Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThis employer holds a UK sponsor licence (Skilled Worker, A rating).
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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Can’t check pay against the visa rulesNo salary stated. UK Skilled Worker visa needs at least £41,700 a year (new-entrant (under 26, recent Student/Graduate visa) or STEM PhD: £33,400).
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- This employer holds a UK sponsor licence (Skilled Worker, A rating). Source: Register of licensed sponsors (UK Home Office).
- Can’t check pay against the visa rules
- No salary stated. UK Skilled Worker visa needs at least £41,700 a year (new-entrant (under 26, recent Student/Graduate visa) or STEM PhD: £33,400). Source: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/when-you-can-be-paid-less, rules effective 2025-07-22.
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About 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 .
About WPP Media
WPP Media, part of WPP, 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
WPP Media in Manchester is experiencing an unprecedented period of accelerated growth and strategic expansion. Fueled by significant new client wins and an expanding portfolio of groundbreaking work, we're not just growing – we're redefining what's possible in the digital media landscape.
This exciting momentum means we're on the hunt for top-tier talent across a wide array of specialist areas at Executive, Manager, Director, and Business Director levels .
Across our Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, and Implementation Planning teams, you'll find roles that offer both hands-on impact and strategic leadership.
• At the Executive level, you'll gain foundational experience, actively supporting the team in the execution and optimisation of campaigns, assisting with data analysis, and preparing reports. You'll be instrumental in supporting client deliverables and building essential skills within your chosen specialism.
• At the Manager level , you'll be instrumental in the day-to-day execution and optimisation of campaigns, contributing directly to client success, mentoring junior team members, and owning key project deliverables within your specialism.
• As a Director , you'll take on a more strategic mantle, overseeing team performance, developing advanced media strategies, managing key client relationships, and driving innovation across complex campaigns. You'll be a leader, guiding your team and influencing client outcomes.
• At the Business Director level , your focus will be on high-level strategic direction, client portfolio growth, thought leadership, and shaping the future direction of your specialism or client accounts. You'll be instrumental in identifying new opportunities, fostering senior client partnerships, and contributing to the overall business development and success of WPP Media.
Skills and Experience
While specific experience will vary by role and level, we are consistently seeking individuals who possess:
• Proven Expertise: Experience within your chosen digital media specialism (Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic, or Implementation Planning).
• Strategic Acumen: The ability to think critically, develop innovative solutions, and translate complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Client Leadership: Exceptional communi
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