Senior Data Governance Analyst

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com. [https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0]   Why we're hiring: WPP is accelerating the adoption of AI across the enterprise, investing in a portfolio of strategic initiatives designed to transform how work gets done across our global business. We're looking for a Senior Project Manager based in London, to lead the delivery of some of WPP's most complex and high-impact AI initiatives. These enterprise-scale projects are sponsored by senior business leaders and the CIO organisation, focused on embedding AI agents into critical business processes, operational workflows and governance frameworks. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of enterprise AI transformation, partnering with business stakeholders, technology teams and external delivery partners to turn innovative ideas into scalable solutions that deliver measurable business value. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: * Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple strategic AI projects simultaneously, managing all phases from initiation and planning through to deployment and benefits realisation. * Partner with executive sponsors, senior business stakeholders and the AI Centre of Excellence to define project scope, requirements, success measures and delivery plans. * Deliver complex, enterprise-scale AI initiatives across multiple business functions, ensuring projects achieve agreed objectives, timelines, budgets and outcomes. * Coordinate internal teams and external delivery partners to ensure successful execution and deployment of AI solutions. * Drive effective stakeholder engagement across Technology, Finance, HR, Operations and Governance functions, building alignment and managing competing priorities. * Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, RAID logs, status reporting and executive communications. * Establish testing, validation and adoption approaches that ensure AI solutions are reliable, compliant and deliver intended business outcomes. * Monitor delivery performance, business adoption and value realisation, ensuring projects move successfully from concept into production. * Contribute to the development of delivery standards, tools, templates and best practices that support the successful scaling of AI across WPP. * Support and mentor project managers across the wider delivery community, sharing expertise and promoting delivery excellence. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: * Significant experience delivering complex technology, data or transformation projects within large enterprise environments. * Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams, stakeholders and delivery partners across large-scale programmes of work. * Deep familiarity with the Microsoft Copilot product family end-to-end, including in-app Copilot, pre-built and shared agents, Copilot Chat, Agent Builder, Copilot Studio and advanced agent frameworks. * Experience beyond the Microsoft ecosystem, including AI development and orchestration platforms such as Python multi-agent frameworks, Databricks, Google Vertex AI and open agent tooling. * Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies, governance frameworks and change management principles. * Ability to work effectively with technical teams, architects, engineers and data specialists, translating complex concepts into business-focused outcomes. * Strong technical fluency across AI technologies and solution architecture, with the ability to challenge design decisions and discuss trade-offs with architects, engineers and data scientists. * Experience managing senior stakeholders and communicating effectively with executive audiences. * Strong commercial awareness, including budget management, vendor oversight and business case delivery. * Experience working within Agile, Scrum, Kanban or scaled delivery environments. * Excellent organisational, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills. SUCCESS MEASURES: * Successful delivery of enterprise AI projects into production environments. * Achievement of agreed business outcomes, including productivity improvements, cost efficiencies and revenue opportunities. * Strong stakeholder satisfaction and executive confidence in project delivery. * High levels of user adoption and engagement following deployment. * Effective management of project risks, dependencies and governance requirements. * Timely delivery against agreed project milestones and budgets. * Demonstrable contribution to the growth and maturity of WPP's enterprise AI capability. Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid  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. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT [https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment]) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

About WPP Media 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. For more information, visit wppmedia.com [wppmedia.com]. 3096 - Paid Search Senior Account Executive - UK Role Summary and Impact Wavemaker positively provokes growth for clients by reshaping consumer decision-making and experiences through media, content, and technology. Our name is both our mission and our method. We do our best work for brave brands and people who relish being challenged to go further and faster, together.  About the role As a Paid Search Senior Account Executive, you will be responsible for the execution of paid search activity. You will build strong platform knowledge and supplier relationships, as well as autonomously deliver structured experimentations, accurate media plans & billing, performance optimisation, and reporting & analysis. * Oversee, as appropriate, the performance of more junior team members ensuring that you are checking their work and advising them on the correct course of action as needed. 1. Ensure adherence to the Wavemaker Way for Paid Search on your clients and contribute to the development our products. 2. Making full use of the technology available. Adoption of 3rd and 1st party tools & technology (e.g. Unlock, GroupM Automations Portal etc.). * Support on the day-to-day QA process across activation, minimizing error and risk, and ensuring consistent and accurate adherence to process. 1. 1. Interact effectively within your internal client team, and with the client & suppliers, building solid working relationships and establishing rapport. 2. Ensure that wider client or team deliverables (such as performance commentary and weekly reporting) are prepared, working with other team members on delivery of this information, and ensuring quality of output is maintained. 3. Work with your colleagues in the Global Hub to ensure daily diagnostics and governance is achieved to the highest standards. * Active member of the Paid Search community which includes contributing to internal team meetings, participation in wider GroupM training & events, and more * Performance. 1. Collaborate with and support other team members in the implementation and optimisation of paid search campaigns for clients. 2. Effectively run best practice compliant paid search campaigns; ensuring ongoing and timely optimization is delivered and constantly looking for opportunities to improve performance. 3. Identify gaps in achievement of goals, objectives and/or processes, and work with the line manager to improve performance and drive efficiencies. 4. Spot trends & patterns in data, fix alerts & anomalies before they become a problem. * Responsible for the execution of a ‘fearless growth’ mindset in your team; continually experimenting and driving performance forwards for clients. 1. Take ownership of some of the elements of the testing plan, suggesting new ideas, planning, executing & evaluating tests with methodical accuracy. 2. Make sure that service level agreements are aligned with all relevant stakeholders and that all deadlines are met, with tasks managed through our project management suite. Measures for success in this role will include: no account errors, your accounts never go offline, improved performance and results, completion of tasks & projects on time, client feedback, effective communication, and overall progress of clients against the WM Search Maturity Framework. Skills and Experience We are looking for candidates who are self-starters, want to succeed and have a desire to push the boundaries. Passionate about digital marketing, specifically Paid Search and Cross-Platform campaign formats (e.g. Performance Max, Microsoft Audience Network etc.). Successful candidates will have an analytical mindset coupled with creativity. It’s essential that you have: * Deep Paid Search knowledge and experience, with current dated certifications (Google Ads and Microsoft Ads). * Understanding of bid management and core PPC technology platforms (Google Analytics, GMP platform, SA360, Adobe for example). * Strong Microsoft Office skills which include Excel & PowerPoint. * Experience in Google Data Studio or similar reporting platforms. * Operationally proficient with excellent project management skills. You have a demonstratable ability to manage multiple tasks at once. * You are proactive; our mantra is all about ‘Positive Provocation’. We need people who have the confidence to question the status quo. * You focus on causation, not just the correlation of data & performance. Identify the insight, make it actionable, get it done. * You have immaculate attention to detail. 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, 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.  Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.  Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location  Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) [https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy] for more information on how we process the information you provide.   While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   #LI-Promoted    Please read our Privacy Notice [https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment] for more information on how we process the information you provide.