Director, Commercial Compliance

Director, Commercial Compliance Overview

WPP Media is seeking a Director of Commercial Compliance to join its UK Commercial Compliance team. This pivotal role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders to ensure compliance with contractual commitments while promoting a growth mindset within the agency.

Responsibilities

• Co-manage the agency client audit program, focusing on a portfolio of key clients.
• Coordinate with markets and auditors, negotiate audit scopes, NDAs, and MRLs.
• Maintain the annual agency client certification program and negotiate post-audit settlements.
• Implement remedial plans following audits and track results to address noncompliance issues.
• Ensure timely and accurate client notifications and declarations.
• Collaborate with the commercial team to interpret WPP’s contractual commitments and ensure compliance.
• Act as a liaison between the commercial team and finance to ensure correct application of commercial terms.
• Support the Commercial Compliance VP in ensuring new commercial models meet compliance and governance standards.
• Provide ad hoc commercial analysis as needed.
• Work with UK, EMEA, and Global commercial teams to keep the compliance schedule updated and communicate changes to account teams.
• Review existing control processes and propose improvements.
• Assist in onboarding new clients/contracts, communicating key compliance terms, assessing commercial risks, and implementing countermeasures.
• Partner in developing training programs on commercial contractual knowledge and deliver training as necessary.
• Maintain up-to-date agency commercial guidance documentation and systems.
• Communicate new financial and commercial group policies to the agency and ensure implementation.
• Engage hands-on in agency commercial and contractual projects.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant, auditor, or legal professional with relevant industry experience.
• Strong background in commercial, compliance, or financial roles.
• Knowledge of core agency concepts including agency benefits, buying models, and vendor contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and strong relationships.
• Commercially astute with the ability to interpret and negotiate contracts.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and logical problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in financial and audit best practices.
• Advanced knowledge in commercial management and its impact on other organizational areas.
• Proven experience in managing client compliance audit negotiations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in Excel with advanced skills.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Group retirement plans.
• Significant paid time off.
• Preferential partner discounts.
• Employee mental health awareness days.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking within WPP.

WPP Media is committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees. The role operates on a hybrid working pattern, with teams in the office approximately four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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