Planning Lead

Salary: £69,080 - £82,896Role Duration: PermanentLocation: London, UK (Hybrid - 50% office attendance)The Academy of Medical Sciences is on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Planning Lead to become an integral part of our newly formed Strategy and Planning team. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to enhance the Academy’s planning, coordination, and execution of its initiatives.In this position, you will facilitate organization-wide planning and execution by developing and maintaining comprehensive shared plans, tracking progress across various programs and projects, identifying potential risks and dependencies, and creating clear reports for senior leadership and governance committees. By working collaboratively across teams, you will embed effective planning practices and continuously improve operational efficiencies.This role is perfect for an individual who thrives on providing structure, insight, and direction in a complex, mission-driven organization.Closing date for applications: 27 April 2026 at 17:00.Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 4 May 2026.

About WPP MediaWPP serves as the trusted growth partner for the world's premier brands. By leveraging exceptional talent, reliable data and insights, as well as unparalleled partnerships—integrated through our innovative agentic marketing platform, WPP Open—we assist clients in navigating change, seizing opportunities, and achieving transformative growth.WPP Media stands as WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, merging media, data, and partnerships to provide creative personalization at scale. Connected via WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, our clients gain clear visibility into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.About OpenDoor: A Leading WPP Media BrandPURPOSEThis document aims to provide potential team members with a clearer understanding of the role and responsibilities associated with the position of Regional Planning Lead at OpenDoor, WPP’s tailored global operating model for Amazon.ABOUT WPP & OPENDOORAt WPP, we continually redefine the future of creativity across an expansive canvas, uniting unmatched talent, resources, and expertise to deliver an integrated range of communications, experiences, commerce, and technology solutions.Over the last decade, we have established a specialized global client practice dedicated to amplifying WPP's impact for our largest clients by offering them the best WPP has to offer. Each team is uniquely crafted around a client's specific needs and challenges, ensuring seamless access to the right capabilities. This is precisely why we created OpenDoor for Amazon.OpenDoor represents a unique fusion of the best of WPP and Amazon—leveraging their respective strengths and visions. Whether at WPP or Amazon, every project is an OpenDoor to new possibilities. Each opportunity allows our people to create impact—enabling them to innovate, learn, grow, and occasionally face setbacks.

Planning Lead – Client Teams About WPP Media WPP is the creative transformation company, harnessing the power of creativity to forge better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. To learn more, visit wpp.com. As part of WPP, WPP Media represents our global media collective. In a world where media is omnipresent, we unite the finest platforms, talent, and partners to generate limitless opportunities for growth. For further details, explore wppmedia.com. About WPP & OpenDoor At WPP, we are continuously redefining the future of creativity across a broader canvas, merging unparalleled talent, resources, and skills to deliver an integrated suite of communications, experiences, commerce, and technology solutions. Over the past decade, we have established a specialized global client practice aimed at amplifying WPP’s impact for our major clients by connecting them with our best capabilities. Each team is tailored to meet a client's unique needs and challenges, ensuring streamlined access to essential expertise. This is the foundation of OpenDoor, our collaborative initiative with Amazon. The OpenDoor collaboration integrates the strengths and visions of both WPP and Amazon, creating a platform where every project opens doors to new possibilities. It empowers our team members to innovate, learn, excel, and occasionally stumble, all while driving impactful results. Our unique partnership model is designed to achieve next-level productivity, leveraging our industry-leading approach to People, Platforms, and Processes. OpenDoor transcends all WPP agencies and disciplines, including media, business consultancy, communications and brand strategy, technology and commerce, public relations, and production. The core values of OpenDoor are inspired by Amazon’s 16 Leadership Principles and WPP’s foundational values of being Open, Optimistic, and Extraordinary. Together, we challenge the status quo and strive to build a brighter future. By joining OpenDoor, you will be part of a cross-functional team collaborating with one of WPP’s top five clients, driving innovation and excellence in the media landscape.

