Head of Data, Analytics & AI (m/w/d) AT & CH

Data, Analytics & AI is a strategic growth driver for us and for the future of our clients. We develop intelligent, AI-powered, and scalable solutions for WPP Media agencies and their clients, making marketing more effective, measurable, and customer-centric – all connected through our WPP Open platform.

Here's what we offer you:

• Work-life balance: For us, teamwork and personal interaction in the office are paramount. However, we also offer you the option of a regular home office day for greater flexibility.
• We care for you: We cover your public transport costs and you receive an €8 food voucher for every working day to use as you wish.
• Wellbeing first : Health services, attractive retirement plans and Mental Health Awareness Days put your health at the center.
• Practice makes perfect : Unleash your potential with our diverse training opportunities and utilize our internal career programs for your development within the WPP network.
• More than just a job: Unforgettable events, employee discounts and other highlights await you.
• Be yourself: Everyone is welcome here - diversity and equal opportunities are important to us.

Here's what you can expect:

Are you ready to significantly shape the digital future of marketing in the DACH region?

As Head of / Market Lead Data, Analytics & AI for Austria and Switzerland, you will assume strategic and commercial responsibility for a business unit—one of the most important areas of expertise for the further development of our clients and for us as a group. As a member of our leadership team, you will act as an entrepreneurial visionary who not only manages but actively shapes the future. With optimism and foresight, you will foster a culture of growth, perfectly balancing the needs of our employees and clients. Together with your highly qualified, diverse team of experts, you will inspire transformative innovations and position yourself as a trusted advisor to generate measurable business value for leading brands through data-driven excellence.

This is what you move:

• Strategic leadership: You define and implement the local data, analytics & AI business strategy to achieve ambitious growth targets in the AT & CH region.
• Team leadership: Your role is the disciplinary and professional leadership of a heterogeneous team of consultants, data scientists, analysts and engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Business development: Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with technology, data, and clean room providers is your responsibility.
• Client consulting: As a strategic contact person and executive sponsor for our top clients, you will act on complex data, technology and analytics issues.
• Product development: You develop and market a market-leading service and product portfolio, for example in the areas of data collaboration and AI consulting.
• Thought Leadership: Representing WPP Media as a thought leader at industry events and in publications is part of your responsibilities, in order to generate ideas for clients and the portfolio.

This is what makes you stand out:

• Leadership experience: You bring extensive experience in leading data, tech or product organizations at a senior level and have a proven track record in managing complex customer portfolios.
• Expertise: Your in-depth expertise covers the entire digital marketing value chain, especially first-party data strategies, GDPR, data governance, advanced analytics and the AdTech/MarTech landscape.
• Entrepreneurial spirit: Through your entrepreneurial actions, you have achieved demonstrable success in the development and scaling of data-driven business models.
• Strong communication skills: Your strong presence and negotiation-proof communication skills at C-level in German and English set you apart.
• Network: You bring a strong network and demonstrable experience in building and managing strategic alliances with major data and technology partners.
• Strategic thinking: A strategic mindset with a deep understanding of the industry landscape enables you to identify partnership opportunities that increase customer value.

If you find this job exciting, we expressly encourage you to apply, even if you don't have every qualification listed above.

We offer a gross annual salary starting at €110,000 (based on 38.5 hours) with the possibility of higher pay.

Working at WPP Media:

At WPP Media, we are shaping the future of media and consistently investing in our employees. Every colleague benefits from the global network of WPP Media and WPP, enabling them to develop professionally and learn at the forefront of marketing and advertising. We foster diversity and collaboration through numerous Employee Resource Groups and regular internal events – for exchange, inspiration, and celebrating our successes together.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for all positions without discrimination. Our goal is a culture of respect and belonging where everyone has equal opportunities to contribute and grow professionally.

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