Head of Industry Partnerships and Employer Brand
Core
Define and execute WPP's global strategy for industry partnerships, sponsorships, and awards to position the company as an inclusive leader.
Role type
Senior IC Head of Industry Partnerships & Engagement
Builds
Global partnership framework, sponsorship investment plans, and industry event activation strategies
Domain
Advertising, Media, Marketing, Inclusion & Belonging
Required skills
Strategic partnership management, sponsorship budget allocation, industry event activation, stakeholder engagement, awards strategy, impact reporting
Preferred skills
Agency/advertising industry experience, familiarity with Cannes Lions/Advertising Week/CES, public speaking, team leadership
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Set criteria for external inclusion partners and industry bodies; manage sponsorship budget allocation and vendor administration; lead WPP's presence at priority industry events; build speaker and ambassador rosters; manage global inclusion awards submissions and impact reporting
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
