About the role
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.
We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.
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.
For more information, visit WPP.com.
Why we're hiring:
We are on a mission to build a world‑class Product Engineering organisation within WPP Data, Tech Solutions that will redefine how WPP operates at scale. To achieve this, we are establishing a brand new, dedicated Talent Acquisition team specifically focused on securing the best engineering talent globally. This isn't just about filling roles; it's about shaping a talent strategy, building a distinctive employer brand for engineering, and directly contributing to WPP’s technology and data transformation.
Reporting To: Lead Talent Acquisition Partner, Product Engineering
What you'll be doing:
As a Senior Talent Acquisition Delivery Partner, Product Engineering, you will be a pivotal member of this elite team, taking on complex and critical engineering leadership searches. You will not only be instrumental in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top‑tier product engineers but will also play a significant role in establishing best practices, mentoring junior team members, and directly influencing our overall talent strategy and employer brand for engineers. This role offers a unique opportunity to help architect recruitment processes and culture from the ground up.
This is an advanced end‑to‑end recruitment role where you will operate as a specialist to the Product Engineering business. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of talent acquisition, focusing on niche product engineering roles, from strategic sourcing and candidate engagement through to offer negotiation and onboarding preparation.
Beyond direct recruitment, you will significantly contribute to and help influence the overall talent strategy for WPP Data, Tech Solutions, identifying market trends and shaping our approach to attracting world‑class engineering talent
What you'll need:
Strategic Partnership & Influence:
Proactively collaborate with Product Engineering hiring managers and senior leaders to deeply understand their technical roadmaps, strategic objectives, and long‑term talent needs. Act as a trusted TA SME, providing proactive market insights, competitive intelligence, and help TA leadership in the strategic recommendations on talent acquisition strategies.
Full‑Cycle Recruitment for Critical Roles:
Delivery of the entire recruitment process for highly specialised, senior, and level Product Engineering roles (e.g., Principal Engineers, Architects, Engineering Managers, Staff Engineers, Senior DevOps/SRE, Data Science Leads, Technical Product Leaders), from initial brief to successful hire.
Advanced Sourcing & Talent Mappi
Skills & Tags
Aplyr's read
WPP Media (GroupM) is a powerhouse in advertising, attracting professionals who thrive in dynamic, global marketing environments.
What's promising
- •GroupM offers a diverse range of roles across strategy, data, and creative fields.
- •The company is part of WPP, providing access to a vast network of global resources.
- •Strong focus on digital and programmatic advertising aligns with market trends.
What to watch
- •High-pressure environment may not suit those seeking work-life balance.
- •Complex organizational structure can lead to bureaucratic challenges.
- •Frequent restructuring may cause job insecurity among employees.
Why WPP
- •GroupM's scale allows for unparalleled access to global advertising data.
- •Specialized roles in programmatic and digital media reflect cutting-edge industry practices.
- •As part of WPP, GroupM benefits from a broad spectrum of marketing expertise.
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About WPP
WPP plc is a British multinational advertising and public relations company, known for providing a wide range of marketing and communications services.
