Investment Director

WPP 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.

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 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.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s 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.

We have found a great balance of embracing flexible working whilst also maintaining in-office collaboration with most teams meeting in the office 3 days per week.

• Lead the Charge: You'll guide and inspire a talented team of investment specialists, shaping their careers and fostering a culture of success.
• Craft Killer Strategies: Develop game-changing investment strategies for top-tier clients, using your expertise to deliver market-leading solutions and innovations.
• Negotiate Like a Pro: Drive incredible value by negotiating high-stakes deals and partnerships that deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients.
• Be the Trusted Advisor: Build powerful relationships and become the go-to investment expert for clients, partners, and your internal team.
• Shape the Future of Media: Champion new technologies and innovative products, keeping our agency and clients ahead of the curve in a fast-paced market.

A visionary leader with a flair for negotiation and a passion for people will excel in this dynamic and rewarding role. We’re also looking for;

• A Seasoned Negotiator: You have several years of media investment experience, with a proven track record of securing exceptional results.
• A Confident Voice: You’re a natural presenter who can command a room, lead complex conversations, and inspire confidence in clients and colleagues.
• An Inspiring Leader: You have a passion for mentoring talent and know how to manage a team's workflow to get the best out of everyone.
• Commercially Savvy: You're highly numerate, incredibly organised, and have a deep understanding of the numbers that drive success.
• A Passionate Professional: You live and breathe media and have an infectious enthusiasm that motivates everyone around you.

We want you to have the best opportunity to show us your skills and talents, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the application/interview process work for you. Should you require any adjustments throughout the process, please collaborate with our hiring team who will be happy to assist.  

Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. Here, we strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we'd love to know how you can positively impact our team with your experience! We believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions, we encourage all applicants. 

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