Associate, Operations

About WPP Media

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3303 - Associate, Operations - UK

Role Summary and Impact

OpenMindby WPP is an integrated agency model drawing on talent from across WPP. It has been created to accelerate the European transformation for Nestlé’s media function. Core to the solution is the advanced best data and technology capabilities, fuelled by WPP’s investment in AI, to maximise the impact of Nestlé media investment.  

Overview:  An entry-level role supporting the global OpenMind team for Nestlé, focusing primarily on  Zone Europe (Z-EUR). The role acts as an operational bridge between strategy, planning, and activation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder & Community Management:  Build relationships across European markets, maintain distribution lists, foster network collaboration, and provide regular operational updates.
• Financial Administration:  Own scoping reporting systems, raise invoices, track documentation, and partner with category teams to resolve financial queries.
• Operational & Project Support:  Manage onboarding/offboarding tool access, support day-to-day market requests, monitor project timelines, and ensure milestone delivery.
• Impact:  Ensures seamless day-to-day operations, accurate financial tracking, and strong communication and alignment across global and European Nestlé media teams.

Skills and Experience

 Essential Requirements:

• Strong interest in starting a career in the media and advertising industry.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and numerical skills with high attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proficiency in  Microsoft Office  (PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
• A collaborative team player with a calm, composed approach under pressure.

 Desirable Qualities:

• Advanced Excel and AI platform usage for note taking and summaries for distribution.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to derive insights from data.
• A willingness to challenge standard processes and suggest workflow improvements.

  Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. 

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.  Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location

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