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Senior Data Strategy Manager

Hybrid in Barcelona & Madrid·Added 11 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

WPP Media

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona & Madrid
English
Required
Experience
Senior level
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

At WPP Media, we invest in our people, driving your professional growth with the same passion with which we lead responsible media investment. Being part of our team means accessing a global network of knowledge and opportunities, where you will be able to expand your horizons and always be at the forefront of the sector. In addition to a dynamic and challenging work environment, at WPP Media we care about your well-being and balance. Therefore, we offer a benefits package designed for you:

  • Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid remote work model in Madrid or Barcelona, complemented by flexible start and end times.
  • Well-being and perks: Access a Flexible Remuneration plan that adapts to your needs, daily meal subsidy, and coffee and fruit in the office.
  • Self-care: We promote your health and well-being with Yoga/Pilates classes and the possibility of physiotherapy sessions.

The role

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.

Our culture and our people are the engine of WPP Media, and they drive us to deliver exceptional experiences. In this role, your contribution will be key to living and promoting our values:

  • Be Extraordinary: Leading collectively to inspire transformative creativity.
  • Be Open: Balancing the experiences of people and clients, cultivating trust.
  • Be Optimistic: Driving growth and development to mobilize the entire company.

Your role and contribution

Currently, from our Data Technology & Analytics team, we are looking for a Senior Data Strategy Manager who will drive the data strategy comprehensively, acting as the main point of connection between business, technology, and digital capabilities to turn data into a real lever for business transformation.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Lead the data conversation with the client and internal teams, acting as the connection point between business, technology, media, and digital capabilities to ensure a shared vision and effective governance of the data ecosystem.
  • Define and evolve the 2-3 year data transformation roadmap, guaranteeing the consolidation of fundamental elements and the identification of new opportunities for growth and differentiation.
  • Prioritize initiatives and lead the data project portfolio, translating business needs into concrete action plans and coordinating specialized teams to ensure efficient implementation.
  • Drive the ideation, design, and supervision of end-to-end use cases, ensuring a holistic vision of data and its practical application to generate tangible impact on business, consumer experience, and operational efficiency.
  • Act as a cross-functional facilitator, connecting CRM, CDP, Analytics, eCommerce, Media, and AI capabilities to drive the adoption of new capabilities, change management, and the evolution of the client's data maturity.

What are we looking for in you?

  • Provide demonstrable experience leading data transformation, CRM, or Customer Data Platform programs in large organizations.
  • Have experience working in complex environments and managing multiple stakeholders (marketing, technology, data, eCommerce, and business).
  • Demonstrate real cases of implementation, adoption, and generation of business impact (experience in sectors with high digital maturity such as banking, technology, telecommunications, retail, or travel is highly valued).
  • Possess deep knowledge of the MarTech and AdTech ecosystem, including CDP, First Party Data strategies, Data Governance, measurement frameworks, and Data Clean Rooms (DCR).
  • Provide valuable knowledge in Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC), AI applied to Marketing and Media, cookieless identity solutions, and data visualization tools (BI).
  • Combine strategic definition with practical execution, actively participating in the implementation of solutions and operating models.
  • Demonstrate strong Business Acumen, strategic problem-solving skills, a commercial mindset, and transformational leadership with a long-term vision.
  • Hold a University Degree in Advertising, Marketing, Business Administration, or STEM (specialized Master's degree is a plus).
  • Have a fluent or advanced level of English (minimum C1), essential for leading global meetings.

Next steps

If you identify with this opportunity and want to be part of WPP Media, we would love to meet you! Send us your application and, if your profile fits what we are looking for, we will get in touch with you.

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About WPP Media

WPP is the world's largest communications services group, operating across advertising, media investment, and public relations. With a global network of agencies and over 100,000 employees, WPP provides a comprehensive range of marketing and communications services to many of the world's leading brands. The company's scale and breadth make it a dominant player in the marketing and media landscape, with a strong presence in digital, data, and technology-driven marketing solutions.

In Spain, WPP Media operates a significant hub, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a key center for digital media planning, paid search, and social media expertise. The Spanish offices are a major part of WPP's global delivery network, offering international professionals the opportunity to work on global accounts in a dynamic, multicultural environment. For international hires, WPP Media Spain provides a fast-paced agency environment with exposure to global clients and the latest marketing technologies, making it an attractive destination for those looking to build a career in digital media and advertising.

Founded
1985
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
London, UK
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • WPP Media Spain is part of a global network, offering opportunities to work on international accounts and with colleagues worldwide.
  • The company is known for its strong focus on digital media, including paid search, social, and retail media, which are rapidly growing areas.
  • WPP offers structured career paths and internal mobility across its many agencies and brands.
  • The work environment is fast-paced and agency-style, which can be a good fit for professionals with agency experience.
  • The company has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, with a global workforce representing many nationalities.
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