Director Brand Experience & Partnerships (Mensch)
The Director of Brand Experience & Partnerships at WPP Media leads the strategic and creative direction of brand experiences, elevating them to new heights. This role involves inspiring and guiding a team with a clear vision, developing innovative concepts across the entire customer journey, and initiating strong, sustainable partnerships, particularly in the areas of sports and entertainment. With a keen sense of trends and a passion for exceptional brand experiences, the Director creates engaging and lasting impressions.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing the overall strategy for the Brand Experience & Partnerships department, aligning with agency goals and current market demands. The Director provides both disciplinary and professional leadership to teams, fostering an innovative, performance-oriented, and collaborative culture. Identifying new business opportunities, acquiring major clients, and building strategic customer relationships at the top level are essential aspects of the role. Additionally, the Director is responsible for innovation management, developing new business models and services to position the agency as a leading partner. Overseeing budget, resource, and result planning ensures high quality and efficiency, while actively promoting close collaboration with other agency departments and external partners.
The ideal candidate possesses extensive leadership experience in brand experience, media, content, or partnerships. They demonstrate outstanding strategic and conceptual skills, coupled with a strong innovative spirit. A proven track record in leading and developing teams, as well as managing complex client projects at the top level, is essential. Excellent networking skills in relevant industries such as brands, media, entertainment, sports, and technology are highly advantageous. Strong customer orientation, assertiveness, and a confident demeanor enable effective communication at the C-level. An entrepreneurial mindset, high self-motivation, and fluency in both German and English are also required.
WPP Media offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working hours and remote work options to support work-life balance. Employees receive 30 vacation days plus an additional flexible day, with the 24th and 31st of December also being free. Health services, attractive retirement provisions, and mental health awareness days prioritize employee well-being. A variety of training opportunities and internal career programs support professional development. Additional perks include memorable events, employee discounts, and benefits such as a job ticket, Wellhub, or job bike.
At WPP Media, employees are part of a global network that fosters diversity, inclusion, and a culture of belonging. The company invests in employee growth and provides numerous opportunities for internal career progression. Regular internal events encourage exchange, inspiration, and the celebration of successes. WPP Media is committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone has the same opportunities to contribute and grow professionally.