Associate Vice President, Marketplace and Partnerships, India

About WPP Media WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working. For more information, visit wppmedia.com . About WPP Media WPP 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.com. 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 wppmedia.com At 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. Key Responsibilities: Lead the growth and development of Addressable TV solutions across the North region, driving adoption and strengthening market presence. Develop and implement regional growth strategies aligned with business objectives and evolving client needs. Partner with clients and internal teams to design data-driven, audience-led advertising solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes. Build and nurture strong relationships with key clients, agencies, broadcasters, and strategic partners to foster long-term collaboration. Identify new business opportunities while expanding existing client engagements through strategic planning and consultative partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Strategy, Planning, Investment, and Product, to deliver integrated and innovative media solutions. Stay abreast of industry trends, audience insights, and emerging technologies to shape the evolution of Addressable TV offerings. Drive thought leadership by educating clients and stakeholders on the value and capabilities of Addressable TV and advanced advertising solutions. Monitor regional market performance, competitive landscape, and campaign effectiveness to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Contribute to the overall growth of the Addressable TV business by ensuring high standards of client servicing, solution delivery, and stakeholder engagement What We're Looking For: 7–10 years of experience in advertising, media sales, or digital media. Strong understanding of the media ecosystem with a passion for driving innovation. Proven track record in business development and client relationship management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. A self-driven, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating ho…