Global Client Compliance Manager (Advertising)

Location: London, United Kingdom; hybrid work with teams in the office around four days a week. This is a UK-based role and candidates 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 deliver personalized advertising at scale.

What you will do

• Manage commercial audit programs across global hirify.global agencies, coordinating markets and auditors.
• Prepare audit scopes, NDAs, MRLs, briefings, and agency questionnaires.
• Track audit results, settlements, and makegoods while supporting client profitability and satisfaction.
• Provide consultancy on contractual terms, market-specific commercial practices, and financial and audit best practices.
• Implement tailored compliance programs and contribute to training and best-practice initiatives.
• Maintain agency commercial guidance documentation and related systems.

Requirements

• Strong financial acumen with analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle challenging conversations.
• Excellent organisational, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with ownership of assignments.
• Qualification or part-qualification as an accountant or auditor, or a bachelor’s degree/equivalent experience in commercial, accounting, finance, international business, or a related field.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom is required.

Nice to have

• Experience interpreting and applying contract terms.
• Industry commercial or financial experience and hands-on experience across multiple markets.
• Knowledge of media performance audits, digital audits, agency benefits, disclosed buying models, undisclosed inventory, vendor contracts, and remuneration models.

Culture & Benefits

• Open and inclusive environment built on trust, respect, collaboration, and professional development.
• Access to global hirify.global and WPP networks, employee resource groups, and in-office events.
• Medical, retirement, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off, partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
• Hybrid working model with regular office collaboration.