Director, Intelligence Strategic Operations

Director, Intelligence Strategic Operations Overview

WPP Media is seeking an Associate Director for Intelligence within Strategic Operations, a pivotal role that focuses on delivering operational consultancy and managing key workstreams across the organization. This position is designed for individuals who are proactive and capable of leading multiple projects while collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless service delivery for clients.

Role Overview

The Associate Director will work closely with the Director of Intelligence, taking ownership of specific client and UK-wide initiatives. Responsibilities include overseeing taxonomy, CCUID adoption, Campaign Governance, data quality, and reporting enablement. The role demands a high level of independence and stakeholder leadership, translating the Intelligence strategy into practical implementations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee defined client and UK-wide workstreams related to taxonomy, CCUID adoption, Campaign Governance, data quality, and reporting enablement.
• Collaborate with the Director of Intelligence to ensure effective delivery of the Intelligence strategy.
• Lead discovery sessions, shape actionable recommendations, and coordinate implementation efforts across various teams including Planning, Activation, Analytics, Finance, Data & Technology.
• Proactively identify and manage delivery risks, providing clear options and recommendations to the Director of Intelligence.
• Create structure in ambiguous situations and translate complex challenges into practical solutions.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in managing and delivering cross-functional projects in media, marketing, operations, transformation, data governance, business intelligence, or technology.
• Demonstrated ability to lead discovery workshops, gather requirements, and map end-to-end processes.
• Experience in translating business needs into actionable delivery plans and process improvements.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to coordinate activities across teams without direct reporting lines.
• Ability to create clear documentation including playbooks, process updates, and training materials.

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with media campaign workflows and exposure to taxonomy, naming conventions, and compliance monitoring.
• Experience working with Analytics, Data & Technology, engineering, or product teams to shape and test solutions.
• Understanding of how consistent campaign data supports reliable reporting and operational efficiency.

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 through WPP’s global resources.

WPP Media is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants. The company adopts a hybrid working model, encouraging collaboration and creativity among teams.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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