Business Director (Planning)

TL;DR

Business Director (Planning): Leading client relationships and strategic communications planning to deliver digitally driven, insight-led marketing growth. With an accent on digital and data integration, creative campaign development, and team leadership. Focus on solving strategic challenges in digital excellence and innovation within a senior leadership team.

Location: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid work with office presence around four days a week)

Company

hirify.global is a global media collective within WPP, focused on creative transformation and delivering growth through media intelligence, data solutions, and strategic counsel.

What you will do

• Lead client relationships as the key account lead and own the account strategy.
• Build and motivate a skilled, future-proof team focused on career development.
• Drive digital-first, insight-led communications that deliver business growth.
• Collaborate with senior leadership including Managing Partner, Partners, and Digital Directors.
• Focus on innovation and digital excellence to develop integrated marketing communications.
• Participate in leadership team meetings and cross-portfolio workstreams.

Requirements

• Location: Must be based in or able to work in London, United Kingdom with hybrid office attendance.
• Excellent leadership experience, including leading large teams and senior client engagement.
• Strong analytical mindset with passion for the media and marketing industry.
• Detailed understanding of communications planning across paid, owned, and earned media channels.
• Extensive digital experience working with in-house specialist teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills to manage diverse workloads and stakeholders.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with office presence around four days per week.
• Access to global WPP networks for professional growth and learning.
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and group retirement plans.
• Significant paid time off and employee mental health awareness days.
• Inclusive culture fostering respect, creativity, and collaboration.