Planner/Buyer

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.

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Role Summary And Impact

The Planner/Buyer is a central role responsible for developing and executing data‑informed, innovative media campaigns across various channels (including Digital, Press, Radio, and OOH). The position involves:

• Assessing media options and compiling detailed recommendations.
• Managing campaign finances and providing insights on target audiences and market trends.
• Supporting junior team members and collaborating with the Account Director to ensure best value for clients.

The Planner/Buyer significantly impacts client business performance by delivering innovative, data‑driven media campaigns, fostering strong client relationships, contributing to team development and culture, and consistently striving for award‑winning work and industry‑leading innovation.

Skills And Experience

To excel in this role you will need:

• A proven track record in media planning and buying.
• A keen analytical mind and strong communication skills.
• The ability to execute campaigns effectively while contributing to client growth and team development.

Other desired skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good numerical and administrative ability, including Excel.
• Natural curiosity and willingness to challenge planning when required.
• Desire to deliver award‑winning work and industry‑leading innovation.
• Positive, proactive, and hardworking attitude.

Life At WPP Media & Benefits

We are committed to investing in our employees, fostering growth, and ensuring responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & 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.

Benefits include 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 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.

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.

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While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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