Senior Associate, Activation Search & Social

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 & Impact 

WPP Media is looking for an experienced Senior Associate, Activation Search & Social to develop strategies, manage campaigns, and ensure seamless integration of Paid Search and Paid Social activities within broader media strategies.

Skills and Experience

• Independently design and execute advanced Paid Search and Paid Social strategies.
• Manage high-budget campaigns for large clients, ensuring top-tier performance and ROI.
• Lead pre- and post-campaign analyses to identify insights and opportunities.
• Provide strategic recommendations to clients and internal teams based on campaign data.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the department.
• 3+ years of experience managing Paid Search and Paid Social campaigns.
• Proven success in handling complex campaigns and large-scale budgets.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Advanced expertise in tools such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Search Ads 360, Google Analytics and TikTok.
• Amazon Search is a plus. 
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Fluent in business English, with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits  

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. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Our main benefits: 

• Corporate Benefits & Discounts Platform 
• Employee Wellbeing & Support Programs 
• Language Platform: Access to English and 49 other languages, plus 1 complimentary guest account 
• Dedicated e-learning platform for all employees (at least 2000+ courses) 
• Ticket Restaurant for every working day 
• Non-Occupational Accident Insurance 
• Company-paid Life Insurance 
• Tax Assistance Services Support (tax return)

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The Gross Annual Pay range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. This reflects part of our broader group's compensation framework across diverse agencies and disciplines. For this specific role our offer will be determined based on our internal benchmark, reflecting the specific market conditions for our discipline. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications.

The employment contract will be governed by CCNL Aziende del Terziario distribuzione e Servizi.