Client Development Lead, Client Teams, GCS

Location: UK, hybrid, with office attendance around four days a week. Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Company

hirify.global is WPP’s AI-driven media operating unit, combining media, data, partnerships, and the WPP Open platform to support growth for global brands.

What you will do

• Lead growth planning, governance rhythms, and commercial accountability across the client portfolio.
• Design and deliver strategic client programmes focused on retention, redesign, and transformation.
• Lead complex growth projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Embed best practices, learning, and scalable growth models across clients.
• Contribute to cross-client insight, pattern detection, and capability development.

Requirements

• Experience in senior client leadership, strategy, growth, or transformation roles.
• Strong understanding of agency, platform, and networked business models.
• Ability to work across strategy, governance, and delivery.
• Strong stakeholder management and programme leadership capabilities.
• Commercial mindset with strong structuring and prioritisation skills.
• Confidence working across complex stakeholder environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with teams typically working in the office around four days per week.
• Access to global hirify.global and WPP networks for learning, collaboration, and professional development.
• Employee resource groups and regular in-office events.
• Medical, vision, dental, and group retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.