Sr. Associate- Planning at WPP Media

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About WPP Media</strong></p> <p>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. </p> <p>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.</p> <p>For more information, visit <a href="wppmedia.com">wppmedia.com</a>.</p></div><p></p> <div class="ewa-rteLine">About WPP Media</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP &amp; WPP Media’s shared core values:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine"> <div class="ewa-rteLine">About Wavemaker: A Leading WPP Media Brand</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Wavemaker positively provokes growth for clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through media, content, and technology. Our name is both our mission and our method. We do our best work for brave brands and people who relish being challenged to go further and faster, together.</div> </div> <div class="ewa-rteLine"><br><br><strong>Role Impact and Summary:</strong></div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">GENERAL DESCRIPTION</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">As a Senior Planner, you will have the responsibility to manage the business need of the accounts that will be assigned to you. You will also have the responsibility to drive business development for both existing and potential clients of the agency.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">3 best things about the job:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">1. Puts you at the forefront of Integrated advertising (ATL + Digital) and measurement</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">2. Opportunity to hone integrated planning skills and knowledge across the spectrum of channels/platforms, through interacting and learning from our different platform specialists</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">3. Opportunity to be learn the ins and outs of how an integrated campaign is successfully planned, implemented, and measured</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">MEASURES OF SUCCESS</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">In three months:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Mastered client management skills, delivering superior service and output for accounts handled</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Learned the basic media planning and optimization and analytics skills</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Managed to handle projects/executions independently</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Achieved a clear grasp of the ins and outs of the accounts handled</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Established a good working relationship with key stakeholders (internal and client teams)</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Proposed process improvements as needed</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">In six months:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Identified new opportunity to grow business handled</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Mapped out the relevant account playbooks to ensure that handling of the accounts is of good standard</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Set internal KPIs for accounts managed</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Have full accountability on the revenue targets set for your accounts</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">In twelve months:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Have majorly contributed to the successful launch of the brands handled</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Achieved 100% of revenue targets set for your accounts</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Proposed and acquired new sources of revenue to help achieve the annual targets of the team.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Responsibilities of the role:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">A. Primary point of contact for account assignments</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Acquires, understands/processes and cascades briefs received from clients</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Works with strategists and specialists to ensure that the output of the agency meet or exceed client expectations</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Presents, defends or justifies, alongside strategists and specialists, the output of the agency</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Drives and captures agreements during meetings</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Ensures that smooth relationship is maintained with the different stakeholders of the assigned accounts</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">B. Senior Integrated Planner who ensures that deliverables for clients are met on time, in scope and within agreed upon costs</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Manages projects pre, during and after campaign</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Ensures that hours rendered by the team members are compensated for</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Diligently monitors achievement of revenue targets and account receivables/payables</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Performs administrative work, as required, to manage the business</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">C. Looks after the interests of the account</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Has an excellent understanding of the accounts/brands being handled</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Has a good grasp of the competitive landscape where the accounts/brands are playing in</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Diligently studies the consumer and digital landscape relevant to the business of the assigned accounts/brands</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Proactively shares “opportunities to win” to assigned accounts/brands</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">D. Looks after the interests of the agency</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Spots opportunities for business growth</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Protects agency intellectual property for services rendered</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Ensures smooth relationship between the agency and client</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Goes the “extra mile” to deliver the expectations of clients</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine"><strong>Skills and Experience<br><br></strong></div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Education</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree, preferably of a business or research-related course</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Work Experience</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">At least 3-4 year’s work experience including digital media function</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Required Competencies:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">(Knowledge, Skills and Attitude)</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Experience in advertising, public relations/communications, marketing or any similar field</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Strong English verbal and written communication skills</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• MS Office Skills (Excel and PowerPoint)</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Strong analytical and numerical skills</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Client servicing skills</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Has a good grasp of the Philippine digital media landscape; capable of using tools such as ComScore, Similar Web, Effective Measure for audience planning</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Strong project management skills – ability to manage multiple projects and accounts</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Can work with minimal supervision</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Team player, and ability to work under pressure</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Experience in performance and programmatic media planning would be an advantage</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Others:</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">• Knowledge in digital programmatic buying and coding is a plus&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Life at WPP Media &amp; Benefits</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Our 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 &amp; 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">WPP 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.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. 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.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) for more information on how we process the information you provide.</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">&nbsp;</div> <div class="ewa-rteLine">While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.&nbsp;#LI-Promoted</div> <p></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p></p> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">Please read our <a href="https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment">Privacy Notice</a></span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">for more information on how we process the information you provide.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW227196529 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p></div>