Senior Media Planner

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 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 are part of GroupM, WPP's global media investment management company. 

About the Role: 

The Senior Media Planner is responsible for the development of client specific media plans across all media disciplines, providing supporting research and day-to-day client contact and servicing on assigned accounts.   This person may also provide supervision and training to junior team members. 

Your Impact: 

Client Service 

• Day to day client contact 

• Responsible for carrying out client requests and assist projects for the group 

• Develop and nurture relationships with clients, external agencies, and media partners  

Leadership 

• Successfully supervise the workflow of Media Planners and Assistant Media Planners for the day to day running of the account, ensuring that tasks are completed on time, project status is monitored. 

• Mentor and train junior staff members 

Planning 

• Responsible for the development of client specific media plans across all channels 

• Provides interpretation of competition and other research data 

• Implements the EssenceMediacom Systems Thinking into plans 

• Works with all internal resources including Investment, Finance and Strategy, and BI&A in carrying out the development of their plans and client service requirements 

• Oversees all media accounting and administrative duties required on their assigned accounts including monthly media expenditure reports (BCR’s) 

• Participate in clients’ plan presentations 

Your Skills & Behaviour: 

• Solid understanding of online and offline planning 

• Proficiency with research tools i.e. IMS, Infosys, COMBNavigator, ComScore, Nielsen 

• Strong client relationship management skills 

• Demonstrated time management and multitasking skills 

• Solid collaborative and team work oriented skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Solid interpersonal skills 

• Begin to develop presentation skills 

• Detail oriented and able to meet tight deadlines 

• Begins to understand the client’s business 

• Detail, accuracy and mathematical competency a must 

• Strong computer skills with a particular emphasis in Excel and PowerPoint 

• Ability to manage and meet multiple demands within timeline 

Education and Experience: 

• 3+ years experience in media planning 

• Post-secondary degree, specialization in Advertising and/or Marketing is an asset 

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 we’re 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 we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve 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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