We are looking for a driven, committed and experienced leader that can lead and deploy Unileveru2019s marketing philosophy, Culture That Converts.There has never been a more exciting time to lead this business, with plans to pioneer the future of media, marketing and communications. We will trailblaze the industry, leveraging Unileveru2019s iconic brands and therefore weu2019re looking for a candidate who will be a catalyst for change, has an obsession to break conventions, and partner in a period of transformation.u00A0Understanding the role of social, culture, content, measurement, technology and transformation are key to win in this role.u00A0u00A0Unileveru2019s ambition is to be locally and globally recognised as market-makers and leading this account during this transformational period will be career definining.About WPP Mediau00A0WPP 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.comWPP Media is WPPu2019s 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.comu00A0WPP Media serves as the parent to WPP media agencies including Mindshare, EssenceMediacom and Wavemaker, each with leading market positions in their own right.u00A0With 800 people based in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane, WPP Mediau2019s primary purpose is to maximise performance of WPPu2019s media agencies by operating as leader and collaborator in trading, content creation, sports, digital, finance, proprietary tool development and other business-critical capabilities. WPP Mediau2019s focus is to deliver unrivalled marketplace advantage to its clients, stakeholders and people.u00A0u00A0A Leading WPP Media Brand, Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As u201CGrowth Architects, we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders u2014 better for people, planet and business u2014 by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders.u00A0YOUR ROLEThe Unilever Managing Partner role has ultimate responsibility for the agency''s relationship and performance and is a trusted advisor to the most senior level of the clientu2019s business, embracing an accountable consultancy mindset.u00A0They are a senior member within both our Mindshare National Management community, and the Sydney Management team. The Managing Partner is a critical influencer across this leadership cohort, and will work in partnership with the Managing Director, Sydney, across the business pillars of People & Purpose, Product, Partnerships and Commercials.u00A0The Unilever account is Mindshare Sydneyu2019s largest account, by team size, remit, media billings and focus. The account is strongly supported by senior leaders of WPP Media and wider WPP, providing a highly collaborative network of resources across the network both locally and globally. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to partner with the globally recognised Unilever to help shape the next era of their growth and transformation.u00A0YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESPeople leadership:u2022 Ensures that their direct reports and wider teams understand their role and responsibilities.u2022 Ensures they live and breathe the Mindshare values and assist in keeping them alive across the agency.u2022 Leads the career development of their direct reports (regular coaching, monthly catch ups, career development discussions, KPIs, on the job/classroom training) and oversees career development.u2022 Gives motivating/constructive feedback to all team members working on their client in a timely manner.u2022 Ensures they and their team have a pro-active mentality/approach to their work.u2022 Sets the team vision for client and areas of the business with quarterly check-ins to track progress.u2022 Drives the team and, wider Mindshare Sydney, agency culture by leading by example.u2022 Leads a positive, motivating, and inspiring culture within their client team.u2022 Inspires and motivates their team, and wider agency, to think differently and deliver best in market product.u2022 Works collaboratively with other teams within Mindshare and WPP Media on key projects to ensure people are brought into the process in a timely manner.u2022 Delegates work effectively to team members (across the agency).u2022 Cascades client/business knowledge and context to the relevant people working on their client centrally and locally.u00A0Practice leadership:u2022 Sets the vision. Aligning with the most senior clients on this and is able to see the bigger picture and move the agency and the team towards it.u2022 Helps deliver the clientu2019s overarching strategy and business objectives and shows the role media plays in that.u2022 Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Mindshare planning process and the roles and responsibilities at each stage?u2022 Has a thorough knowledge of the FMCG and Retail category and actively seeks opportunities to apply this knowledge to clients.u2022 Understands media behaviours for their clientsu2019 audiences (how does the target audience interact with all touchpoints along their consumer journey).u2022 Leads and inspires the development of original and impactful ideas across every aspect of the campaign (either through a workshop or one-on-ones with all other areas of the business).u2022 Always drives collaboration across all business divisions.u2022 Provides ongoing direction and feedback to the wider client team to ensure thinking is deliverable in media and brought to life effectively.u2022 Leads the portfolio management across their clientu2019s business.u2022 Has oversight of the overall annual investment strategy.u2022 Prioritises the workflow across all divisions working on their clients.u2022 Leads quality control