Project Manager

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy part of WPP has been creating impact for brands through iconic culture-changing value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity innovating at the intersections of its advertising public relations relationship design consulting and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC signifying its ability todeliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information visit and follow us on LinkedInXInstagram and Facebook.

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Project Manager
Consumer PR

Department: Consumer PR
Location: London
Contracttype: 12-Month Fixed Term
Full Time/Part time: Full Time
Reporting into: Client Partner

About Ogilvy:

Ogilvy UK has been creating iconic ideas that deliver impact at scale for clients ever since David Ogilvy founded the company in 1948. The agency specialises in bringing together brand advertising customer experience marketing PR influence and consulting all fuelled by Behavioural Science. Our world-class award-winning creative campaigns deliver solutions for clients including Sainsburys Lloyds Banking Group Madri Unilever and Mondelēz International.

Ogilvys influencer marketing practice is the largest globally; we are proud to be the most awarded influencer agency for six years running and the recipient of the Cannes Grand Prix for Social & Creator for two consecutive years.

Ogilvy UK also hosts the worlds biggest festival of behavioural science and creativity Nudgestock which is now in its 12th year. James Murphy is the CEO of Ogilvy Group UK which includes Ogilvy UK and New Commercial Arts (NCA) a boutique creative agency he co-founded in 2020 recently acquired by WPP.

Ready to be the driving force behind global creative campaigns As a Project Manager at Ogilvy you are the operational engine that turns brilliant ideas into flawlessly executed work. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and proactive project coordinator to step up and take ownership of complex multi-market projects.

Youll be the central hub connecting our cross-functional teams managing timelines and ensuring the work were famous for is delivered on time on budget and to the highest standard. If you thrive on collaboration and are guided by doing the right thing doing the best work of your life and doing it together we want to hear from you.

• Own the timeline:Develop manage and communicate clear project plans for multi-market campaigns ensuring every milestone is met from initial brief to final delivery.
• Be the central hub:Act as the main point of contact for our local market teams expertly managing their requests coordinating asset localisation and ensuring seamless collaboration.
• Master the workflow:Manage the flow of creative assets ensuring everything is tracked routed for review and delivered to spec. Youll champion our agency processes and ensure quality at every stage.
• Facilitate feedback:Organise internal and client reviews consolidating feedback into clear actionable tasks for our creative design and PR teams to ensure continuous alignment.
• Embrace new tools:Proactively use AI and project management tools (like Asana Teams etc.) to streamline workflows enhance efficiency and keep communication flowing.
  
  

• In-depth Project Management:A strong grasp of project setup budgeting resource planning and reporting.
• Crystal-Clear Communication:The ability to lead team meetings manage client reviews and communicate complex information with clarity and confidence.
• Meticulous Attention to Detail:A passion for precision from proofing copy to tracking assets and maintaining documentation.
• A Problem-Solving Mindset:Youre solution-focused adaptable under pressure and can navigate change with a positive proactive attitude.
• Tool-Savvy:Proficient with project management software (e.g. Asana Trello MS Project) and keen to leverage AI tools for greater efficiency.

• You have proven experience as a Project Coordinator or Junior Project Manager within a fast-paced creative advertising or marketing agency environment.
• You have a track record of successfully coordinating projects across different markets or regions.
• Youre experienced in managing the delivery of creative campaigns (experience with PR campaigns is a big plus!).
• You thrive on organisation collaboration and seeing a project through from start to finish.
• You are looking for the perfect role to grow your project management career taking on more responsibility within a supportive world-class team.

• Hybrid Working:We embrace a hybrid model that blends collaborative in-office time with the flexibility to work remotely.
• Annual Leave:25 days holiday a paid volunteering day plus the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Pension:A generous matched scheme. Contribute 4% (Ogilvy pays 6%) up to a maximum contribution of 7% (Ogilvy pays 10.5%totalling a powerful 17.5%).
• Healthcare & Wellbeing:BUPA Private Medical Insurance plus discounted BUPA dental cover or financial contribution towards your physical and mental wellness.
• Employee Assistance:24/7 access to remote GPs mental health support physio nutrition consultations and confidential counselling for you and your family.
• Free 1-to-1 Coaching:Professional and personal growth coaching sessions annually.
• Life Assurance & Income Protection:Financial peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Ogilvy champions innovation and the thoughtful application of AI. We encourage you to use AI tools to enhance your application and achieve the best possible results. During interviews we may explore how you leverage AI showcasing your judgment and ability to integrate these technologies effectively.

Please ensure your application authentically reflects your own skills experience and unique contributions.