WPP CEO Office, Chief of Staff (London)

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. We''re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.We are hiring for a Chief of Staff to support the CEO as an advisor, facilitator, office manager and project manager across a wide range of strategic initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of WPP, the world''s leading creative transformation company, and gain unparalleled insight into the operations of a global organisation. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the CEO''s office, enabling the CEO to focus on her most critical priorities.This is paramount as you will actively contribute to and champion WPP''s ongoing AI and cultural transformation, a core pillar of our future growth.In addition to managing the CEOs administrative team, you will also play a pivotal role in
strategically coordinating and prioritising the CEO''s engagements with advisors, partners, clients, and other external stakeholders
, ensuring optimal allocation of time and resources to maximise impact and achieve strategic objectives.Streamline Operations:
Manage the CEO''s complex schedule and prioritise meetings, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Manage Risk:
Identify and mitigate potential risks to the CEO''s agenda and the organisational objectives. Special Projects:
Manage and execute special projects as directed by the CEO, often involving cross-functional teams and complex deliverables. Track progress, manage risks, and ensure successful outcomesFacilitate Communication:
Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, including the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, clients, and partners. Support Executive Committee:
Define and agree an ideal cadence for ExCo meetings and support their efficient operation, including agenda development, meeting logistics, and follow-upSupport Board of Directors:
Prepare materials for the annual Board Strategy session, Regional Board meeting and, as needed, other Board meetings for the CEOInternal Communications:
support key internal communications on behalf of the CEO, ensuring consistent messaging and transparencyMonitor Performance:
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the CEO''s agenda and the organization''s strategic goals, and providing regular updates to the CEOBudget Management:
Overseeing the budget for the CEO''s office and ensuring responsible resource allocationYoull work right across our business with leaders and teams from our agency networks, our country teams as well as our HQ teams including strategy, finance, technology, operations, communications and people.Ideally youll have a foundation of analytic / business training, either through strategy consulting or equivalent experience. Exceptional Judgment, Executive Maturity and be Level-headed and Discrete:
Ability to make sound decisions and handle sensitive matters with diplomacy and confidentialityInfluence others, even without direct authority, to achieve desired outcomes with strong stakeholder management skillsExecutive Presence:
Project confidence, credibility, and composure in interactions across the businessOrganised, Structured and Proactive
to support the CEOs programme with limited oversightA Detailed
mindset to drive quality coupled with a hands-on approachWe believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; Scale and opportunity
We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.Challenging and stimulating work
Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers.#That''s why weve 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.We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.Interested in building your career at WPP? indicates a required fieldPhoneWebsiteIf your employer is outside of the WPP network. Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status to work legally for our company? *
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