CareerPlan

New Business Director [Global]

UK - London - Sea Containers HouseFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Define strategic direction for high-value opportunities, design integrated client solutions and commercial models, and build a repeatable global growth engine for WPP Production.

Role type

Senior IC New Business Director (Global)

Builds

Integrated multi-channel content solutions and repeatable growth frameworks for global brands

Domain

Global marketing production and content services

Required skills

Strategic thinking, narrative development, commercial modeling, pitch leadership, cross-functional integration, stakeholder influence, growth strategy, team mentoring, AI/tech innovation, market analysis

Preferred skills

Experience with AI tools, operating in ambiguous environments, scaling global teams

Technologies

AI, next-generation production tools

Responsibilities

Lead strategic direction for priority high-value opportunities; Design end-to-end client solutions and commercial models; Drive global growth strategy with the Chief Growth Officer; Act as a "pitch doctor" to strengthen narrative and response quality; Present to senior clients and leadership; Build and scale team capability through coaching and mentoring; Identify and embed new ways of working and innovation in growth.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership