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:
At WPP, we’re building a diverse and talented team, and we’re excited to welcome a Senior Manager, Enterprise Risk and Resilience Management to our Global Risk & Resilience (R&R) team. This impactful role offers significant global exposure and is a key part of our London HQ leadership team, reporting directly to WPP’s Group Director of Risk & Resilience.
As Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing WPP’s enterprise risk and resilience framework. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to foster a unified approach to identifying, understanding, and responding to risks, while strengthening WPP’s overall resilience. By championing best practices, nurturing a culture of proactive awareness, and advancing our business continuity management program, you will help ensure WPP is well-prepared to navigate the future, adapt to change, and thrive in an evolving global environment.
What You’ll Be Contributing:
- Support the development and implementation of a unified enterprise risk and resilience framework that aligns with WPP’s strategic objectives, risk appetite, and resilience standards.
- Partner with colleagues and stakeholders to identify, assess, and prioritize current, emerging, and systemic risks across the organization.
- Support the development of accessible risk reporting tools and dashboards.
- Conduct internal risk assessments and reviews, translating insights into actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Champion a strong risk and resilience culture across WPP by sharing knowledge, delivering training, and fostering awareness initiatives.
- Build and nurture relationships with cross-functional teams, including IT, HR, Facilities, and external partners, to align efforts and drive collaboration.
- Act as a trusted advisor to risk stakeholders, offering insights and guidance on risk mitigation and resilience-building strategies.
- Support the development and execution of business continuity and crisis management programs, ensuring alignment with global policies and regulatory requirements.
- Support teams in conducting business impact analyses, mapping critical dependencies, and defining recovery strategies to minimize operational disruptions.
- Facilitate testing, training, and exercising programs to validate the effectiveness of resilience plans and enhance organizational preparedness.
- Maintain oversight of risk/resilience metrics and annual review schedules to ensure continuous program improvement.
- Foster innovation by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and technologies that support risk and resilience management.
What Will Help You Succeed:
- Experience in enterprise risk management, business continuity, or resilience management, ideally within a large or multinational organisation. This could include formal roles, project leadership, or significant contributions in these areas.
- A strong understanding of risk frameworks, resilience principles, and relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 31000, ISO 22301).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to influence and engage colleagues at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Professional certifications such as IRM, BCI, CBCI, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
Who you are:
You’re open : We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You’re optimistic : We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You’re extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we’ll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
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. Are you up for the challenge?
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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.
