UK remote
Operations Executive
About this role
About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.
For more information, visit WPP.com . A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. What does a Operations Executive do at WPP? The Operations Executive reports into the Client Operations Lead.
They will facilitate the smooth running of project planning, resourcing and reporting as well as managing logistics and ad-hoc operational support for special projects. This role will work closely with all teams across the client account, including a large network of freelance talents & various global contacts. The Operations Executive needs to be confident communicating and negotiating priorities / deadlines with all stakeholders to best manage expectations.
Fostering meaningful connections and maintaining an approachable, helpful demeanour is key to the success of this role. Someone who has worked in an EA / PA role previously would be well suited to this role. Resource Management Oversee onboarding for all new starters with tech and HR (FTE / FTC / Freelance) Check freelance availability where required & process freelance bookings Maintain our resource management tools / trackers Execute, track and manage bookings for 150+ people during client’s on-site projects Setup new vendors in systems as required Ensure client invoice/payment queries are resolved or escalated where needed Sensitively manage the storage and comms of confidential information (eg.