Executive - Ad Operations

About WPP Media

WPP Media serves as the AI-driven media division of WPP, combining media expertise, data insights, and strategic partnerships to deliver large-scale creative personalization. Integrated through the WPP Open platform and enhanced by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear visibility into the impact and efficiency of their media investments.

WPP as a company focuses on creative transformation, leveraging creativity to foster positive futures for its people, planet, clients, and communities.

Culture and Values

• Strive to be extraordinary through collective leadership and transformational creativity.
• Foster openness by balancing client and employee experiences and building trust.
• Promote optimistic leadership that encourages growth and development across the organization.

Role Overview

The Executive - Ad Operations will function within the Global Operations Centre, collaborating cross-regionally with teams in the US, Europe, and Asia. This role is crucial for upholding AdOps best practices and utilizing technological tools to enhance campaign accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with established AdOps standards and continuously adapt to updated guidelines.
• Set up, implement, and test ad tags, tracking pixels, and tracking codes across various digital platforms.
• Work closely with creative, technical, and analytics teams to ensure seamless campaign execution.
• Manage trafficking requests and proactively resolve any operational issues.
• Support the implementation of web analytics, targeting methods, verification, and performance measurement tools.
• Communicate effectively with both internal team members and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with teams in the UK and globally.
• Leverage technology solutions to improve processes and enhance the precision of advertising campaigns.

Qualifications and Skills

• Graduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline.
• Between one and two years of professional experience in Ad Operations or ad trafficking.
• Solid understanding of digital media landscapes and advertising technology.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Basic familiarity with HTML and JavaScript is advantageous.
• Detail-oriented mindset, strong problem-solving capabilities, and aptitude for teamwork.

Employee Benefits and Work Environment

WPP Media emphasizes employee growth and responsible media investment. Employees can connect with global networks, engage in employee resource groups, and participate in frequent internal events celebrating achievements and thought leadership. Benefits include competitive medical coverage, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, generous paid time off, special partner discounts, and mental health awareness days.

The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, cultivating a respectful environment where everyone feels valued and has equal career advancement opportunities.

WPP Media adopts a hybrid working model with an expected four days per week onsite presence to support creativity, collaboration, and connection. Flexibility requests can be discussed during the interview process.

Additional Information

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