Account Executive H/F – Permanent Contract

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About WPP Media:

WPP is the trusted partner of the world's largest brands for their growth. We bring together cutting-edge media intelligence, world-class creativity, next-generation production, AI-era marketing transformation solutions, and expert strategic consulting within a single company.

Powered by exceptional talent and WPP Open, our agentic marketing platform, we deploy AI at scale to help our clients navigate a changing world and optimize their marketing investments.

For more information, visit www.wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP's global media collective. In a world where media is ubiquitous, we bring together the best platform, the best talent, and the best partners to develop the most innovative solutions, delivering unparalleled growth for our clients. For more information, visit www.wppmedia.com.

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our employees. It is through this synergy that we succeed in creating truly exceptional experiences, both for our clients and for our internal teams.

To succeed in this role, it is essential to embody the core values that unite WPP and WPP Media:

• Be Extraordinary by fostering collective leadership that inspires truly transformative creativity.
• Create an Open Environment by finding the perfect balance between the development of our employees and client satisfaction, all founded on mutual trust.
• Lead with Optimism by actively driving growth and development to mobilize our entire organization.

Role and missions:

Context & Team:
As part of a replacement, you will join a Business Unit (BU) of 6 people. You will work within a dynamic team.

You will report directly to an Account Director within the BU and work closely with the BU's Business Partner.

You will be responsible for the operational management and strategic follow-up of a portfolio of 3 major and stimulating client accounts:

• FoodTech & Quick Delivery Sector: New global account of international scope. You will participate in the local deployment of campaigns in France and ensure coordination with the global team based in the UK. This is a strategically important account offering real autonomy and local maneuverability.
• Energy & Mobility Sector: Monitoring of multi-lever campaigns (Search, Social, Digital, Sponsoring).
• Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) / Food Sector: Support for the recovery plan of a leading brand, on the occasion of the launch of a new innovative product category through high-impact media solutions (Special Operations, Influence, Retail Media...).

Main missions:
Within the consulting team, you will work on the daily management and monitoring of media campaigns for this portfolio:

• Client Brief Taking: Analysis of needs, understanding of brand objectives, and operational interface with clients.
• Competitor Analysis & Intelligence: Development of qualitative and quantitative analyses (monitoring of media investments and deciphering of competitor communication strategies).
• Participation in Multi-channel Plan Development: Contribution to the construction of investment strategies and media plans (TV, Digital, Social, Search, OPS, Retail Media, etc.).
• Internal and External Relationship Management: Regular coordination with internal media experts (Digital, Social, Search...) and with advertising agencies (presentation of studies, participation in agency meetings).
• Operational & Financial Monitoring: Preparation of client quotes, invoice management, broadcast monitoring, and campaign optimization.
• Reporting & Recommendations: Development of client reports, performance analysis, and formulation of strategic insights.
• International Coordination: Regular exchanges and reporting in English with the global team (particularly in the UK).

Candidate Profile:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent (Business School, Communication School, or specialized Master's degree). You ideally have previous experience (internship, work-study, or first job) in a media agency or as a client-side marketer in the advertising field.
• Languages: Operational to fluent English level is essential (frequent written and oral exchanges with international/UK global teams).

Key Skills:

• Very comfortable with numbers, rigorous, and highly organized.
• Proficiency in office suite tools (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong interest in the traditional and digital media ecosystem (Social, Search, Retail Media, OPS).

Interpersonal Qualities:

• Team spirit and a collaborative work ethic.
• Responsiveness, autonomy, and versatility.

Life at WPP Media and its benefits:

Our commitment to shaping the future of media is reflected in our active support for the professional development of our talent, helping them reach their full potential. This approach is accompanied by a responsible vision in our media investment strategies, thus reflecting our dual priority: valuing our employees while adopting sustainable practices in our industry.

WPP Media employees have privileged access to the international networks of WPP Media and WPP, allowing them to develop their passions, expand their professional network, and stay at the forefront of marketing and advertising innovations.

We have vast and varied resources at the service of our employees; our company actively cultivates the inclusion of talent from all backgrounds. The successes and expertise of the teams are regularly highlighted during unifying events that also punctuate key moments of the year, thus strengthening our collaborative and diverse corporate culture.

Our benefits include:

• Remote Work: Up to 2 days per week and 2 full weeks to be taken twice a year.
• Complimentary Leave: 2 additional days off offered, including the Monday after Pentecost.
• Seniority: Additional leave days per 5-year seniority increment.
• Health & Equity: 5 additional remote work days per month for employees suffering from endometriosis.
• Disability Policy: 3 authorized paid absence days per year, access to Universal Employment Vouchers, and specific support for employees with a Recognized Worker with Reduced Mobility (RQTH).
• Societal Commitment: Possible solidarity missions through the program We care and we act.
• Tools: Access to high-performance, cutting-edge technology tools for campaign management and reporting (WPP Open).

Recruitment Process:

We are committed to making this process as quick and efficient as possible, and to maintaining open and transparent communication throughout the process.

• Interview with the Recruitment Team: An initial phone or video conference interview with the Talent team to discuss your background and the position.
• Operational Interviews: An interview with the Account Director within the BU, followed by a discussion with the BU's Business Partner.
• Case Study: A technical case study will be proposed to assess your technical and analytical skills related to the position, followed by a presentation and direct discussion during the interview.

WPP Media guarantees equal opportunities and considers all candidates without discrimination or regard to any particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering an environment of respect where everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities for professional development.

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