Wise is looking for a People Planning and Programmes Lead based in London. This position shapes how the company approaches workforce strategy and supports employees throughout their journey at Wise. The role guides key projects in workforce planning, talent management, and organisational development, helping teams operate with clear structure and purpose. Key responsibilities Direct workforce planning and talent management efforts to meet business needs Create and roll out programmes that drive organisational development Apply insights to strengthen employee engagement and make operations more efficient Play an active role in fostering a strong organisational culture Role focus This role centres on ensuring Wise teams have the right support, structure, and programmes to succeed. Success in this position means building a workplace where employees can thrive and contribute to the company’s goals.

About UsBased in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. stands as a premier developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for audiences worldwide. Our acclaimed brands, including Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga, focus on crafting hit entertainment experiences across various platforms, utilizing diverse business models. Our guiding principles of creativity, innovation, and efficiency drive us in delivering the highest quality experiences to our consumers. The Company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more details on our corporate and product information, please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.The OpportunityIn line with our modernization initiatives in workforce planning, Take-Two is in search of an Adaptive Technical Lead who recognizes that effective technology hinges on user adoption. This pivotal leadership role aims to harmonize Finance and HR data into a cohesive, intuitive planning ecosystem.You will be the functional architect of a system that replaces outdated legacy processes with a user-focused experience. Your objective is to meet Finance's demand for accuracy while providing HR and Business teams with a streamlined environment to propel our strategy. This role transcends mere software configuration; it’s about establishing a 'Single Version of the Truth' that empowers our global labels (2K, Rockstar, Zynga) to make informed, data-driven talent decisions.

About Bloom & Wild Bloom & Wild is a certified B Corp™ with a mission to make a positive impact on both the community and the planet. Since launching in 2013, the company has grown into Europe’s largest direct-to-consumer flower business, fulfilling over 20 million orders. In 2021, Bloom & Wild secured £75 million in Series D funding and expanded by acquiring bloomon in The Netherlands and Bergamotte in France. The company continues to broaden its gifting range, now including cakes, candles, and cocktails alongside flowers. Role Overview: Supply Planning Lead The Supply Planning Lead will join the Procurement team in London, focusing on Bloom & Wild’s fastest-growing categories. This team builds the foundation for non-horticultural products, such as fresh-baked goods, hampers, and lifestyle items, ensuring customers receive high-quality experiences. Reporting to the Head of Procurement & Inventory, the Supply Planning Lead will design and implement operational procurement systems that enable scalable growth. The role involves close collaboration across the business to maintain healthy inventory and strong product availability as the company expands. This position offers the chance to establish and shape a core function, with direct impact on Bloom & Wild’s ongoing growth and success. Location London

About WPP MediaWPP serves as the trusted growth partner for some of the world's most prestigious brands. By leveraging exceptional talent, reliable data and insights, and premier partnerships, all unified through our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open, we assist clients in adapting to change, seizing opportunities, and achieving transformative growth.WPP Media functions as WPP's AI-powered media operating unit, integrating media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear visibility into the effectiveness of their media investments.To learn more, please visit wppmedia.com.Role Summary and ImpactWavemaker: Wavemaker drives client growth by influencing consumer decision-making and experiences through innovative media, content, and technology strategies. Our name reflects our mission and methodology. We thrive alongside bold brands and individuals who enjoy being challenged to progress further and faster, together.About Wavemaker Digital Planning:Wavemaker UK consolidates all its digital planning specialists focused on data-driven marketing into a single unit: Wavemaker Digital Planning. This team emphasizes accelerating digital transformation for brands. The WM Digital Planning unit is composed of approximately 20 specialists based in London and Manchester, aiming to be recognized as the leading data-driven marketing practitioners in the UK through:A dedicated focus on enhancing clients' digital marketing maturity via technical innovation, analytical precision, advanced audience design, and a culture of continuous learning and optimization.An agile operating model designed to empower clients by establishing in-house capabilities and enhancing their control over digital investments.Expertise in leading marketing technology and media platforms, along with a strong ethos of collaboration and innovation with tech and digital media firms.A technology-driven service model with a development roadmap centered on original data science to automate and optimize marketing delivery.A culture that rewards expertise while investing in the training and development of specialized talent.A commitment to maintaining high performance and excellence in digital planning.

