Associate, Clients

Job Title: Associate, Clients

Reports To: Manager, Clients

Function: Clients

Location: Hong Kong

About WPP Media

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.

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Role Summary and Impact

WPP Media Hong Kong is seeking a motivated professional to join our client team as an Associate, Clients. In this foundational role, you will be a key contributor to the full media planning and buying cycle. You will provide essential operational support, ensure the accurate execution of campaign tasks, and develop integrated media plans. Furthermore, you will manage day-to-day campaign activities, build a strong understanding of media tools and processes, and serve as a reliable point of contact for clients to ensure smooth coordination and effective delivery.

Core Responsibilities:

Media Plan Development & Research: Gather competitive data, media landscape information, and relevant market research. Develop foundational media plans and recommendations across digital, social, and traditional channels based on client briefs and strategic direction.

Campaign Execution & Management: Oversee the day-to-day management of media campaigns, ensuring they are executed flawlessly, on schedule, and within budget. Assist with campaign setup, ad trafficking, and the generation of tracking links to ensure timely launches.

Data Management & Performance Analysis: Monitor live campaigns and accurately compile data from various platforms for regular performance reports. Analyze performance data to identify initial insights and trends, and assist with financial processes, including billing and reconciliation.

Team Collaboration & External Coordination: Work closely with internal peers and senior staff to ensure all operational aspects of media campaigns are handled efficiently. Serve as a day-to-day contact for designated clients, managing their requests and communications, and liaise directly with media vendors to gather information and secure proposals.

Skills and Experience

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.

Required Skills & Experience:

• University degree in any discipline; marketing, advertising, or communications preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of experience in a media planning or digital media role, preferably within a media agency (fresh graduates with a strong desire to build a career in media and relevant internship experience are welcome).
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and the fundamentals of media planning and buying.
• Experience with, or a strong capacity to learn, industry tools such as ad-serving platforms (e.g., Sizmek, Campaign Manager 360) and competitive monitoring tools (e.g., admanGo).
• High attention to detail, strong numerical aptitude, and proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide initial insights.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive, eager-to-learn attitude paired with excellent communication skills and growing confidence in client interactions.
• Fluency in spoken and written English, Cantonese, and Mandarin

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Familiarity with digital marketing or social media platforms.
• Basic knowledge of SEM and/or programmatic platforms.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of WPP Media brands and capabilities.

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. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

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 flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.