International Client Lead (Theatrical)

TL;DR

International Client Lead (Theatrical): Translating global studio vision into coordinated, high-performing media strategies for MGM International’s theatrical and digital distribution business with an accent on international media ecosystems, cultural nuances, and matrixed organizations. Focus on leading multi-disciplinary teams, overseeing international campaign delivery, and ensuring operational excellence during high-volume launch windows.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK. Must have the right to work in this location.

Company

hirify.global is WPP’s global media collective, bringing together platforms, people, and partners to create limitless opportunities for growth in media.

What you will do

• Serve as the senior strategic partner to MGM International marketing leadership.
• Translate global theatrical and distribution vision into clear, integrated international media direction and lead strategic rhythms.
• Establish and scale the international media model and team, ensuring markets understand global and local dynamics.
• Oversee all international campaign delivery, ensuring integration across strategy, planning, and activation.
• Build strong, transparent partnerships with global title teams, local market leads, and Amazon internal teams.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary global hub team across strategy, planning, activation, operations, and insights.

Requirements

• Significant experience leading global or multi-market entertainment or theatrical accounts.
• Deep understanding of international media ecosystems and cultural nuances across regions.
• Strong experience navigating matrixed organizations and connecting cross-functional teams.
• Ability to simplify complexity, synthesize information, and guide stakeholders toward clarity.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, ideally in a global hub model.
• Strong operational discipline and comfort managing high-velocity campaign environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance.
• Significant paid time off and preferential partner discounts.
• Employee mental health awareness days.
• Hybrid work approach with teams in the office around four days a week.
• Commitment to employee growth, learning, and diverse employee resource groups.