Client Director

About WPP Media
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. 

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com 

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values: 

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Role Summary and Impact 
As a Client Director, you'll be the strategic partner, deeply embedding yourself in our client's business to translate their objectives into innovative, high-impact media solutions. You'll own the client relationship, ensuring exceptional service delivery and fostering long-term partnerships that drive significant account growth and retention. This role demands hands-on leadership of the client team to achieve excellence and deliver measurable business results. 

Skills and Experience 

Required: 

• 5+ years in client services leadership within a media agency or equivalent.
• Proven track record managing and growing key client accounts.
• Deep expertise in the media landscape (digital, traditional, emerging) and crafting comprehensive media strategies.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and motivating high-performing media teams.
• Strong commercial understanding to identify growth opportunities and manage budgets.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for senior client stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solver with a knack for anticipating needs and developing effective solutions.
• Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Media (or equivalent). 

Desired (Bonus Points If You Have): 

• Experience guiding clients through digital transformation and leveraging data.
• Involvement in new business development or expanding existing client relationships.
• Knowledge of Telecommunication and subscription-based services.
• Familiarity with advanced analytics tools and methodologies (e.g., MMM). 

Life at WPP Media & Benefits 
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. 

In Sweden, our benefits include a SEK 3,000 wellness allowance, a 37,5-hour workweek, half-days and “klämdagar" off, 30 days of vacation, and two paid volunteer days per year. WPP Media Sweden is a member of Almega, and all employees are covered by a collective bargaining agreement (kollektivavtal), which ensures occupational pension, insurance, and other negotiated terms. We host regular team activities, knowledge-sharing sessions, and wellness initiatives throughout the year. 

 WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.  
   
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.  
 
Application 
This is a full-time permanent position with a start date as soon as possible. We apply a six-month probationary period. In addition to reviewing your CV and conducting interviews, our recruitment process includes a testing phase. Selection and interviews are ongoing, so please submit your application with your CV and cover letter as soon as possible. 

 We believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger and encourage applications from people of all genders, backgrounds, and experiences.  

Contact
If you have questions about the position, feel free to contact Anneli Olofsson, Business Director, anneli.olofsson@wppmedia.com. Due to GDPR, we do not accept applications via email.   

 
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