Role Overview
WPP Media is hiring a mid-level Manager - Strategy. This is a full-time role in Mumbai. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
About WPP Media
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.
WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.
For more information, visit wppmedia.com.
About WPP Media
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.
WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com
At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:
- Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
- Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
- Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
Overview of Job
Mindshare Fulcrum, part of WPP Media, is seeking a Manager – Strategy to join our Business Planning C Strategy team. You will play a key role in providing data-driven
insights to inform media planning and strategy, focusing on business intelligence to stay ahead of industry trends.
Key Responsibilities
Business Intelligence: Scan the market for relevant data, compile reports, and provide insights for Intelligence Reports.
Data Reporting s Analysis: Analyze media and brand performance, manage reports on media metrics and effectiveness, and provide actionable insights.
Collaboration s Stakeholder Management: Work with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure data availability and integration.
Reporting of the Role
This role reports to: Sr. Director – Business Intelligence
3 Best Things About the Job
Shape media planning through actionable insights.
Work with top brands and industry leaders.
Collaborate across categories with both legacy and emerging brands.
In This Role, Your Goals Will Be:
In 3 months: Gain knowledge of client categories and research tools, independently manage key reports and identify areas to lead.
In 6 months: Become the go-to expert for media measurement dashboards, collaborate proactively across teams and present new data presentation concepts.
In 12 months: Take ownership of key media measurement projects, lead workstreams and drive impact with data-driven insights.
What Your Day Job Looks Like
Analyze market data and trends for actionable business insights. Manage reports on media spends, performance, and brand metrics.
Provide consumer insights and competitive intelligence to support media strategy. Collaborate with teams and external partners to integrate and analyze data.
What You Will Need
Must Have
4+ years of experience in data analysis, consumer insights C competitive intelligence. Strong quantitative and analytical skills with experience in data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
Knowledge of TV and Digital media planning and performance metrics. Excellent attention to detail and ability to communicate insights clearly.
Good to Have
Familiarity with media planning tools (Kantar, BARC, TGI). Experience in competitive intelligence and market research.Knowledge of pivot tables, Power Bi, statistical analysis methods and media mix modelling.
Minimum Qualifications
Postgraduate degree in Marketing, Business, or related field.
4+ years in data analysis, media planning, and consumer insights.
Strong interest in marketing, consumer behaviour and the media landscape.
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Manager - Strategy position at WPP Media located?
This position is based in Mumbai. WPP Media has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Manager - Strategy at WPP Media earn?
WPP Media has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Manager - Strategy role at WPP Media posted?
This role was posted on March 18, 2026 (81 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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