of work going to the client across all business divisions to ensure our product is answering the business need.u2022 Produces a thought leadership/POV/innovation calendar for their clients in collaboration other divisions of the business.u2022 Shares and cascades best practice work from around the world to local clientsu2022 Develops written documents and presentations that are clear, compelling and deliver a tangible outcome.u2022 Enhances the agency product by developing and sharing thought leadership and case studies both internally and externally.u2022 Ensures all communication to internal and external stakeholders is clear and delivered in a timely manner.u2022 Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of WPP Media products/processes as well as the broader WPP offering. Partners leadership:u2022 Has ultimate responsibility for the agency relationship at all levels on their clients.u2022 Has trusted advisor relationship at the most senior level of their clientu2019s business, acting with an accountable consultancy mindset.u2022 Has a thorough understanding of their clientsu2019 business (customer, business model, PEST, brands) and category.u2022 Has an ability to identify future potential challenges/opportunities that the client may face and proactively seek out solutions across the WPP ecosystem.u2022 Oversees effective management of client and agency partner expectations with regards to the deadlines and delivery of all work.u2022 Facilitates client and agency meetings and workshops in an inspiring and effective manner to deliver on desired outcomes.u2022 Produces and leads the delivery of post appraisal action plans for their client.u2022 Cascades appraisal action plan to relevant parties on the client team as relevant.u2022 Builds trusted relationship with procurement at client office as relevant.u2022 Drives positive collaboration with partner agencies.u2022 Develops and monitors Service Level Agreements with clients in collaboration with Commercial Director.u2022 Develops and maintains strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders.u2022 Has a strong understanding of WPP Media, WPP and external partner offerings in media, content, tech and research.u00A0u2022 Produces a three-year horizon joint business plan for their client(s) which drives the business forward and unlocks growth.u2022 Tracks commercials throughout the year and drives action plan as required.u2022 Leads conversations for annual commercial client contracts, scope negotiations and resource structure in collaboration with Commercial Director.u2022 Attends monthly meetings with senior agency management to present a status and relevant actions to deliver to the client business needs.u2022 Oversees commercial, contractual and governance tracking for procurement.u00A0YOUR IDEAL EXPERIENCEu2022 Proven ability to shape and build a specific client growth plan and vision that galvanizes the team (both client and agency) around it.u2022 Ability to influence, guide and shape the teamu2019s product, culture and build a strong local market profile.u2022 Should possess strong leadership, empowerment, and people skills with a good balance of EQ and IQ.u2022 A collaborator as well as hands-on leader, leading the team from the front.u00A0u2022 Able to deal with complex client business and challenges with great people and client management skills.u2022 Broad and deep media knowledge and a natural curiosity and passion for marketing and brands, digital and performance marketing and the power of data, identity (first party data, regulations), displaying an accountable consultancy mindset.u2022 Proven commercial acumen and fiscal responsibility.u2022 Strict alignment with our approach to advertising, applying the lens of ethics as well as effectiveness.u00A0What we value the mostu2022 Living our values of empathy, energy, and impactu2022 Achieving Good Growth for business, people, and the planetu00A0What is your pathway for Good Growth?Weu2019d love to hear what your ambitions are to achieve personal growth, and how we can help you to realise theseWhat We Offeru00A0At Mindshare ANZ, we offer a competitive salary package, with 20 days holiday. We also offer a flexible working environment, paid parental leave, flexible public holidays, birthday leave and early finishes during the summer months. These are just some of the great perks you can utilise.We have a culture of learning whereu00A0we invest in your career growth and development through a range of learning and development opportunities. We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and collaboration and we provide mental wellness support via our Employee Assistance Program.u00A0Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and weu2019re 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.u00A0Our Commitmentu00A0We want you to have the best opportunity to show us your skills and talents, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the application/interview process work for you. Should you require any adjustments throughout the process, please collaborate with our hiring team who will be happy to assist. u00A0Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don''t apply for roles if they don''t meet all the criteria. Here, we strongly encourage you to apply if youu2019re interested: we''d love to know how you can positively impact our team with your experience! We believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions, we encourage all applicants.u00A0u00A0About the companyGroupM is the worlds leading media investment company. We make advertising work better for people.NoticeTalentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Managing Partner