Global Strategy Manager

Location: London, United Kingdom; hybrid work with teams in the office around four days a week. UK-based role requiring the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Company

hirify.global is WPP’s AI-driven global media operating unit, combining media, data, partnerships, and WPP Open to deliver personalized marketing at scale.

What you will do

• Serve as the day-to-day strategy interface for Unilever’s global brand and media teams and relevant creative agency partners.
• Support the Global Strategy Director in developing global communication strategies for Unilever Foods.
• Collaborate with local markets to inform creative development and guide local media implementation.
• Work with insights and innovation specialists to create audience and channel insights.
• Share best practices and learning across the global, regional, and local Mindshare network.

Requirements

• Proven experience in local, regional, and global media roles for high-profile global brands.
• Track record of producing industry-leading and award-winning campaigns.
• Understanding of Mindshare’s skills, services, specialist functions, and wider network.
• Awareness of research tools, syndicated services, proprietary tools, and publicly available data.
• Current knowledge of media owners, content owners, production agencies, research companies, and other industry suppliers.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and team-building skills.

Nice to have

• A second language.
• Curiosity about audiences and changing media channels.
• Creative and challenging approaches to solving business and media challenges.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to global hirify.global and WPP networks for professional development, networking, and learning.
• Employee resource groups and frequent in-office events.
• Competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Group retirement plans and significant paid time off.
• Partner discounts and employee mental health awareness days.
• Culture focused on creativity, collaboration, inclusion, and career growth.