Senior Account Manager, Solutions Planning

About WPP Media

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1985 - Solutions Planning Senior Account Manager

Role Summary and Impact

About WPP Media Solutions

WPP Media Solutions sits at the heart of WPPs media data technology and performance ecosystem bringing together best-in-class planning activation data and commerce capabilities to solve complex client growth challenges. Working across WPPs agency brands and specialist units Media Solutions is designed to deliver integrated future-proofed media strategies that are people-first privacy-safe and outcomes-driven.

In 2026 WPP Media Solutions continues to lead the industry in applying AI-enabled planning advanced measurement and cross-channel innovation to help brands connect with audiences in meaningful measurable ways.

Role Overview

The Senior Account Manager is responsible for ensuring the gold standard delivery of client campaigns audience strategy and all supporting collateral across the agency patch. This role involves leading educational sessions developing Account Managers (AMs) and maintaining an exemplary knowledge of products and solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the media landscape and will be adept at strategic decision-making with senior agency planners and independent will lead by example and ensure every client interaction with us is a positive one resulting in continued growth for all.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campaign Management:Oversee the delivery of campaigns and brief responses ensuring high standards across the agency patch.
• Team Development:Mentor and develop AMs fostering their growthenhancing their capabilitiesand ensuring we are collectively working towards delivering our objectives.
• Educational Leadership:Lead agency surgeries and education sessions to share knowledge and best practices.
• Product Expertise:Maintain an exemplary understanding of products and solutions and apply this knowledge to address key client business challenges with a view to continuous innovation and improvement.
• Client Engagement:Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients understanding their business challenges and providing strategic solutionsresultingin trusted long term relationships and business growth.

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media we believe in the power of our culture and our people. Its what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Medias shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Core role competencies:

Strategic & Commercial Acumen:

• Proven experience in agency or account management with a strong understanding of the media market dynamics and competition.
• Ability to manage sales pipelines forecast revenue and apply data insights to solve client business challenges.
• Strategic decision-making and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on achieving team and personal goals.

Client & Relationship Management:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills capable of building and maintaining long-standing valuable relationships with clients and agencies.
• A track record of establishing high levels of client satisfaction adept at navigating challenging conversations and proactive problem mitigation.

Leadership & Professional Excellence:

• Demonstrable ability to work independently lead by example and maintain high standards across all tasks.
• Experience in positively managing or mentoring team members and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Energetic resilient and proactive with a keen eye for detail in media booking finance and delivery processes.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Organisational & Cultural Fit:

• Meticulous attention to detail ensuring compliance with established guidelines and contributing to continuous improvement.
• A proactive learner keen to stay updated with industry trends and a positive contributor to wider company initiatives.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work and were 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 were together fostering creativity collaboration and connection. Thats why weve 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 this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location

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