Join Capi, where we enable businesses in emerging markets to efficiently pay their international suppliers with ease, speed, and fairness.With over $18 million in support from prestigious investors such as Creandum, Y Combinator, General Catalyst, and notable angels from Revolut, Checkout, Stripe, and Remitly, we are developing the financial infrastructure that emerging markets truly need.By simplifying global trade, we empower local businesses to accelerate their growth, expand their workforce, and stimulate economic prosperity within their communities.Our mission is centered around boosting GDP in emerging markets by enhancing the fairness and accessibility of the global financial system. We aim to streamline global trade processes, making it easier for importers to pay their international suppliers. Our platform fosters rapid business growth, job creation, and positions businesses as key drivers of prosperity in their nations.We are a dynamic team of approximately 80 individuals across 10 countries, characterized by ambition and a passion for impactful work. We are eager to welcome more talented individuals to our team!Explore Capi’s mission & values.The RoleWe are searching for an FP&A Lead to take charge of and expand our commercial finance capabilities.This pivotal, hybrid role sits at the crossroads of finance, strategy, and analytics. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will significantly influence how the company plans, evaluates, and comprehends its performance—while also fortifying the foundational data pipelines and models that drive these insights.This position offers notable visibility among leadership and operational teams, direct interaction with various business verticals, and ample opportunities for professional advancement as the company grows.Key ResponsibilitiesFP&A & Commercial FinanceOversee comprehensive FP&A processes including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, long-term planning, and scenario analysis.Develop and sustain robust financial models to bolster strategic decision-making, fundraising efforts, and growth initiatives.Establish, monitor, and continuously refine core KPIs and unit economics across product lines, revenue streams, and operational practices.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with financial goals and objectives.

Join Ramboll as a DCO Planning Director, where you will drive innovative strategies in urban planning and development. As a leader in our London office, you will spearhead initiatives that enhance project outcomes and ensure sustainable urban environments.

We are seeking a visionary Director of Implementational Planning to join our dynamic team at WPP Media in London. This pivotal role involves leading strategic planning initiatives, ensuring the successful implementation of media campaigns, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business success.As the Director, you will be responsible for developing and overseeing comprehensive implementational strategies that align with client objectives. Your expertise will guide the team in utilizing data analytics and market insights to optimize campaign performance and deliver impactful results.

About WPP MediaWPP is a trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, reliable data, and world-class partnerships – all unified by our pioneering marketing platform, WPP Open – we assist clients in navigating change, seizing opportunities, and driving transformative growth.WPP Media is WPP’s AI-driven media operating unit, integrating media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com. Position Overview: Planning ManagerRole Summary and ImpactAt Wavemaker, we strive to catalyze growth for our clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through innovative media, engaging content, and cutting-edge technology. Our name embodies our mission and methodology. We excel when working with courageous brands and individuals who embrace challenges to advance collaboratively.The planning team serves as the guardians of producing industry-leading, unparalleled work at Wavemaker. We connect with all specialists, pushing boundaries to positively influence consumers and brands alike.Wavemaker UK is seeking a Planning Manager to join our expanding planning team, responsible for crafting impactful cross-channel campaigns and enhancing your media planning expertise. Key Responsibilities: Media Planning Expertise:Gain in-depth knowledge of media channels, understanding their optimal use based on client briefs.Possess proficiency in Wavemaker and industry media planning tools, with the ability to mentor other team members.Understand industry best practices and planning theories thoroughly.Acquire foundational knowledge of Wavemaker's Purchase Journey thinking and Provocative Planning Philosophy.Campaign Management:Oversee campaign activities, including team briefings, response collating, managing client deliverables, and ensuring precision across all workstreams.Collaborate closely with planning and activation teams to ensure efficient and effective day-to-day account management.

