CareerPlan

Client Lead

JohannesburgFull-time2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10

Core

Oversees a specific portfolio/category, serving as the primary client contact to foster relationships, drive growth, and ensure profitable delivery of media solutions.

Role type

Senior Client Portfolio Lead

Builds

Integrated media solutions and strategic action plans for client portfolios

Domain

Media & Advertising (Digital and Automotive)

Required skills

Client relationship management, strategic planning, team leadership, financial management, contract negotiation, budget forecasting, cross-agency coordination, media trend analysis, presentation skills

Preferred skills

Digital and automotive industry experience, thought leadership content creation

Technologies

WPP Open, Open Intelligence, media planning tools, financial management systems

Responsibilities

Develop and nurture strong relationships with key client stakeholders; translate client vision into operational action plans; direct and guide teams to deliver high-quality client deliverables on time and within budget; oversee client budgets, forecasting, and vendor negotiations; lead annual and campaign strategy briefing processes; mentor and develop team members; present innovative media solutions and post-campaign analysis to clients.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership