SVP, Data Strategy
The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Data Strategy at WPP Media is a pivotal leadership role within Choreograph, WPP's global data products and technology company. This position is based in London, United Kingdom, and focuses on driving transformative growth for a portfolio of WPP's largest clients, including renowned brands such as Colgate, Danone, Nationwide, and Eurostar. The SVP will oversee the data strategy practice across the Wavemaker and T&P agency groups, ensuring the delivery of exceptional client outcomes and fostering innovation in data-driven marketing strategies.
Key responsibilities include owning the strategic data relationships and growth plans for the client portfolio, ensuring each client has a clear data maturity roadmap that drives measurable business growth. The SVP will act as the senior executive sponsor for key clients, leading, mentoring, and developing a team of two Vice Presidents and an overall team of six. Additionally, the role involves architecting and managing the UK Data Strategy partnership map, serving as the primary point of contact for critical data and technology partners, and leading the evaluation and structuring of new partnerships.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience leading data strategy or analytics functions at a senior level, with a proven track record of managing large, complex client portfolios. Demonstrable experience in building and managing strategic alliances with major data and technology partners is essential. The role requires exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to C-suite level clients and agency partners. A strategic mindset with a deep understanding of the broader industry landscape and the ability to identify and activate partnership opportunities that create client value is also crucial.
WPP Media offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, investing in employees to help them achieve their best work. Benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. The company fosters a culture of respect and inclusivity, ensuring that everyone feels they belong and has equal opportunities to progress in their careers.