About WPP Production
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
A Hybrid working model
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.
Hex
HEX functions simultaneously as a creative production studio, R&D lab and consultancy. The studio specialises in generative and agentic AI, gaming, immersive experiences and robotics, and is already delivering innovative work for WPP's global client roster. HEX's approach provides a direct solution to one of the economy's most significant challenges: the AI talent gap. The studio works closely with technology partners like Adobe, Google and NVIDIA to test emerging tech and explore real-world applications, embedding teams of forward-deployed experts from HEX directly with clients for months at a time to evaluate challenges, build custom solutions and train internal teams to use AI workflows independently.
What does a Business Director do at WPP Production?
By understanding WPP Production's full breath of services, our Business Directors bring smart solutions to clients, helping them transition and transform their business. You are a hunter and team builder who drives client business, as well as grows WPP Production's opportunities and revenue.
You add value by maintaining and growing client relationships and are valued by senior clients for your partnership and strategic guidance. You are a driver of growth, who identifies new business opportunities and manages new business pitches to grow your portfolio of business. A storyteller who can drive and lead business with the ability to write and present decks with flare and precision. An exceptional leader of clients, complex teams and individuals, you epitomise our brand values, are passionate about the business and inspire others to continually push to be better. You partner with the Global Client MD (GCMD) and Global Client Lead (GCL) as well as the wider team helping to deliver the right strategic messaging and expectations for delivery excellence.
Key areas of responsibility
Growth and account planning
- Support GCMD and GCL in driving agency revenue growth across new business
- Drive organic strategic business growth through strong relationships, a solid knowledge of your clients' business, strategic direction and competitive landscape
- Focus on cross selling our capabilities and services to extend our offering to clients
- Partner with the Commercial Team and Client Operations Director to formulate plans to manage and leverage opportunities to drive client business and partnership
- Drive and maintain a client business development plan, comms and contact strategy (per client) and identify specific opportunities and actions
- Play a key role in new business pitches
Relationship management
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Why work here:
At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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.
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