Data Visualization Lead

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:

WPP Enterprise Technology provides IT services for WPP. As the creative transformation company, WPP is helping its clients transform the future through extraordinary work. WPP ET is an integral part of that journey, and we are proud to provide technology for some of the world’s most creative brands.

At WPP, technology is at the heart of everything we do, and it is WPP ET’s mission to enable everyone to collaborate, create and thrive. WPP is undergoing a significant transformation to modernise ways of working, drive automation and elevate colleague and client experiences and deliver insight from WPP’s petabytes of data.

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Data Visualization Expert to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL for data querying, along with strong experience in visualizing complex datasets into intuitive, interactive, and compelling visual representations. The role requires a strong understanding of data trends, patterns, and insights, paired with a creative approach to presenting data for business decision-making.

The AOC is chartered to support automations that drive efficiency and effectiveness through the business, focusing on most impact for our shared interests. We serve the operational needs of GroupM and operating companies through process automation and other technology solutions.

You will have daily contact with business stakeholders from WPP Media and operating companies and must be comfortable working with business stakeholders directly. Our primary goal is to drive measurable business outcomes and grow our contribution, and we must earn our right to exist. This is a small, scrappy group. We all‘get our hands in the dirt’ and play multiple roles.

What you'll be doing:

• Data Analysis & Visualization:

• Design, build, and maintain visually compelling dashboards, reports, and charts using advanced visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, etc.

• Know how of when and how to design data model for effective Dashboards yielding higher efficiency and lesser loading time

• Transform raw data into actionable insights by analysing trends and patterns and presenting them through intuitive visualizations.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand key metrics and create visual solutions that align with business objectives.

• SQL Expertise:

• Use SQL to extract, manipulate, and aggregate data from relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar).

• Able to write SQL queries to prepare data for visualizations, ensuring the data is clean, accurate, and properly structured for analysis.

• Optimize SQL queries for performance and efficiency in large datasets.

• Data Integration & Transformation:

• Integrate data from multiple sources, including internal databases, APIs, and external systems, into cohesive visual reporting frameworks.

• Perform data wrangling, transformation, and cleansing to ensure data quality and consistency.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Stay up to date with the latest trends in data visualization, SQL best practices, and data analytics tools.

• Continuously improve visualizations based on user feedback and emerging business needs.

What you'll need:

• Technical Skills:

• Expertise in SQL for querying and manipulating relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL

• Server, etc.).

• Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)

• Proven Knowledge and Experience with DAX, MDX, etc

• Proficiency in Excel and other data manipulation tools

• Familiarity with ETL processes and data pipelines

• Experience with Python or R for advanced analytics (optional but a plus)

• Problem-solving – proven experience dealing with technical blockers.

• Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyse complex data and identify key insights and trends

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring that data visualizations are accurate and insightful

• Understanding of data modelling and normalization principles

• Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field

• 7+ years of experience in Data Visualization, SQL , RDBMS, Large Dataset Modelling, Interactive Dashboards

• Experience working with large datasets and providing insights to drive business decisions –Data Telling a Story

• Mandatory Qualifications/Certifications:

• Microsoft PL-300

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure(must))

• Experience with advanced data analytics and machine learning models (a plus)

• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies

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?

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.

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