Strategy, Performance and Planning Manager

The Strategy, Performance and Planning Manager at WaterAid works at the intersection of strategic direction and operational improvement. This position shapes how the organization sets goals and measures progress, supporting WaterAid’s mission in global water, sanitation, and hygiene. Key responsibilities Develop comprehensive strategic plans that guide organizational priorities and actions. Analyze performance data to assess progress and inform decision-making. Collaborate with teams across WaterAid to align efforts and ensure goals are met. Lead monitoring and evaluation of strategic initiatives, focusing on measurable outcomes and effective implementation. Role focus This role emphasizes both planning and continuous improvement. The manager helps ensure WaterAid’s work remains impactful by connecting strategy with concrete performance metrics and fostering collaboration across departments.

As a Strategy & Planning Manager at Deliveroo, you will take the lead in shaping our strategic direction and ensuring that our plans align with our ambitious goals. You will be responsible for conducting in-depth analyses, developing actionable insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and efficiency. Your expertise will be critical in guiding our decision-making processes and helping us to navigate the competitive landscape of the food delivery industry.

Business Unit: Performance: At GAIN, we empower globally ambitious brands to transform visibility into measurable growth—showing up where it counts, when it counts, for the audiences that matter most.Team: StrategyReporting to: CSOLocation: London / HybridABOUT:GAIN is an innovative company driven by creativity and insights, merging data, technology, and artistic vision. We believe that the most impactful ideas arise from the intersection of intelligence and creativity, where insight ignites imagination, and innovation translates potential into progress.As pioneers of new horizons, we craft audacious strategies that propel people, brands, and businesses forward. Our teams, each with their unique expertise, provide the vision, data, and confidence needed for brands and organizations to make bolder and more impactful decisions.Under the GAIN banner, we operate in unison, leveraging data to enhance creativity and technology to unveil new avenues. As innovators, we don’t just welcome change—we design it, converting information into actionable insights and ideas into transformative breakthroughs.This is where audacious thinking, advanced technology, and data-driven creativity converge to shape the future.Through our five specialized teams: Creative Studio, Conversion, Customer Science, Experience, and Performance, we collectively drive brand growth and deliver measurable impact.THE ROLE:As the Strategy Director, you will serve as the strategic backbone for some of GAIN's most significant and commercially vital client relationships. Collaborating closely with the Business Director, your role will involve defining the strategic vision across owned and earned media, ensuring that our clients’ branding, performance, and investment strategies are aligned to achieve optimal business results.You will act as the senior strategic partner, responsible for developing comprehensive strategies that enhance visibility, efficiency, and growth, striking a balance between long-term brand development and immediate performance outcomes.Internally, you will integrate strategies across SEO, Digital PR, PPC, and Paid Media, ensuring alignment among specialists towards a unified strategic direction. Your contribution will be critical in establishing strategic clarity, elevating thought processes, and ensuring that all initiatives align with the client’s objectives, KPIs, and long-term goals.This position is ideal for a seasoned strategist with profound experience in performance and digital strategies, a strong understanding of brand dynamics, and the confidence to partner with senior and C-suite global clients to scale new accounts from inception to growth.

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.

Entain is looking for a Senior Strategy Manager based in London. This role centers on shaping business strategy and improving performance across the company. The Senior Strategy Manager will work closely with teams from different departments to develop and implement initiatives that strengthen Entain’s market position and support customer satisfaction. What you will do Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute strategic projects Use analytical skills to assess business performance and recommend improvements Support the development of strategies that respond to market trends Requirements Strong leadership skills and experience guiding teams or projects Ability to interpret market trends and apply insights to business decisions Comfort working with data to inform strategy This position offers the chance to contribute to Entain’s approach in gaming and entertainment by focusing on strategy and analysis.

