15 Aug
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WPP Media
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Toronto
About WPP MediaWPP 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 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 RoleAt 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.WPP Media is seeking a high-performing Project Manager to join our Growth Team, a strategic functionresponsible for retaining existing and driving new business across Canada. This is not your average PM role.It's high-stakes, high-visibility, and deeply integrated into the core of our agency's future.You'll be at the center of the action managing complex, cross-functional pitches and initiatives where media,creative, strategy, and senior leadership intersect. You will be building momentum, solving problems, andkeeping high-performing teams aligned and energized in pursuit of some of Canada's most exciting brandpartnerships.We're looking for someone who's eager, hungry to learn, growth-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, teamfirstenvironment. You must be highly organized, an excellent communicator, and above all, proactive – able toanticipate issues, flag risks, and drive work forward without needing to be told twice.
This role is best suited tosomeone who takes pride in being the glue that holds big, complicated workstreams together withprofessionalism, clarity, and a sense of humour intact.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage high-profile new business pitches and growth projects from kickoff to final delivery,ensuring all workstreams move forward with clarity and accountability.Own project operations – including timelines, workback schedules, task lists, trackers, and internalcheck-ins across multidisciplinary teams.Facilitate key milestone meetings and ensure timely coordination between strategy, media, creative,finance, operations, and executive stakeholders.Track and manage inputs, deadlines, and team deliverables, holding contributors accountable whilemaintaining positive momentum and collaboration.Identify bottlenecks and risks early, problem-solve in real time, and escalate with context and solutions– not just problems.Support pitch logistics and documentation, from RFP response structuring to asset management andpresentation production.Champion strong internal communication, ensuring everyone is aligned on objectives, roles, andtimelines, especially in high-pressure moments.Uphold high standards for craft, quality, and integrity across all work delivered by the Growth team.Who You AreA natural project owner. Someone who thrives on structure but isn't paralyzed without it.Calm under pressure, with the ability to stay organized, responsive,
and clear in the face of shiftingpriorities and high expectations.An excellent communicator who knows how to get people aligned and keep things moving with clarityand efficiency.Flexible and fast-moving, able to work through ambiguity and chart a path forward, even when not allthe pieces are in place.A team-first contributor who genuinely enjoys collaborating, supporting others, and building a culture oftrust and accountability.Detail-oriented, but never loses sight of the big picture.Self-aware, self-starting, and open to feedback, with a growth mindset and eagerness to learn.Qualifications3–5yearsof experience in project management or operations, ideally within an agency, media, marketing, or quick-paced creative environment.Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with overlapping stakeholders and tightdeadlines.Experience working with or alongside executive stakeholders.Fluent in digital communication platforms (Microsoft Teams, etc.).Familiarity with the marketing or advertising landscape is an asset, but not required. Salary range: 73k-75kWhat You'll GainA front-row seat to some of Canada's most high-profile pitches, partnerships, and brand conversationsThe chance to work with senior talent and executive leadership across WPP and WPP MediaA close-knit, fast-moving team that values high standards, honest communication, and a good laughA team that champions clarity, autonomy, and your personal growthAn opportunity to grow your career in one of the world's leading media networksThis is a hybrid role with an in-office expectation in Toronto. We believe the best collaboration happensface-to-face, and this role plays a critical role in driving high-touch, team-based work.Please read our Privacy Notice for more information on how we process the information you provide.
📌 Project Manager - C$73,000 - C$75,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 WPP Media
📍 Toronto