About WPP MediaWPP serves as a trusted growth partner for some of the world's leading brands. Leveraging exceptional talent, reliable data, and world-class partnerships, all integrated with our pioneering WPP Open marketing platform, we assist clients in navigating change, seizing opportunities, and achieving transformational growth.WPP Media, our AI-driven media unit, merges media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, our clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.2024 - Planning ManagerRole Summary and ImpactAt Wavemaker, we drive growth for our clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through a blend of media, content, and technology. Our name embodies our mission and method. We excel when working with courageous brands and individuals eager to push beyond limits to achieve success together.The planning team is at the heart of delivering industry-leading work at Wavemaker. We serve as vital links to all specialists, continually seeking to push boundaries and create a positive impact on consumers and brands.Wavemaker UK is in search of a Planning Manager to join our expanding planning team. This role offers the opportunity to create impactful cross-channel campaigns and refine your media planning expertise.Key Responsibilities:Media Planning Expertise:Gain a comprehensive understanding of various media channels, including when, where, and how to employ them based on client needs.Proficient in Wavemaker's media planning tools and capable of training team members.Understand industry best practices and planning theories thoroughly.Familiarize yourself with Wavemaker Purchase Journey thinking and our Provocative Planning Philosophy.Campaign Management:Oversee campaign activities, including team briefings, gathering responses, managing client deliverables, and ensuring accuracy across all workstreams.Collaborate closely with planning and activation teams to ensure the smooth and effective operation of daily account management.

About WPP MediaWPP serves as the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. By leveraging exceptional talent, reliable data and intelligence, along with world-class partnerships through our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open, we help clients navigate transformation, seize opportunities, and achieve remarkable growth.WPP Media, our AI-driven media unit, unites media, data, and partnerships, delivering creative personalization at scale. Integrated by WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.Position OverviewWavemaker drives growth for our clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through media, content, and technology. Our name reflects our mission and approach. We excel in delivering results for bold brands and those willing to be challenged to advance together.The planning team is dedicated to producing industry-leading, unparalleled work at Wavemaker and acts as the central hub for all specialists, striving to push boundaries and positively influence consumers and brands.Wavemaker UK is seeking a Planning Manager to join our expanding planning team to create impactful multichannel campaigns and enhance your media planning expertise.Key Responsibilities:Media Planning Expertise:Develop a comprehensive understanding of media channels and their applications based on client briefs.Possess in-depth knowledge of Wavemaker and industry-specific media planning tools, with the ability to train colleagues.Maintain a solid grasp of industry best practices and planning theories.Foster a foundational understanding of Wavemaker Purchase Journey concepts and Provocative Planning Philosophy.Campaign Management:Oversee campaign activities including team briefings, gathering responses, managing deliverables, and ensuring all workstreams are accurate.Collaborate closely with the planning and activation teams to ensure efficient and effective daily account management.Drive...

Role overview WPP Media is hiring a Manager of Planning in London, United Kingdom. This position leads strategic planning efforts to deliver effective media solutions for clients. What you will do Oversee media planning processes from start to finish Ensure plans align with client objectives and business goals Encourage collaboration across internal teams Use data and insights to inform decisions and shape strategy What we look for Experience guiding planning initiatives in a media or agency setting Strong ability to connect strategy with client needs Comfort working with data to support recommendations Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams

About WPP Media WPP Media is the media hub within WPP, working with leading global brands to help them grow through data, talent, and strategic partnerships. The team brings together media, data, and partnerships to support creative personalization at scale. Using WPP Open and Open Intelligence, clients gain insight into how their media investments perform. More information is available at wppmedia.com. About WPP 650 WPP 650 is an award-winning group working at the center of UK government initiatives. The team focuses on applying behavior change principles to improve services and influence decisions that affect millions nationwide. The environment values curiosity, kindness, and personal growth, supporting people who want to make a real difference.