Join Anaplan, a pioneering team dedicated to revolutionizing business decision-making through our cutting-edge AI-powered scenario planning and analysis platform. We empower our clients to stay ahead of their competition and thrive in the ever-evolving market landscape.At Anaplan, our unified commitment to customer success and our Winning Culture define us. We take pride in serving an elite roster of Fortune 50 clients, including Coca-Cola, LinkedIn, Adobe, LVMH, and Bayer, among over 2,400 global enterprises that trust our state-of-the-art platform.Our Winning Culture fuels our innovative teams. We embrace diverse perspectives, foster leadership at all levels, and strive for ambitious goals while celebrating our achievements—both large and small.With a focus on being strategy-driven, values-oriented, and disciplined in execution, we offer an environment where you will feel inspired, connected, and rewarded. We welcome your unique contributions—let’s create the future together!Anaplan is seeking a GTM Strategy and Planning Specialist - EMEA to enhance our EMEA Field Operations team. This role is perfect for individuals eager to learn from industry experts and build robust operational skills in a dynamic SaaS environment. You will report to the Senior Director of Field Sales Operations and collaborate closely with sales leaders, managers, and Account Executives to elevate sales execution and business performance across the region.You will assist in critical operational activities such as reporting, forecasting, pipeline insights, territory planning, and sales enablement. We seek detail-oriented candidates who are eager to learn and driven to contribute to the success of our EMEA Sales team. This position offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders, hands-on learning experiences, and the opportunity for growth within a high-achieving Sales Operations organization. Ideally, you will be based in London, United Kingdom.Your Impact • Support Regional Sales Leadership with territory updates, quota administration, forecasting routines, and pipeline reporting. • Assist in preparing standardized reports, dashboards, and documentation to enhance visibility and efficiency for the sales team. • Track key performance metrics such as pipeline coverage, win/loss trends, and quota progress, providing preliminary insights. • Help maintain sales tools and systems while ensuring data accuracy...

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.

Join our dynamic team at Moneybox as a Senior Manager of Finance & Strategy, where your analytical prowess will drive critical financial and strategic planning initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping decision-making processes and enhancing our financial performance. You will possess the ability to see the larger picture while being comfortable diving deep into data and analytics to support our organizational goals.

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Media Planning and Operations Manager to lead our media planning initiatives at The Economist Group. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic media plans that align with our organizational goals. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless campaign execution and optimize media performance.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in media planning, possess excellent analytical skills, and be adept at utilizing data-driven insights to enhance campaign effectiveness. You will play a crucial role in driving innovation and ensuring our media strategies remain at the forefront of industry trends.

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 WPPWPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands, combining cutting-edge media intelligence, data solutions, world-class creativity, next-gen production, transformative enterprise solutions, and expert strategic counsel — all powered by exceptional talent through our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open. Our mission is to help clients navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformational growth. For more information, please visit WPP.com.About WPP MediaWPP Media is the global media collective of WPP, dedicated to delivering limitless opportunities for growth in a world where media saturates every facet of life. We combine the best platforms, people, and partners to unlock potential for our clients. To learn more, visit wppmedia.com.At WPP, we are dedicated to reshaping the future of creativity across a broad spectrum, bringing together unrivaled talent, resources, and expertise to provide integrated solutions encompassing communications, experience, commerce, and technology.Over the past decade, we have cultivated a dedicated global client practice aimed at enhancing WPP’s impact for our largest clients by tailoring teams to meet specific needs and challenges. That’s why we created OpenDoor for Amazon.The OpenDoor initiative is a unique collaboration between WPP and Amazon, leveraging the strengths and visions of both organizations. Every project represents an OpenDoor to new possibilities, providing our people the opportunity to innovate, learn, thrive, and occasionally learn from failure.This distinctive partnership model is designed to deliver enhanced productivity, supported by our industry-leading approach to people, platforms, and processes. OpenDoor encompasses all WPP agencies and disciplines, including media, business consultancy, communications and brand strategy, technology, commerce, and public relations.

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.

