Executive Talent Acquisition

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

Executive - Talent Acquisition who will be responsible for locating and attracting the best and brightest talent to WPP Media. You will be responsible for identifying target companies, industries or suitable individuals, perform appropriate research, attract quality candidates and brief them on the opportunities available and manage the processes through to offer stage. You will be leveraging technology and data to make smart business decisions and be the subject of hiring for all levels in the business.
3 best things about the job:
1. You will be recruiting for the world’s leading media agency group working with 5 different operating companies, all strong brands.
2. Be recognized for innovation in Talent Acquisition because we do things differently and we are always seeking new ideas to help us deliver more.
3. Work in a demanding and fast-paced industry at the heart of digital, data, analytics, content and technology where change is a constant.

Responsibilities of the role:
 Work with the TA Lead to implement the talent acquisition strategy (in line with the business strategy) across the group
 Provide effective recruitment advice, guidance and solutions to managers across the group; always working within the necessary legal parameters
 Ensure all relevant SOX Compliance procedures and processes are followed, adhered to and always evidenced
 Provide constant feedback to the team on any aspect which may affect the success of the HR & Talent team – always retaining an awareness of the bigger picture
 Be an effective, committed and participative team member to provide a first-class service to the group; contributing to the continuing development of the HR & Talent team

Skills and Experience
 At least 2-4 years of solid experience recruiting in a high-pressure, high-volume environment.
 Extensive experience sourcing candidates from multiple channels including careers websites, professional and social media, employee referrals and job sites
 Excellent stakeholder management skills, experience managing clients or internal stakeholders at any level
 Be highly diligent, ethical, reliable and accountable
 Ability to coordinate, prioritize and multitask in a high-pressure environment
 Experience in working on an ATS (preferred

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 

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 & 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.   

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.

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.