Director, Data Strategy

About WPP Media

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About WPPs Data Technology & Analytics team (DTA)

DTA is WPPs global data products and technology company. Were on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation.

We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology data and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through our unique data advantage in Open Intelligence and Open our AI-enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising.

Were endlessly curious. Our team of thinkers builders creators and problem solvers are over 1000 strong across 20 markets around the world.

Role Summary and Impact

DTA is seeking a Director to join our Data Strategy community and work as a senior part of the Wavemaker data strategy team focusing on key clients: Reckitt Jet2 Colgate and Danone.

Data Strategy involves transforming the way our clients think about organize and orchestrate data & technology to deliver more timely engaging and meaningful brand experience for their customers.

This role will report into the VP Data Strategy for Wavemaker and line manage 1 to 2 Data Strategy Managers.

The main impact of this role will be to develop our relationships with these key clients through excellent and transformative data strategy work.

The main focus area of this role are:

Data-led audience design;

• Using the datasets and technology available to each client lead and oversee the delivery of test trial and strategy recommendations across paid media campaigns on addressable channels.
• Working closely with the media planning and activation teams to put enhanced data solutions at the heart of execution.

Technology Consultancy;

• Act as a champion for Open Intelligence and Infosum solutions developing opportunities for clients to engage and adopt

Innovation

• Support the development of AI-based tools to automate or streamline key functions within data strategy practice

Management

• This role oversees the work and development of 1 to 2 Data Strategy Managers.
  
  

A bit about yourself:

• Deep interest in Media & Technology: An understanding of and desire to learn more about data products AI technology and trends within the advertising and marketing industry with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Customer Focus: A relentless focus on client success with a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences and driving long-term relationships.
• Communication and Presentation Skills: Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills as this role hinges on effective interaction with clients and agency partners.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders in a matrixed environment
• years digital agency-side working on a data-led role either agency vendor or client side with a strong emphasis on digital paid media.
• Highly developed interpersonal team building and relationship management skills
• CPG experience preferable but not required
• Understanding of the importance of privacy first media and what that means for how we need to do things differently

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.

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