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

Role Overview Position: Senior Performance Manager - Customer Experience Location: London – The River Building HQ Working Pattern: Hybrid Deliveroo’s Customer Care team supports customers, riders, and restaurant partners with thoughtful, efficient, and empathetic service. The team handles live issues, improves proactive support, and uses data insights to drive continuous improvement. Service excellence is a core value across the marketplace. The Senior Performance Manager joins the Marketplace Support & Service Excellence group. This role focuses on ensuring fair, timely, and high-quality resolutions for all users, especially during critical moments. What You Will Do Shape performance strategy as part of the Customer Experience & Integrity (CXI) team. Maintain operational health by going beyond surface-level reporting to understand marketplace dynamics. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance customer, rider, and partner experiences. Champion service quality and support excellence at every touchpoint. About Deliveroo Deliveroo is committed to reshaping how people shop and eat. The company values service excellence and works to provide meaningful support for everyone in its marketplace.

About NextStepNextStep is a pioneering platform that connects exceptional consulting talent with promising opportunities through innovative, AI-driven matching. We collaborate with dynamic companies across various sectors to position seasoned professionals in roles where they can create significant impact. Currently, we are representing a client within our partner network seeking a Corporate Strategy Manager to enhance their team.About the CompanyOur client is a FTSE 250 industrials and infrastructure corporation headquartered in London, with operations extending throughout the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. Generating revenues exceeding £1.5 billion and supported by a revitalized leadership team driving substantial strategic transformation, they are heavily investing in developing their internal strategy capabilities to bolster long-term planning, portfolio decisions, and M&A activities. The corporate strategy team collaborates closely with the Group CEO and CFO to address the most critical issues impacting the business.The RoleIn the capacity of Corporate Strategy Manager, you will be part of a compact yet impactful central strategy team, tackling the most significant strategic challenges confronting the business. You will oversee workstreams that encompass long-range planning, competitive positioning, M&A evaluations, and strategic initiatives, generating analyses and recommendations that are presented directly to the Executive Committee and Board.What You'll DoSpearhead comprehensive strategy projects, from initial scoping and analysis to delivering structured recommendations for senior leadership.Facilitate the annual long-range planning process, collaborating across business units to synthesize performance, risks, and strategic alternatives.Evaluate M&A and partnership opportunities, conducting market sizing, financial analysis, and strategic alignment assessments.Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor actions, and macroeconomic shifts relevant to the group’s portfolio.Craft high-quality materials for Board and Executive Committee discussions, ensuring clarity and rigor in arguments and evidence.What We're Looking For4–7 years of experience, preferably with a solid background in management consulting (top-tier firm favored) or an in-house strategy role within a large corporation.Exceptional structured problem-solving and analytical abilities, capable of deconstructing complex issues and formulating clear, evidence-based perspectives.Strong written communication skills; proficient in creating board-ready materials with minimal guidance.Adept at navigating multiple business units and engaging with senior stakeholders concurrently.An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that demands flexibility and strategic thinking.

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.

Join Whatnot as a Performance Marketing Manager and take the lead in driving our marketing strategies to new heights. In this key role, you will leverage data-driven insights to optimize our marketing campaigns and enhance customer acquisition efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative marketing solutions that align with our business objectives.

1356 - Communications Planning Manager - Client Teams About WPP Media WPP is a leading creative transformation company that harnesses the power of creativity to shape better futures for individuals, communities, and our planet. Discover more at wpp.com. WPP Media serves as WPP’s global media collective, expertly navigating a landscape where media permeates every facet of life. We unite the finest platforms, talent, and partnerships to unlock boundless growth opportunities. Learn more at wppmedia.com. About OpenDoor: A Premier WPP Media Brand At WPP, we continuously redefine the future of creativity across a vast canvas, combining unmatched talent, resources, and skills to deliver an integrated suite of communications, experiences, commerce, and technology. In the past decade, we have established a dedicated global client practice aimed at amplifying WPP’s impact for our largest clients, customizing teams to meet specific needs and challenges. This is precisely why we created OpenDoor for Amazon. The OpenDoor initiative exemplifies the fusion of WPP and Amazon’s strengths and visions, creating a platform where every project opens doors to new possibilities. It empowers our team to innovate, learn, grow, and sometimes take risks. This unique partnership is designed to enhance productivity, driven by our industry-leading approach.