Associate, Solutions - Planning, UK

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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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WPP Media Solutions sits at the heart of WPP’s media, data, technology, and performance ecosystem, bringing together best-in-class planning, activation, data, and commerce capabilities to solve complex client growth challenges. Working across WPP’s agency brands and specialist units, Media Solutions is designed to deliver integrated, future-proofed media strategies that are people-first, privacy-safe, and outcomes-driven.

In 2026, WPP Media Solutions continues to lead the industry in applying AI-enabled planning, advanced measurement, and cross-channel innovation to help brands connect with audiences in meaningful, measurable ways.

The Solutions Planning Associate is a foundational role within the Solutions Planning team, supporting the development, coordination, and delivery of integrated media solutions for key clients. Working closely with Account Managers, and specialist Activation teams, this role ensures that client briefs are translated into clear, actionable plans and delivered with operational excellence.

This role is ideal for a highly organised, curious, and proactive individual who wants to build a strong grounding in modern media planning, data-led thinking, and servicing within a fast-moving, collaborative environment.

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 & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilise the Enterprise.

Client & Planning Support

• →Support Account Managers and Senior Account Managers in responding to client briefs, ensuring requirements are clearly captured and aligned across channels and specialist teams.
• →Help coordinate integrated media solutions spanning performance, data, content, including Advanced TV, Video, Display, Audio, Advanced Digital OOH, and Cross-Channel,
• →Prepare planning documentation, timelines, and internal briefs to support seamless delivery.

Campaign & Asset Management

• →Ownership of the Insertion Order (IO) booking setups and case tracking of campaigns across multiple solutions.
• →Manage the collation and setup of creative assets and tags required for campaign activation.

• →Coordinate with Activation teams to track campaign metric data and ensure accurate reporting.
• →Support the creation of post-campaign reports, identifying key insights and learnings.

Financial & Commercial Administration

• →Support financial management including bookings, reconciliations, and budget tracking.
• →Ensure accuracy across financial systems and documentation, flagging discrepancies early.

Ways of Working

• →Maintain clear communication across internal teams and external partners.
• →Proactively identify risks, issues, or opportunities and escalate appropriately.
• →Embrace new tools, automation, and AI-enabled systems that improve efficiency and accuracy.