Associate Director, Global Operations Client Leadership Full Time

About WPP MediaWPP 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.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.2185 – Associate Director, Global Operations Client LeadershipAbout WPP MediaWPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.comFor more information, visit wppmedia.com.Reports to: Global Head of Brand MediaThe roleThis is an incredible opportunity for a creative and forward-thinking media professional to step up as a trusted partner to clients and a key leader within the WPP family.You’ll be joining the adidas global team, playing a vital role in driving one of the most exciting and cutting-edge media transformation projects in the industry. Your main focus will be supporting our global and local teams, ensuring we meet the demands of this by making the best use of tools, guidance, and streamlining both internal and external processes.Here’s why this role is so exciting:You’ll work with one of the biggest and most iconic sports brands in the world.You’ll collaborate with an incredibly diverse and international team across WPP and adidas globallyYou’ll have the chance to build a world-class operations function that sets the standard for the industry.This role is all about ensuring the quality of the work and support we deliver to adidas, making sure key initiatives are effectively rolled out across markets, and overseeing the process and systems that make it all happen. You’ll also play a big part in helping the team showcase the impact of their work, while offering fresh ideas and leadership on how the operations function can continue to support adidas’ ongoing success.If you’re ready to take on a role that’s dynamic, impactful, and full of opportunities to grow, this could be the perfect fit for you!AccountabilitiesReporting & Media Tools – Taking ownership of the accuracy and quality of reporting and media tools usageCoordinate and support market engagement programLead adidas Open rollout and ongoing supportShowcasing the progress of the global team and value delivered to adidas People Management – Managing a team of two individuals, including setting roles & responsibilities, personal growth plans, control of deliverables, and motivation.Commercial Support – support the global commercial team with requestsWorking with regional markets, local teams & global teams to ensure there is consistency in workflows across all segments and marketsCompliance & Governance – ensure all operations processes comply with company policies and industry standardsPersonal AttributesUnderstanding of the media toolsPrevious media planning experience is preferred or at least understanding of media planning workflows is requiredExcellent written & oral communications skillsOperational experience is essential.Project management experience is essential.Strong organizational skills are essential.Proficiency in people management and development.Significant and relevant working in an agency or similarUnderstanding of the end-to-end campaign delivery process is essentialStrong project management and stakeholder management skills are essentialTeam management and accessible, collaborative leadership styleExperienced in root cause problem analysis, leading, tracking and reporting on continuous improvement initiativesLife At WPP Media & BenefitsOur 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. 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