Head of Commercial

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 Head of Commercial do at WPP Production?

The Head of Commercial is responsible for ensuring smooth commercial operations for a particular Client. Responsibilities include client financial relationship management, business development and strategy, and financial project management.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with Global Commercial, Operations and Account Management teams to drive Client commercial growth
• Manage financial aspects of assigned accounts including development, review, and management of SOW, time of staff estimates, construction of fees, account reviews, profitability analysis, and utilization, working closely with Client Stakeholders and Client Procurement
• Interface with other WPP Production commercial client teams to ensure global consistency
• Ensure a thorough understanding of the global contractual obligations such as MSA’s
• Provide regular strategic insights to Client on a monthly and quarterly basis that focus on high‑level strategy within WPP Production’s areas of production expertise. These may include competitive analysis, market overviews, case studies, and strategy planning.
• For each global RFP or RFI, develop a proposal outline, a proposal schedule and coordinate with the Account leadership to track, access, and pursue the opportunity
• Apply experience and best practices to build and manage proposal knowledge exchange and templates globally
• Establish and execute global review process communicating upcoming events, priorities, and deliverables to sales leadership; disseminate information to the appropriate stakeholder, track and enforce action items; and identify issues and mitigations.
• Interface with the regional Account teams to develop commercial strategies and solutions that will meet customer requirements as well as meet or exceed business goals
• Provide global commercial support for creation and maintenance of commercial finance systems
• Manage California P&L for WPP Production, in year budget, forecast and long‑term plan
• Oversee the monthly billing and tracking of Client

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a Business or Finance major, MBA a plus
• 10 – 15 years of experience in Client Services industry, with at least 3 years working in a creative agency environment
• Proven ability to lead global finance and accounting teams
• Thorough understanding of technology business and the competitive landscape to provide sound counsel
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems based on sound commercial knowledge
• Strong negotiation skills
• Experience working in advertising production is ideal
• Expert client relationship skills including presenting to clients, dealing with multiple stakeholders, and ability to think on your feet
• Must be able to interact with Senior/Executive Management of WPP Production and Client
• Must be commercially astute and able to work in a fast‑paced, fluid environment

Pay Range

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job‑related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package. For more details, go to

Why work here

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world‑class talent, cutting‑edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next‑generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. 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.

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