p class= isSelectedEnd We’re looking for a strong VP, Strategic Data Science /strong to lead the strategic data-science capability within our strong Open Intelligence Solutions (OIS) /strong domain. /p p class= isSelectedEnd This is a newly defined senior leadership role for someone who can combine strong deep data-science expertise with strong media, marketing and commercial understanding /strong . You’ll sit at the intersection of data science, product, clients and commercial strategy, turning complex data and business challenges into advanced modelling approaches, actionable insights and scalable analytical solutions. /p p class= isSelectedEnd You’ll shape how we use data science to understand audiences and consumer behaviour, improve measurement and forecasting, automate consumer research, generate insight and develop synthetic populations and panels. /p p class= isSelectedEnd This is not a role focused solely on technical delivery. You’ll be a senior strategic partner to clients and internal stakeholders, helping define strong what we should build, why it matters and how data science can create measurable business value /strong . /p h3 span style= text-decoration: underline; What you’ll do: /span /h3 h4 Lead our strategic data-science capability /h4 ul data-spread= false li Own the vision, strategy and operating model for data science across domain intelligence solutions. /li li Set best practices and standards for how advanced analytics supports client, product and commercial priorities. /li li Lead the development of audience definition, segmentation and behavioural modelling approaches. /li li Translate complex data into actionable audience and consumer intelligence. /li li Turn client needs and commercial opportunities into clear modelling roadmaps, analytical frameworks and reusable solutions. /li /ul h4 Drive measurement, forecasting and insight /h4 ul data-spread= false li Establish best practices across measurement, media effectiveness and insight generation. /li li Lead forecasting and predictive analytics across audience, consumer and media intelligence use cases. /li li Develop and scale consumer-research automation approaches that increase the speed, consistency and depth of insight. /li li Lead the development of strong synthetic populations and synthetic panels /strong , ensuring methodologies are credible, interpretable and commercially useful. /li li Ensure analytical approaches are rigorous, explainable and capable of being applied across real client challenges. /li /ul h4 Partner with clients and lead teams /h4 ul data-spread= false li Act as a senior client and stakeholder partner, shaping solutions that have clear commercial relevance. /li li Work closely with Product, Commercial, Consumer Research, Measurement, Forecasting, Audience Strategy and Applied Data Science teams. /li li Provide strategic direction across flagship data-science initiatives. /li li Lead and develop senior applied data scientists working across audience and segmentation modelling, consumer and media intelligence, forecasting, predictive analytics, synthetic populations and panels, and media effectiveness. /li li Set quality standards that ensure our work is rigorous, scalable, reusable and commercially valuable. /li /ul h3 span style= text-decoration: underline; What we’re looking for: /span /h3 p class= isSelectedEnd We’re looking for an experienced data-science leader who can operate comfortably between strong strategy, technology and commercial delivery /strong . /p p class= isSelectedEnd You’ll bring: /p ul data-spread= false li Significant experience leading strong data science, advanced analytics or applied data-science teams /strong . /li li Strong expertise in areas such as strong audience modelling, segmentation, behavioural modelling, forecasting, predictive analytics, measurement or consumer intelligence /strong . /li li Deep understanding of strong media, marketing and/or advertising /strong , with the ability to apply data science to real-world commercial challenges. /li li Experience translating complex client or business problems into practical analytical solutions. /li li A track record of developing methodologies, frameworks or analytical products that can be scaled and reused. /li li Strong understanding of measurement and media effectiveness. /li li Experience working with senior clients and stakeholders and communicating complex technical concepts in a clear, commercially relevant way. /li li The ability to provide strategic direction while remaining close enough to the technical detail to challenge assumptions and maintain high standards. /li li Strong leadership skills, with experience developing senior data-science talent. /li /ul p nbsp; /p p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong Who you are: /strong /span /p p strong You're open em : /em /strong We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. /p p strong You're optimistic em : /em /strong span id= 628d56ad5d8a35dab853e65d9daa237c class= editor-module-hl-green-solid We believe /span in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. /p p strong You're extraordinary: /strong we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day. /p p nbsp; /p p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong What we'll give you: /strong /span /p p strong Passionate, inspired people /strong – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. /p p strong Scale and opportunity /strong – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. /p p strong Challenging and stimulating work /strong – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? /p p span style= color: rgb(236, 240, 241); #LI-Hybrid nbsp; /span /p div class= content-conclusion p strong 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 accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. /strong /p p strong WPP 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. /strong /p h4 strong Please read our Privacy Notice ( a href= https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment /a ) for more information on how we process the information you provide. /strong /h4 /div Find Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow