Junior Board Support

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:

This is an exceptional opportunity to become an integral part of our Company Secretarial team at WPP. You will play a crucial role in supporting our Board Support Lead, ensuring the seamless and efficient delivery of first-class company secretarial services to the WPP Board.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Junior Board Support, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Board & Committee Coordination: Assisting with the end-to-end coordination of meetings for the WPP plc Board and its Committees (Audit, Compensation, Sustainability, Nomination & Governance), including scheduling, logistics, and venue bookings (both UK and international).

• Calendar & Event Management: Supporting the maintenance of the annual Board and committee meeting calendar, coordinating director availability, and assisting with the organisation of Board dinners and events, including liaison with external suppliers.

• Document Management: Preparing, collating, and distributing accurate and timely meeting papers.

• Travel & Information Dissemination: Coordinating travel arrangements for Board members and assisting with the distribution of relevant information (e.g., press clippings, investor updates) using platforms like Diligent.

• Administrative & Financial Support: Providing comprehensive administrative assistance to the Chair, Non-Executive Directors, and the wider Company Secretarial (CoSec) team, including diary management, correspondence, invoice processing, and expense filing.

• AGM & Logistical Coordination: Assisting with the planning and logistics for the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and coordinating with building staff (hospitality, reception, security) for event requirements, visitor management, and onboarding new Non-Executive Directors.

What you'll need:

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in a relevant administrative, or support role, ideally within a corporate environment.

• Exceptional Organisation: Outstanding organisational skills, a meticulous eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.

• Adaptability & Proactivity: A flexible and adaptable approach to change, with the ability to support and encourage others through transitions.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness, with the confidence to work independently and build constructive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor your style and approach to different audiences and messages.

• Technical Proficiency: Solid experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with document management platforms (e.g., AdobeSign or similar).

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 confidence: 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 deliver extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

• Passionate, driven people – We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.

• Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and deliver 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.

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