Manager, Corporate Communications & Media Relations
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.
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About WPP Media
WPP 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.com.
WPP Media 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.
About the Role
The Corporate Communications Manager will support press relations, news monitoring, social media, industry speakerships, coverage reporting, project management, awards, and visibility initiatives. The role will help strengthen WPP Media’s industry reputation through press engagement, executive visibility, thought leadership, and industry opportunities. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and a strong communicator with professional maturity and sound judgment.
Responsibilities
- Manage press relations, including evergreen stories, announcements, reactive inquiries, pitches, and media materials.
- Build relationships with reporters and editors across key trade, business, marketing, and advertising outlets.
- Staff media opportunities and support preparation for interviews and press engagements.
- Identify and manage speaking opportunities, including conferences, panels, and thought leadership forums.
- Support our industry awards strategy, from identifying relevant opportunities and potential nominees to developing and submitting nominations.
- Coordinate social media and coverage reporting around key press moments.
- Monitor relevant news and industry developments and share key updates with internal teams.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to develop storytelling opportunities and support communications priorities.
- Manage timelines, deliverables, reminders, and follow-ups across communications projects.
Requirements
- 4–6 years of experience in PR, media relations, or corporate communications, preferably in media, marketing, advertising, or related industries.
- Strong relationships with key trade and business reporters are highly desirable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, project management, and prioritization skills.
- Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively.
- Strong professional maturity, situational awareness, and judgment.
- Familiarity with earned media, social media, and content amplification.
If you're a curious, culturally connected communications professional with strong writing skills and a desire to build your career in a global business, we’d like to hear from you.
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.
We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. 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. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.
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