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# Head of Executive Compensation at WPP

- **Company:** WPP
- **Location:** London, United Kingdom
- **Posted:** 2026-10-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-24
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8902826002

## Job description

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 work with the world's most valuable brands 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.](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0)

The Head of Executive Compensation leads the design, governance and oversight of executive remuneration across WPP. Reporting to the Global Reward Director, the role is a trusted adviser to the CPO, ExCo and RemCo, translating business strategy into executive reward arrangements that support long-term value creation, pay for performance and the attraction and retention of senior talent. The role ensures WPP’s approach remains competitive, responsible and aligned with global regulatory, investor and shareholder expectations.

## Key Responsibilities

- Strategy and philosophy: Define and evolve WPP’s executive reward philosophy, governance framework and incentive architecture, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy, culture, performance and external market practice.
- Executive reward design: Lead the design and review of short-term and longterm incentives, benefits, retention and termination arrangements, balancing competitiveness, affordability, risk and shareholder expectations.
- Appointments and transitions: Structure competitive and compliant reward packages for ExCo and other senior leadership appointments, promotions, international moves and exits.
- RemCo governance: Lead the annual RemCo calendar and prepare high-quality papers, financial modelling, recommendations and decision materials for the Committee, CPO and senior stakeholders.
- Disclosure and compliance: Oversee executive remuneration disclosures and monitor regulatory, listing, tax, governance and investor requirements across relevant jurisdictions.
- Risk and controls: Maintain robust governance and controls, including incentive plan rules, discretion, malus and clawback provisions, ensuring decisions are documented and consistently applied.
- Insight and analytics: Lead executive benchmarking, pay-for-performance assessment, scenario modelling and analysis of market, investor and proxyadviser trends to inform recommendations.
- Stakeholder leadership: Partner across People, Finance, Legal, Tax, Company Secretariat, Reward and external advisers and providers to ensure joined-up advice and effective delivery and administration.

Critical Knowledge & Experience

- Significant executive compensation experience gained in a complex global organisation and/or leading reward consultancy.
- Proven experience advising RemCo, Boards, CPOs and senior executives, with the judgement and credibility to navigate sensitive and high-impact decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, high-quality committee papers, recommendations and executive remuneration disclosures.
- Deep technical expertise in short-term incentives and long-term incentives, performance equity, deferred reward, executive benefits, share plans and associated governance and disclosure requirements.
- Strong understanding of public-company remuneration practice, institutional investor and proxy-adviser expectations, and relevant regulatory and listing requirements.
- Experience managing cross-border executive reward matters, including relevant tax, mobility, legal and regulatory considerations.
- Advanced analytical and financial modelling capability, with the ability to translate complex data into clear options and recommendations.

## Key Competencies

- Executive reward expertise – applies strong grounding in executive pay design, incentive mechanics, governance and market practice to develop practical, defensible solutions.
- Strategic and commercial acumen – connects reward decisions to business priorities, performance and long-term value creation.
- Executive influence and communication – communicates complex and sensitive matters clearly and builds confidence with senior stakeholders.
- Governance, discretion and judgement – applies sound judgement, integrity and appropriate challenge in a highly confidential environment.
- Analytical rigour – uses financial modelling, market evidence and scenario analysis to develop robust recommendations.
- Collaborative leadership – works effectively across a global matrix, aligning multiple functions, advisers and delivery teams.

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?

#LI-Hybrid 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.

Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.

## About WPP

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: WPP is the world’s largest advertising and marketing services group, helping leading brands navigate change and deliver growth through media, creative, production, and enterprise solutions.
- **Entity Type**: Public (LSE: WPP, NYSE: WPP)
- **Headquarters**: London, United Kingdom
- **Founded**: 1971 (by Sir Martin Sorrell)
- **Founders**: Sir Martin Sorrell

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Advertising, Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Digital Services
- **Target customers**: B2B and B2C enterprise clients – global brands, retailers, and government organisations
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands” – aligning success with clients, people, and partners to deliver transformation and growth.

## Products & Services
- **WPP Media**: Media planning, buying, and data-driven audience targeting across all channels.
- **WPP Creative**: Brand building, advertising, content creation, and storytelling with AI-enabled personalisation.
- **WPP Production**: Next-generation production services using generative AI to accelerate timelines and reduce costs.
- **WPP Enterprise Solutions**: Transformative enterprise technology, customer experience, and commerce solutions.
- **WPP Open**: Pioneering agentic marketing platform that unifies data, AI agents, and human talent in a single secure workspace for end-to-end marketing planning and execution.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: ~£10 billion (approx. $12.5 billion) as of mid-2025 (market data from LSE)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of £14.8 billion (2024 full year)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Institutional investors; technology partners include Adobe, Google, Microsoft, and leading AI innovators.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Launch of WPP Open, an AI-powered agentic platform that securely connects client data for real-time optimisation.
  - Continued investment in generative AI for production and creative personalisation.
  - Global headcount of approximately 100,000 employees, with offices in over 100 countries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Scale & Integration**: Only company that combines media, creative, production, and enterprise solutions under one roof, offering seamless end-to-end services.
- **WPP Open Platform**: Proprietary AI platform that differentiates by enabling privacy-safe, real-time marketing optimisation across all client touchpoints.
- **Deep Tech Partnerships**: Exclusive integrations with Google, Microsoft, Adobe, and AI startups, giving clients access to best‑in‑class innovation.
- **Talent & Culture**: Attracts top creative, data, and technology professionals; strong emphasis on internal mobility and cross‑discipline careers.

## Strategic Focus
- **AI‑First Transformation**: Embedding AI across all operations via WPP Open to automate routine tasks and elevate creative work.
- **Sustainability & Trust**: Embedding sustainability into client solutions and committing to transparency in data use and measurement.
- **Simplification**: Becoming simpler to work with – breaking down silos between operating units to deliver integrated outcomes.

## Why Work Here
- **Global Opportunities**: Work with iconic brands (e.g., Ford, Unilever, Google, Nestlé) across 100+ countries; careers span media, creative, tech, data, and production.
- **AI as a Teammate**: WPP positions AI as a force multiplier, not a replacement – giving employees the chance to focus on high‑value, creative work.
- **Culture of Belonging**: Emphasises openness, trust, and diversity; “Belonging isn’t a programme” – building a culture where people feel free to be themselves.
- **Growth & Mobility**: Designed for career mobility – move across disciplines, brands, and borders; continuous learning supported.
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid/remote arrangements vary by role and location; global campuses in London, New York, and other major cities designed to spark collaboration.
- **Perks & Benefits**: Competitive compensation, learning & development programmes, and a commitment to inclusive hiring (including use of AI tools to reduce bias in recruitment).

## Sources
1. [wpp.com - Company Overview](https://www.wpp.com/en/about)
2. [wpp.com - Careers](https://www.wpp.com/en/careers)
3. [wpp.com - Search & Apply](https://www.wpp.com/careers/search-and-apply)
4. [Greenhouse - Jobs at WPP](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp)

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