Wavemaker | Director
3 days ago
Job title: Director Reporting to: Client Leader Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description: Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Director join us.In this role, you will be responsible for demonstrating success in managing media planning businesses for a large brand. 3 best things about the job:
Working with an exciting client known to be bold, ambitious and creative.Working with a passionate, driven and highly capable team.Opportunity to grow and learn with clients that lean forward with innovations.About Wavemaker We always believe there is a better way to grow our client and our people. We do this by positively provoking growth for our clients and people. We work with clients to help them grow and shape their consumers’ brand decisions and experiences through media, content, and technology. We have one single attitude – Positive Provocation. Our name is our mission and our method. To make waves, you need to be provocative, even fearless. We always make sure we have each other’s backs through our inclusive culture. We do our best work for brave brands and people who want to be challenged to go further and faster. We know it’s not easy, but if it’s in you, we will get it out of you. Our attitude of Positive Provocation is enabled by:
The deep Knowledge we have of our clients’ business.The confidence to Challenge what’s gone before.The Support to go further than we thought possible.Core responsibilities:
Have a thorough understanding of the clients’ businesses (KPIs, key challenges and how they differ from other brands).Understand the key tools and processes critical to the everyday running of the account.Managing the day to day output of the team with high quality and high responsiveness to client requestsThorough knowledge of the integrated media landscape of brands handledEstablish relationship with key clients.Embedded yourself into the internal team and understood the different specialist teams you work withBuilt a strong, collaborative relationship with your clients, acting as the senior contact across clients.Improve outputs and presentation of reviews/planning sessionsSuggest improvements in ways of working or processes of any clientsBegin to consult with clients on their business and how Wavemaker can influence business outcomesDrive incremental revenue and drive profitability for the team, including but not limited to fee and contract negotiations.Lead and deliver all client responses to brief with the team in a strategic wayLead planning response from insight and strategy through to executionInspire the team to develop skills and growManage team workload and bring efficiency at client deliveryProvide enough and timely feedback/appraisal to direct reports in a thorough and professional mannerAdditional responsibilities:
Managing and being responsive to client requests, appropriately delegating tasks to individual team members.Guide team members to develop strategic thinking and integrated media planning skillsDrive digital acceleration and application of digital planning principles.Work closely with the specialist teams to ensure you are up to date with their latest offeringsWork closely with media partners on responses to briefs or pro-actives.Ongoing learning of the client’s category/competitive activity as well as the changing media landscapeAttending meetings – internal, client and cross-agencyAlways questioning – using the insights at our disposal, either through the strategy team or business science, consider how this might affect the overall communications for clients.Take part in new business pitches and provide insightful and comprehensive communication solutions for the agency and its clientsThe Candidate:
This is a leadership role requiring proactivity and a determination to create change.You are expected to have experience in digital strategy, communications planning, digital consultancy and execution wherever possible in an agency environment.Understanding of programmatic landscape viz, trends, technologies (DMP, DSP, SSP etc.) – PreferredCuriosity – always asking meaningful questions, challenging the brief if necessaryHigh attention to detail to ensure the team’s output is of the highest qualityProven experience in managing people and ability to adapt management styleStrong team playerAbility to navigate difficult client situations/manage expectations in a diplomatic wayEnterprising – ability to identify and drive revenue opportunitiesWe are a part of GroupM, WPP’s global media investment management company. Discover more on
,
and
We are an equal opportunities employer. All GroupM agencies are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender identity, disability, culture/religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
More about GroupM India
2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale.At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners, and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done.GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.
-
Wavemaker | Business Director
7 days ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescriptionRole: Business DirectorOverview of jobWavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Business Director to join our Data practice.At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why...
-
Wavemaker | Business Director
3 months ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Business Director to join our Data practice. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength,...
-
Wavemaker | Business Director
3 months ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Business Director to join our Data practice.At GroupM APAC, our people are our...
-
Wavemaker | Business Director
4 weeks ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Business Director to join our Data practice.At GroupM APAC, our people are our...
-
Wavemaker | Business Director
4 weeks ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Business Director to join our Data practice. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength,...
-
Wavemaker | Associate Director
1 month ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Associate Director Reporting to: Director Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description :Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Associate Director to...
-
Wavemaker | Associate Director
4 weeks ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Associate Director Reporting to: Director Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description :Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Associate...
-
Wavemaker | Associate Director
4 weeks ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Associate Director Reporting to: Director Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description :Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Associate Director to...
-
Wavemaker | Director
3 months ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Director Reporting to: SeniorDirector/ Client Lead Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description : Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Director to join us. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why...
-
Wavemaker | Director
4 weeks ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Director Reporting to: SeniorDirector/ Client Lead Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description : Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Director to join us. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why...
-
Wavemaker | Director
4 weeks ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Director Reporting to: SeniorDirector/ Client Lead Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description : Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Director to join us. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why...
-
Wavemaker | Associate Director
3 days ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescriptionJob title:Associate DirectorReporting to:Business DirectorLocation, Country:MumbaiBrief role description: Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Associate Director to join us. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture...
-
Wavemaker | Director
4 days ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Director Reporting to: Client Leader Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description: Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Director join us.In this role, you will be responsible for demonstrating success in managing media...
-
Wavemaker | Director
5 days ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Director Reporting to: Client Leader Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description: Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Director join us.In this role, you will be responsible for demonstrating success in managing media planning...
-
Wavemaker | Associate Director
4 days ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Associate Director Reporting to: Business Director Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description : Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Associate Director to join us. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength,...
-
Wavemaker | Associate Director
5 days ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Job title: Associate Director Reporting to: Business Director Location, Country: Mumbai Brief role description : Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is part of WPP. We are currently looking for a Associate Director to join us. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is...
-
Wavemaker | Director
1 month ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Associate Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a director to join our Digital practice. In this role, you will be responsible...
-
Wavemaker | Director
4 weeks ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Associate Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a director to join our Digital practice. In this role, you will be...
-
Wavemaker | Director
1 month ago
mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Associate Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a director to join our Digital practice. In this role, you will be...
-
Wavemaker | Director
4 weeks ago
Mumbai, India Wavemaker Full timeDescription Role: Associate Business Director Overview of job Wavemaker is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and is a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a director to join our Digital practice. In this role, you will be responsible...
