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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.\nWPP 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.\nFor more information, visit wppmedia.com.\nRole Overview\nAs Manager - Integrated Investment, you will be responsible for driving media investment and execution across integrated campaigns, with a strong focus on offline media and working closely with digital investment specialists to deliver effective, efficient and commercially sound media solutions.\nThe role involves managing end-to-end investment activities across channels including TV, Print, Radio, OOH and digital media, translating approved media strategies into executable investment plans, negotiating with media partners, managing inventory and ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs.\nYou will work closely with Planning, Client Leadership, Digital, Data & Analytics and media partners to ensure seamless campaign execution, strong commercial outcomes and high quality investment delivery.\nKey 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understanding of audience behaviour and channel/channel-group performance.\nWork with BARC and other relevant audience measurement data to evaluate channel and programme performance and support investment decisions.\nManage negotiations with broadcasters and media owners to secure competitive rates, premium inventory and relevant value-adds.\nEvaluate CPRPs, reach, frequency, GRPs, spot performance and inventory availability \nto drive efficient TV investments.\nManage Print, Radio and OOH investments, including rate negotiations, inventory planning, releases and campaign reconciliations.\nBuild strong relationships with broadcasters, publishers and media partners to unlock commercial opportunities.\nDigital & Integrated Investment\nWork closely with digital investment teams across Google, Meta, YouTube, Programmatic, OTT and other digital platforms to ensure integrated campaign delivery.\nBring an integrated investment lens across offline and digital channels to identify opportunities for better audience reach, efficiency and media effectiveness.\nCollaborate with digital specialists to understand campaign performance, budgets, inventory and optimisation opportunities.\nEnsure consistency between planned investment, actual spends and campaign delivery across channels.Commercial Management & Negotiations\nOwn commercial negotiations with media partners to maximise value for clients.\nEvaluate market rates, historical benchmarks, inventory availability and competitive intelligence while negotiating media deals.\nIdentify opportunities for rate efficiencies, added value, bonus inventory, sponsorships and strategic partnerships.\nMaintain strong understanding of media market dynamics and emerging investment opportunities.\nSupport annual and quarterly commercial negotiations and ensure adherence to agreed commercial frameworks.\nPartner with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate billing, reconciliations and closure of campaigns.\nData, Reporting & Optimisation\nAnalyse investment and campaign data to identify delivery gaps, efficiency opportunities and areas for optimisation.\nTrack key investment metrics including spends, CPRP, CPM, reach, GRPs, frequency, inventory utilisation and delivery.\nPrepare regular investment reports and provide actionable recommendations to Planning and Client Leadership teams.\nUse audience, market and campaign performance data to strengthen investment decisions.\nLeverage WPP Open, data platforms and other planning/investment tools to improve efficiency and decision-making.\nStakeholder & Client Management\nPartner closely with Planning and Client Leadership teams to translate strategic recommendations into effective investment solutions.\nPresent investment recommendations, market intelligence and commercial opportunities to internal and client stakeholders.\nBuild strong working relationships with media owners, broadcasters, publishers and platform partners.\nCoordinate with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure smooth campaign execution and timely resolution of issues.\nProactively highlight investment risks, delivery challenges and optimisation opportunities. \nTeam Collaboration & Development\nMentor and guide junior team members on media investment, negotiations, market understanding and campaign execution.\nSupport the team in building strong investment practices, governance and operational discipline.\nCollaborate with specialist teams across WPP Media to develop integrated solutions for clients.\nContribute to knowledge sharing around market trends, media innovations, investment benchmarks and best practices.\nSkills & Competencies\nStrong understanding of integrated media investment across offline and digital channels.\nStrong hands-on experience in TV investment and buying, including BARC, GRPs, reach, frequency and CPRP.\nGood understanding of Print, Radio, OOH and other traditional media investments.\nWorking knowledge of digital media ecosystems including Google, Meta, YouTube, Programmatic and OTT.\nStrong commercial and negotiation skills with broadcasters, publishers and media partners.\nAbility to analyse investment data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.\nStrong understanding of media rates, inventory, value-adds, negotiations and campaign reconciliation.\nExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills.\nStrong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple campaigns and \ndeadlines.\nAbility to work collaboratively across Planning, Client Leadership, Digital, Data & Analytics and Operations teams.\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.\nProficiency in media planning, investment and reporting tools; familiarity with WPP Open and AI-enabled media tools is an advantage.\nQualifications & Experience\nBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Advertising or a related discipline.\n3-5 years of experience in media investment, buying, trading or integrated media.\nStrong experience in offline media investment, particularly TV, with exposure to digital media.\nExperience working across multiple media channels and managing integrated investment mandates.\nProven experience in media negotiations, commercial management, inventory planning and campaign execution.\nStrong understanding of BARC, CPRP, GRPs, reach, frequency and other media investment metrics.\nExperience working with leading media agencies, broadcasters, publishers or media platforms will be an advantage.\nExperience across sectors such as FMCG, Automotive, Technology, Consumer Durables or Telecom will be an advantage.\nExposure to data-driven planning, audience intelligence and AI-enabled investment tools will be preferred.\nLife at WPP Media & Benefits \nOur 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. \nWPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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.\nWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. 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