Job description
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. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.
Our people are the key to our success. 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.
Why we’re hiring: We’re building the future of marketing work management, empowering WPP agencies and clients with seamless collaboration and real-time insights. Our integrated platform (including Briefing, Pricing, Project Management, Timesheets, & Resource Management) augments world-class AI, enabling end-to-end work management within our innovative ecosystem.
We’re seeking a proactive Product Designer to join our dynamic team. You’ll be the lead for UX/UI within your product pod, Resource Management, ensuring the right people are matched to the right projects at the right time, enabling smarter planning and better utilisation across teams.
About WPP Open: WPP Open is revolutionising marketing with an intelligent operating system that seamlessly integrates data, technology, and creative expertise. We empower brands with AI-driven efficiency, innovation, and growth, shaping the future of the industry. Learn more: WPP Open: transforming creative collaboration with AI
Work management is a core offering within WPP Open, helping agencies manage projects end to end and deliver work more efficiently while providing real-time financial insights. In this role, you’ll focus on the Resource Management stream, ensuring the right people are matched to the right projects at the right time, enabling smarter planning and better utilisation across teams. This is a one-year contract position.
What you’ll be doing: Championing the user, collaborating closely with the Senior Product Owner, Technical Lead, and developers, ensuring our designs are innovative, effective, and deeply user-centred. Reporting to the UX/UI Lead, your duties will include:
- Strategic Design Leadership: Own the end-to-end design process, from deep user research and problem definition to high-fidelity mock-ups and developer hand-off. Be the voice of the user, articulating design decisions with compelling storytelling.
- Collaborative Pod Integration: Thrive within an agile product pod, balancing user needs with business objectives. Work seamlessly with product owners and developers, ensuring smooth design implementation and quality.
- Systematic & User-Centric Approach: Apply a rigorous, systemic approach to design, leveraging our existing design system. Iterate based on user feedback, ensuring the product is intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling.
What you’ll bring:
- Experience: Proven experience in Product Design, with a track record in B2B SaaS solutions; work management experience is a plus.
- Portfolio: A compelling portfolio showcasing your expertise in end-to-end Product Design, highlighting problem-solving, user-centricityand visual excellence.
What you’ll need:
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma).
- Expertise in user-centred design principles, accessibility, and responsive design.
- Exceptional problem-solving, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience with Agile methodologies and working within established design systems.
- Design QA and experience running usability testing
- A creative, detail-oriented, and innovative thinker with a passion for design and technology.
Ready to shape the future of marketing with AI at WPP Open? Apply now and help us build something truly revolutionary!
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.
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.
