Influencer Marketing Lead for The Coca-Cola Company

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About EssenceMediacom: 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Influencer Marketing Lead/Director to join our team. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Leadership: Define and lead the implementation of the vision, strategy, and goals for influencer marketing. 

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage the performance of the influencer marketing team, ensuring their continuous professional growth and development. 

• Innovation & Service Development: Continuously monitor industry trends and emerging platforms to keep campaigns innovative and relevant. 

• Cross-Departmental Integration: Work in harmony with other department leaders (Strategy, Data, Creative, Media, etc.) to deliver integrated and holistic solutions to client. 

• Monitor industry trends and emerging platforms to keep campaigns innovative and relevant. 

• Manage budgets, contracts, and influencer negotiations. 

• Analyze campaign performance and provide actionable insights 

Required Skills and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree from a relevant field. 

• A minimum of 8 years of comprehensive experience in influencer marketing, either agency or brand-side. 

• Proven experience in team management and leadership. 

• A proven track record of developing and implementing successful and measurable influencer marketing strategies for major brands. 

• Strong commercial acumen, with experience in budget management 

• Excellent senior-level presentation, negotiation, and communication skills. 

• Analytical and strategic thinking ability with skills in solving complex problems. 

• Strong relationships with key players in the industry (influencers, agencies, platforms). 

• Fluency in English (both written and spoken). 

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 

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We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. 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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