Client Development Executive

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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WPP Media Solutions sits at the centre of WPP Media's ability to help brands reach and engage audiences through smart media strategy, execution and measurement. As a Client Development Executive, you will play a meaningful role in driving growth across a defined agency portfolio in Australia, working closely with the Client Development Manager to deliver integrated, cross-channel solutions that create real outcomes for clients.

This position sits above coordinator level and offers a genuine pathway toward a Client Development Manager role, giving you the space to build commercial acumen, deepen your product knowledge, and grow your client relationships within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

You will act as a key day-to-day contact for junior to mid-level agency stakeholders, proactively identifying and supporting opportunities across cultural moments, campaign windows and cross-channel solutions. Success in this role is measured by the quality of your client relationships, the accuracy of your campaign delivery, and your contribution to portfolio growth.

• Scope covers cross-channel campaign coordination across Display, Streaming, DOOH, Audio and Social within a defined agency portfolio
• Acts as a primary relationship point for junior to mid-level agency contacts, with the Client Development Manager leading senior stakeholder engagement
• Supports pipeline management, forecasting and opportunity tracking in Salesforce, maintaining accuracy across bookings and client activity
• Works collaboratively with the WPP Media Solutions team to identify and progress cross-sell opportunities across the Nexus Solutions suite
• Contributes to proactive client development plans, surfacing growth opportunities tied to cultural moments and client planning cycles

What You'll Bring

• Experience in a media, advertising or agency environment, with exposure to client-facing or account coordination responsibilities
• A working understanding of cross-channel media solutions, including digital, out-of-home, audio or streaming
• Strong attention to detail across campaign planning, setup and execution, with a commitment to accuracy across every deliverable
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to tailor your approach to different stakeholders and situations
• An analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data and apply critical thinking to support decision-making
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, stay organised across multiple workstreams, and adapt when things shift

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience using Salesforce or a similar CRM for pipeline and activity tracking
• Familiarity with media planning cycles and client investment strategies
• A track record of identifying proactive growth or cross-sell opportunities within a client or agency portfolio

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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