About the job
WPP Media, based in London, operates as WPP's AI-driven media unit, combining media, data, and strategic partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. The company’s marketing platform, WPP Open, gives clients insight into the effectiveness of their media investments. For more details, see wppmedia.com.
Role overview
The Client Development Lead holds a senior position within the Global Growth & Transformation team. This group focuses on aligning growth, operational excellence, and transformation to strengthen WPP Media’s client partnerships. Working across global accounts and markets, the team sets best practices and introduces new working methods to support sustainable growth and deepen client relationships.
This role centers on driving strategic growth, retention, and transformation for key global clients. The position blends direct client engagement, portfolio governance, program leadership, and cross-client value creation. It offers the opportunity to shape growth strategies at both the account and enterprise levels.
What you will do
- Act as a strategic growth partner to Global Client Leaders on high-priority accounts
- Oversee growth planning, governance, and commercial accountability across the client portfolio
- Design and implement strategic client programs, including retention, redesign, and transformation initiatives
- Lead complex growth projects involving multiple stakeholders
- Apply best practices, insights, and scalable growth models across clients
- Support cross-client insights, recognize patterns, and help develop new capabilities

