Business Manager
Job Summary
About WPP Media
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the worlds leading brands. With exceptional talent trusted data and intelligence and world-class partnerships all united by ourpioneeringagentic marketing platform WPP Open we help clients navigate change capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.
WPP Media is WPPs 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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About WPP Media
WPP 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 Media is WPPs global media 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
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:
- BeExtraordinarybyLeading CollectivelytoInspire transformational Creativity.
- Create anOpenenvironment byBalancing People and Client ExperiencesbyCultivating Trust.
- LeadOptimisticallybyChampioning Growthand DevelopmenttoMobilize the Enterprise.
Role Summary & Impact:
We are currently looking for an Associate Business Director to join this role you will be responsible for managing client relationships and leading strategic account planning across multiple disciplines to deliver integrated communication solutions that drive business growth. You will work closely with clients and internal teams to identify opportunities shape effective strategies and ensure seamless execution of plans that meet business and marketing objective.
This role reports to: Business Director
- Opportunity to work with leading brands and senior client stakeholders.
- Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation learning and growth.
- Play a key role in shaping business strategies and driving client success.
- Build strong relationships with clients internal teams and key partners.
- Develop a thorough understanding of client business objectives and agency processes.
- Ensure compliance with all operational and quality standards.
- Independently lead client meetings and business reviews.
- Identify opportunities to improve performance and drive greater value for clients.
- Demonstrate strong communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Take ownership of strategic initiatives and key client relationships.
- Contribute to business growth through cross-selling and new opportunities.
- Develop leadership capabilities and prepare for progression to the next level.
- Manage and strengthen relationships with clients acting as a trusted business partner.
- Lead the development and execution of strategic solutions aligned with client objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery of projects and campaigns.
- Drive business performance through strategic planning analysis and optimization.
- Identify opportunities for growth and develop recommendations that create value for clients and the agency.
- Support commercial planning resource management and profitability objectives.
- Lead client presentations business reviews and strategic discussions.
- Ensure delivery excellence quality standards and achievement of agreed KPIs.
- Manage stakeholder relationships across clients partners and internal teams.
- Mentor and develop team members fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Support new business initiatives pitches and revenue-generating opportunities.
- Keep senior leadership informed of key developments risks and opportunities within the business.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective negotiation and relationship-building skills.
- Leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams.
- A proactive collaborative and results-oriented mindset.
- Bachelors or masters degree in business administration Marketing Media Sciences Communications or a related field.
- 7 years of relevant experience in client management strategy planning account management or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and leading cross-functional teams.
- Strong track record of driving business growth operational excellence and client satisfaction
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 vision and dental insurance significant paid time off employee wellbeing facilities 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 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.
About Pakistan
WPP Media Pakistan is the leading global media investment management operation in Pakistan. We see major growth coming on Digital platforms with internet penetration growing to 162 million broadband users and 158 million 3G/4G subscribers. Social media platforms have also grown substantially in Pakistan where Facebook stands at 52 million subscribers and Tik Tok has replaced Instagram to become the most penetrated social platform. While the digitalization of the market is happening at a fast pace it has also opened up opportunities for specializations like e-commerce Digital Content Video Planning solutions Technology and Data & Analytics in Pakistan.
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