About the Role
As a Brand Analytics Manager, you will lead the day-to-day measurement, analysis, and reporting of brand campaigns for clients, supported by a team of analysts. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights, guide the development of measurement plans, and help shape data-driven strategies. This is a pivotal role for someone passionate about turning data into compelling stories that drive business results.
Responsibilities
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture, conducting weekly 1-to-1s with all direct reports to establish 2 career goals per analyst and leading quarterly team upskilling sessions.
- Build and lead strategic relationships with internal teams (Client Service, Planning, Activation) to integrate analytics into daily operations and drive a data-driven culture across the agency.
- Confidently leverage key platforms (MFG App, BigQuery, WPP Open) and guide junior team members to apply AI tools (e.g., Gemini in Workspace) to help reduce manual data processing time.
- Partner with clients and internal teams to define KPIs, design measurement frameworks, and lead the end-to-end delivery of robust campaign insights, achieving a client satisfaction score of 8/10 or higher.
- Actively manage resource allocation and third-party partners to ensure 100% on-time project delivery.
Requirements
- Experience in marketing analytics, data insights, or a related role; agency or consultancy background is highly preferred.
- Proficient SQL skills (writing complex queries and managing BigQuery tables) and experience with data modeling.
- Confident use of data & visualisation tools (e.g., Looker Studio, Google Slides, Sheets) to present complex insights to non-analyst stakeholders.
- Experience or strong aptitude for managing, mentoring, and setting clear goals for junior analysts.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; comfortable presenting to and collaborating with senior clients.
- Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Science, Communication) or equivalent practical experience.
- Prior experience designing and using brand measurement solutions or brand effectiveness studies.
- Individuals must have the right to work in the UK.
Skills
- SQL
- BigQuery
- WPP Open
- MFG App
- Gemini in Workspace
- Looker Studio
- Google Slides
- Google Sheets
Location
- UK
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Manager
Education Level
- Degree in a quantitative field or equivalent practical experience
Benefits
- Competitive medical insurance
- Group retirement plans
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Significant paid time off
- Preferential partner discounts
- Employee mental health awareness days
About the Company
- WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.
- WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale.
- MFG is a bespoke agency solution for Google, powered by WPPMedia.
- As a global team of integrated data and media experts, we deliver strategic, creative, and data-driven solutions to drive brand and business outcomes for one of the world’s most recognized brands.
Equal Opportunity
- WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to characteristics.
- We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment.
- If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
