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Planning Lead

LondonFull-time2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead media planning output for specific clients, articulating strategic approaches into media behaviors and driving growth through media, content, and technology.

Role type

Senior IC media planning lead

Builds

Media strategies, planning responses, and client growth solutions

Domain

Advertising & Media Buying

Required skills

Strategic thinking, Stakeholder management, Campaign management, Storytelling, Problem solving, Commercial acumen

Preferred skills

Advanced understanding of media tools and technology, Coaching junior team members, Innovation in media solutions

Technologies

Media planning tools, Data analytics platforms, WPP Open

Responsibilities

Lead planning output for specific clients, manage senior client relationships, manage and coach the planning team, develop media strategies and frameworks, create compelling stories for key decision makers, balance short-term and long-term campaign goals

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC