Senior Account Manager, Brands & PR (m/w/d)

About WPP Media 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 [wppmedia.com]. 2974 - PAID SEARCH SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - GCS ROLE SUMMARY AND IMPACT  Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As “Growth Architects," we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders — better for people, planet, and business — by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders.  THE ROLE The role exists within Mindshare Channels & Solutions to support a growing team Paid Search specialist team. We are looking for an experienced Paid Search Senior Account Executive who will play an instrumental role in further developing our offering by taking ownership of the ongoing client engagement, managing a team of Paid Search AEs and support the Account Director to implement the strategic vision of the account and team. In this role, you will also work closely with other sister agencies in the network, creative agencies, data teams, PR etc.    RESPONSIBILITIES Delivering client performance  * Work with digital platforms like Google SA360, Google Ads, Bing Ads to run best practice compliant Paid Search campaigns. And the opportunity to run ads across other platforms.  * Competently create media plans designed to achieve specified KPIs * Understand how digital media can be measured and tracked using third party technology, such as Double-click Campaign Manager and Google Analytics.   * Navigate and implement advanced features within native and 3rd part digital management platforms (I.e. automation, bid rules, audience expansions/creation, and feed integration)  * Identify and implement testing approaches to improve campaign performance against KPIs  * Carry out regular account optimization in order to improve performance against KPIs  * Complete client reporting and analyze campaign results extracting insight in order to provide recommendations for future activity  * Contribute to regular client meetings; preparing and presenting performance detail and account action updates  * Effectively manage your workload, and submit deliverables to your Account Manager within deadlines  Inspiring our people * Effectively communicate with your Manager, client team and client contacts regarding deadlines and delivery of work  * Train Grads and Executives on how to effectively and efficiently build Paid Search campaigns and applying best practices for managing Paid Search activity  * Support the Account Executive with tasks, providing guidance where needed  Driving our process * Complete the Mindshare finance process for all clients  * Carry out regular campaign and budget management checks  * Support Account Executives in following all Mindshare processes  Skills and Experience The candidate will report to the Paid Search Account Manager. Working within the Paid Search team, they will be integral to achieving client goals, and the development and optimisation of Paid Search activity as part of integrated multi-channel campaigns. The ideal candidate will have proven experience of successfully planning, executing and optimising Paid Search campaigns. They will need to demonstrate knowledge of native platform suppliers and 3rd party providers, as well as developing an understanding of their available products and services. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA * Experience setting up and optimising campaigns within Google, Bing via SA360/Marin/Kenshoo, etc.  * Experience using custom audiences and automation to enhance Paid Search strategy and performance  * Analytically minded with an aptitude for handling large data sets in order to identify trends and actionable insights  * Strong understanding of Paid Search best practices around for example buying strategies, formats, and audiences  * Understanding of measurement capabilities via the native platforms and 3rd party tools  * Intermediate experience using Excel and PowerPoint (Charts and graphs, pivot tables)  * Proactive approach to expanding knowledge and capabilities  * Attention to detail   * Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a wider, cross-channel team  * Programming or coding knowledge is not mandatory, but is advantageous  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  Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) [https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy] for more information on how we process the information you provide.    While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.     #LI-Promoted      Please read our Privacy Notice [https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment] for more information on how we process the information you provide.

About Ogilvy   Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.   About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. Department: Social & Advertising Location: London Contract type: 12-Month FTC Full Time/Part time: Full Time Reporting into: Client Partner    About Ogilvy:  Ogilvy UK has been creating iconic ideas that deliver impact at scale for clients ever since David Ogilvy founded the company in 1948. Ogilvy UK specialises in bringing together brand advertising, customer experience marketing, PR, influence and consulting, all fuelled by Behavioural Science. Our world-class award-winning creative campaigns deliver solutions for clients including Molson Coors (owner of Madrí beer), Valeo Foods UK (owner of Kettle Chips and Rowse Honey), Argos, Mondelēz International, Unilever, TK Maxx and Pernod Ricard.     In 2023, Ogilvy UK celebrated their 75th anniversary and was the most awarded agency in Europe. Ogilvy is home to the largest influencer marketing practice globally and hosts the world’s biggest festival of behavioural science and creativity, Nudgestock – now in its 12th year.    About this role: Mondelēz International is one of the fastest growing clients within Ogilvy and Philadelphia is one of our flagship brands within the portfolio.  This is an opportunity to take on an integral Account Management role on the team, working across both the global and local teams to deliver best in class integrated campaigns. You will be responsible for managing campaign development and execution alongside the planning, creative and delivery management teams based in London, providing creative and strategic support to our sister agencies in key markets across Europe and developing close relationships with our central and local client and agency teams. This role is for an established and highly organised Account Manager, who is comfortable working at both a global and local level simultaneously.   Key Responsibilities:     Global network co-ordination * Managing network coordination and stewardship across key markets (UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, BENELUX, Mexico and more) and setting up a monthly meeting for global market knowledge share. * Developing great working relationships with peers across the network to ensure local information is provided in a timely manner and become their go-to person for global knowledge sharing by providing speedy, pro-active and reliable service and basic level strategic and creative market guidance. Global and local Campaign development * Supporting the Account Director and Client Partner in managing the delivery of the larger integrated projects; responsible for your own workstreams. * Ownership of your own smaller projects with oversight from the Client Partner. Ongoing team responsibilities * Setting up and ensuring all materials are ready for key presentations throughout the development and production process and circulating contact reports following the meeting. * Managing the weekly status meetings, leading the report updates and consolidating actions for both client and agency teams after the meeting. * Monitoring industry news and competitor updates – sharing key updates with both the client and agency team. * Updating induction presentations and supporting with onboarding new joiners. Key Skills:  * You will have some production experience in delivering fully integrated campaigns. * You ideally have some understanding of the structures and processes needed of global and EMEA teams – client and agency side. * You take ownership of smaller projects and are able to work with a team to assign specific deliverables across projects (i.e. digital & print) – leading this both internally & with the client team, having responsibility for the output of your team. * You are flexible, adaptable and able to juggle multiple projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail. * You build and maintain strong client relationships and recognise the need to build specific relationships and 121 conversations with junior-level clients. * You have a collaborative mindset.  This person will be a people person, liaising with multiple internal and external teams and quick-thinking to problem solve throughout the course of any campaign.  * You assist and manage client requests, knowing when to escalate to a senior team member, if needed.  * You are a team player, energetic, driven and have a positive attitude. * You have excellent listening skills and strong verbal and written communication skills. * You should be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Keynote and feel at ease with adopting and mastering new technology tools. A bit about you: This role is for you if you are internationally curious, strategically motivated with passion and ambition for the creative work.  You should be a confident communicator with excellent account management and organisational skills, able to coordinate and balance multiple projects and processes as we rarely work on one brief at a time.  This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to help build a much-loved global brand, embracing the challenge of working on a complex international account and creating work for global markets, as well as their own.  We’re looking for someone with interest in our clients and their business, a point of view on the work, and a feel for the design of presentation materials.  At Ogilvy UK, we want to make sure that you’re set up to grow and develop in your role and enjoy some of the best times of your working career. Our learning and development team are on hand to provide training for you, to help you excel in every aspect of your role. So, if you think you may not have experience in some aspects of this position, don’t worry, and apply away. We’re here to help you grow and nurture your skills.   How we help you Thrive: *  25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day  * Bupa Healthcare * Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave * We have a Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am – 4pm * A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure * Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests and development budgets and Wellbeing incentives and activities throughout the year  * Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme * Life Assurance   At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.  We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.  Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity. Ogilvy 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. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.