Manager - Talent Acquisition

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. 

Role Summary and Impact
The Manager – Talent Acquisition will be responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment strategy, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality talent across the business. This role involves leading a team of recruiters, managing key stakeholder relationships, and driving innovative sourcing strategies in line with business needs. The manager will also partner closely with business leaders and HR to forecast hiring demand and deliver best-in-class recruitment solutions.
3 Best Things About the Job:
1. Lead and mentor a team of recruiters, while managing hiring for the world’s leading media agency group with multiple operating companies and strong brands.
2. Be recognized for your ability to deliver both operational excellence and strategic innovation in Talent Acquisition.
3. Work in a demanding, high-growth industry at the heart of digital, data, analytics, and technology, where change is constant
Responsibilities of the Role:
 Lead and manage the Talent Acquisition team, ensuring alignment with the overall business and HR strategy.
 Partner with business leaders, HR, and stakeholders to forecast hiring needs, develop workforce plans, and deliver on talent priorities.
 Drive sourcing innovation by leveraging multiple channels including digital platforms, professional networks, referrals, and emerging sourcing tools.
 Provide consultative recruitment support, ensuring exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience.
 Monitor and ensure compliance with all recruitment processes, policies, and SOX requirements.
 Track hiring metrics and provide regular updates to leadership on recruitment performance and market insights.
 Coach, mentor, and upskill the TA team to enhance delivery capability.
 Collaborate with the onshore and global TA teams to align on processes, interview scheduling, and feedback loops.
Skills and Experience:
 7-10 years of progressive recruitment experience, with at least 2-3 years in a 
team management capacity.
 Strong expertise in hiring for digital, analytics, technology, and niche skill sets.
 Proven track record of building and managing high-performing recruitment teams.
 Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing and partnering with senior leaders.
 Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, including advanced Boolean search, social recruiting, and talent mapping.
 Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment analytics.
 Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while maintaining a focus on quality and compliance.

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.