Role Overview Bauer Media Outdoor is hiring a Campaign Planning Executive in London. This role supports the development and delivery of advertising campaigns, helping shape strategies that meet client goals. The Campaign Planning Executive works with teams across the business to keep campaign execution on track and aligned with client expectations.

WPP Media seeks an Account Manager, Planning in London. This position focuses on managing client accounts while supporting strategic planning activities. The role requires close collaboration with colleagues from various teams to provide attentive client service and ensure that client needs are met. Role overview The Account Manager, Planning will handle day-to-day account management tasks, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to planning projects. Attention to detail and a client-focused approach are important in this role. Collaboration Expect to work alongside team members from different departments to coordinate efforts and deliver consistent, high-quality service to clients.

About WPPWPP serves as the trusted growth partner for the world’s foremost brands. We integrate advanced media intelligence and data solutions, exceptional creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions, and expert strategic counsel into a singular entity, driven by outstanding talent and our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open. Our mission is to guide clients through change, seize opportunities, and foster transformational growth. For further details, visit WPP.com.Position: Account Director – Communications PlanningAbout WPP MediaWPP Media is the global media collective of WPP. In an era where media permeates all aspects of life, we assemble the finest platforms, people, and partnerships to forge boundless growth opportunities. For more information, visit wppmedia.com.About EssenceMediacom: A Leading WPP Media BrandEssenceMediacom represents a new generation of media agency. Grounded in analytics and insights, and fueled by data and technology, we harness the power of media and creativity to drive significant breakthroughs for top brands. Our objective is to assist clients in navigating the modern marketing landscape and uncovering the insights that brands require to resonate with their consumers. We are designed for the new communications economy: built on data and technology, developed for both people and algorithms, shaped by diverse perspectives, dedicated to testing and learning at scale, and, importantly, committed to evolution.Role Summary and ImpactThis is an exceptional opportunity to join as an Account Director in the Planning team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the Senior Associate Director, serving as a primary liaison for our clients while overseeing the planning projects from inception to completion. You will coordinate efforts among specialists to deliver outstanding results, ensuring the smooth operation of the account, maintaining workflow accuracy, and ensuring that the campaign management process adheres to best practices.

Join WPP Media as an Account Manager in Communications Planning, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic media initiatives for our esteemed clients. You'll leverage your expertise to analyze market trends, collaborate with creative teams, and ensure the successful execution of communication strategies that resonate with target audiences.

About NextStep NextStep connects experienced consulting professionals with tailored roles through intelligent, AI-driven matching. Working with a range of companies, NextStep places experts where their impact matters. This search is on behalf of a client within the NextStep partner network. About the Client The client is a FTSE 100 industrial and engineering company headquartered in London, with operations spanning more than 35 countries and annual revenues of £4.5 billion. Following a recent CFO appointment, the company is modernizing its Finance function, with a focus on strengthening Planning & Analysis to deliver sharper management information and commercial support to the Group Executive Committee. Role Overview The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis will lead the FP&A function for the group. This position oversees the entire planning cycle, drives improvements in financial reporting and analysis, and builds a strong commercial finance culture. The role manages a team of 10 and sits within the Finance leadership team, shaping processes, tools, and business partnership approaches. Main Responsibilities Oversee the group’s annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-term planning, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and actionable insights. Direct the production of Group management accounts, investor reports, and Board-level financial presentations. Develop and maintain a group-wide financial model for scenario planning, M&A analysis, and strategic decision support. Work closely with divisional CFOs and commercial leaders to improve the quality and speed of financial analysis and support. Lead the rollout of planning tools and automate reporting processes to reduce manual effort and strengthen analytical capabilities. Location London