About this role
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.
We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.
We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.
Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
For more information, visit WPP.com.
Why we're hiring:
WPP is embarking on a major 3-year Transformation to simplify, modernise, and unify its technology platforms across the group. This change is critical to:
Enable cost-effective transformation and operational efficiency
Accelerate adoption of AI, data, and digital platforms
Ensure consistent delivery of value and benefits across all agencies and markets
Minimise disruption and maximise engagement during large-scale change
A dedicated Cluster lead is needed to orchestrate the people side of this transformation, ensuring that new ways of working are adopted, benefits are realised, and change fatigue is minimised.
What you'll be doing:
Define and execute a forward-thinking platform strategy for the Corporate functions, balancing unique business needs with broader organisational objectives.
Collaborate closely with the Corporate CIO and other stakeholders to ensure platform initiatives align with the overall Business Platforms strategy.
Drive operational excellence by aligning business goals, platform capabilities, team workload, and backlog prioritisation to enhance user satisfaction.
Lead the development, enhancement, and integration of scalable, innovative business platforms, leveraging global templates and standards.
Oversee the full product lifecycle: platform enhancements, support, upgrades, integrations, and continuous improvement for seamless user experience.
Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation across teams to optimise platform performance and drive adoption of new technologies.
Partner with the Enterprise Data department to implement data-driven strategies that improve platform performance, usability, and ROI.
Manage relationships with external vendors and technology partners, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and maximising value.
Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders across the Corporate functions, providing guidance and leadership on platform-related matters.
Ensure platforms comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards, implementing robust risk management and data security practices.
Champion change management initiatives, driving adoption and managing resistance to change effectively across the Corporate functions.
Build and lead high-performing teams, providing line management, talent development, and performance management support.
What you'll need:
Critical Knowledge and Experience:
Extensive senior experience in a global, complex organisation and/or matrix environment
Proven experience leading platform and ERP initiatives in large, complex organisations
Deep knowledge of business platforms, system architecture, and integration
Strong track record in change management and large-scale transformation
Expertise in stakeholder management, negotiation, and consensus building
Experience managing cross-functional, geographically distributed teams
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Requirements
- Platform Strategy & Execution
- Business Platform Architecture & Integration
- Operational Excellence & Product Lifecycle Management
- Change Management & Transformation
- Stakeholder Engagement & Consensus Building
- Vendor & Partner Management Data-Driven
- Decision Making Communication & Influencing Skills
- Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Who you are:
- You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
- You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
- You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
- What we'll give you:
- Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
- Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
- Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?