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Manager - Planning Mumbai Metropolitan Region 3 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager - Planning to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager - Planning to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Client Leader 3 Best Things About The Job Working for the fastest growing FMCG client, it provides and asks for unusual approach to the traditional media Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on fastest growing and diversified category In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In Six Months Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand’s media approach Initiated & delivered at least 2 key projects Understands the In-house products/software’s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations In 12 Months Worked on Award entries Built high credibility with the team & client What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Provide strategic communications & planning leadership on your set of brands Help build effective media interventions on the back of strong Communication planning Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning Be responsible for the planning team career development & progression in the team Develop creative ideas and disruptive communication innovations for the client, aligned with their business, customer, and brand goals. What You’ll Bring Hand on experience on FMCG for 3 years Expertise on TV planning Working knowledge of digital platform Good in communication and ability to present well Would prefer candidates from agencies. Persuasiveness Pro-activeness Communication skills Stake holder management Makes good presentations Minimum Qualifications Minimum 3-5 Years of experience handling offline and Digital Experience in handling FMCG clients in top agencies is preferred E-commerce and digital is musts have MBA - Marketing More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:42063 Show more Show less

Manager - Non - Biddable Mumbai Metropolitan Region 3 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager - Non - Biddable to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Director- Media Planning to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Client Leader 3 Best Things About The Job Working for the fastest growing FMCG client, it provides and asks for unusual approach to the traditional media Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on fastest growing and diversified category In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In Six Months Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand’s media approach Initiated & delivered at least 2 key projects Understands the In-house products/software’s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations In 12 Months Worked on Award entries Built high credibility with the team & client What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Provide strategic communications & planning leadership on your set of brands Help build effective media interventions on the back of strong Communication planning Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning Be responsible for the planning team career development & progression in the team Develop creative ideas and disruptive communication innovations for the client, aligned with their business, customer, and brand goals. What You’ll Bring Hand on experience on FMCG for 3 years Expertise on TV planning Working knowledge of digital platform Good in communication and ability to present well Would prefer candidates from agencies. Persuasiveness Pro-activeness Communication skills Stake holder management Makes good presentations Minimum Qualifications Minimum 3-5 Years of experience handling offline and Digital Experience in handling FMCG clients in top agencies is preferred E-commerce and digital is musts have MBA - Marketing More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:42050 Show more Show less

Manager - The Exchange Mumbai Metropolitan Region 3 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager - The Exchange to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Director- Media Planning to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Client Leader 3 Best Things About The Job Working for the fastest growing FMCG client, it provides and asks for unusual approach to the traditional media Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on fastest growing and diversified category In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In Six Months Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand’s media approach Initiated & delivered at least 2 key projects Understands the In-house products/software’s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations In 12 Months Worked on Award entries Built high credibility with the team & client What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Provide strategic communications & planning leadership on your set of brands Help build effective media interventions on the back of strong Communication planning Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning Be responsible for the planning team career development & progression in the team Develop creative ideas and disruptive communication innovations for the client, aligned with their business, customer, and brand goals. What You’ll Bring Hand on experience on FMCG for 3 years Expertise on TV planning Working knowledge of digital platform Good in communication and ability to present well Would prefer candidates from agencies. Persuasiveness Pro-activeness Communication skills Stake holder management Makes good presentations Minimum Qualifications Minimum 3-5 Years of experience handling offline and Digital Experience in handling FMCG clients in top agencies is preferred E-commerce and digital is musts have MBA - Marketing More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:42048 Show more Show less

Principal Partner - Performance Strategy Mumbai Metropolitan Region 0 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Strategy : Architect and supervise comprehensive digital marketing blueprints to catalyze growth, drive sales, and enhance customer acquisition for clientele. Business Growth: Grow the business revenue through existing brands or adding new brands Campaign Supervision: Spearhead and administer large-scale, multi-channel digital initiatives, guaranteeing optimal ROI, CPA, and overall performance metrics. Team Leadership: Provide mentorship, guidance, and oversight to a team of digital marketers, analysts, and content creators, nurturing an environment of innovation and perpetual enhancement. Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytical tools (such as Google Analytics, ADH, DCM etc.) to monitor, scrutinize, and report on campaign performance, refining strategies based on derived insights. Skills: Must have previously managed D2C performance campaigns and possess a robust understanding of platforms (Google/Meta) & all campaign types (A+sc, catalog, Pmax, shopping). Experience with other platforms (partners like Paytm, Gpay, PhonePe & Affiliate Partners) is desirable. Process Oriented: The candidate should exhibit process orientation and proficiency in defining and implementing processes to ensure seamless operations. Client Relations: Interact with high-profile clients to comprehend their business objectives, provide consistent updates, and offer strategic suggestions for performance augmentation. Budget Management: Allocate and oversee budgets across digital channels to ensure optimal expenditure and return on investment for campaigns. New Trends & Innovations: Remain abreast of the latest trends in digital marketing, performance tools, and industry best practices, incorporating avant-garde techniques. Collaboration: Collaborate cross-functional teams to deliver holistic marketing solutions and ensure requirement fulfilment for client. requisitionid:39621 Show more Show less

Director Content Mumbai 6 - 11 years INR 8.0 - 13.0 Lacs P.A. Work from Office Full Time

Overview of the Role Mindshare Fulcrum, a part of GroupM and the dedicated media arm for Hindustan Unilever (HUL), is seeking a visionary Director of Content to be a part of our dynamic Content+ division This role is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional who can blend content expertise with strategic thinking to craft standout campaigns that redefine brand experiences As part of one of the worlds most innovative media networks, youll join a team focused on evolving content marketing for some of Indias most impactful brands, What Were Looking For Creative Strategists: Individuals with an in-depth understanding of the content landscape who are skilled at translating brand narratives into immersive experiences A background in media or creative agency is highly valued, especially those who can inspire clients with boundary-pushing ideas and impactful solutions, Cultural Enthusiasts: A natural affinity to pop culture, and the ability to unearth powerful insights from everyday trends and conversations, allowing them to inject relevance and resonance into campaigns, Award-Winning Visionaries: Proven experience creating multi-media campaigns that blend traditional and digital mediums, using creativity as a tool to capture and retain audience attention, Innovative Storytellers: Talent for breaking the mold, with a knack for challenging industry standards and infusing campaigns with an original perspective A creative flair, coupled with strong proficiency in presentation tools (PowerPoint, Canva) and operational knowledge in Excel, is essential, What a Day Looks Like As our Director of Content, youll work on a balancing act of creative ideation and campaign strategy Each day will see you: Crafting breakthrough content ideas and devising stories that captivate audiences, Sourcing unique partnerships and exploring experimental content formats, Collaborating closely with clients to co-create pitches that inspire, Supervising the execution and fine-tuning of campaigns, ensuring excellence in delivery, Goals & Milestones In 3 Months: Cultivate strong client relationships and establish trust by delivering innovative, integrated content marketing solutions, In 6 Months: Apply advanced technologies to create immersive media experiences, encourage cross-format initiatives, and drive commerce through strategic content, In 12 Months: Lead award-winning campaigns at national and international forums, showcasing Mindshare Fulcrums creative edge,

Head – Client Leadership Mumbai Metropolitan Region 18 - 20 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Overview Of Job Mindshare, a GroupM company and part of WPP, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Client Leadership to lead the relationship with one of our largest global FMCG clients. This pivotal role demands a strategic leader capable of driving innovation, fostering strong client partnerships, and ensuring the delivery of award-winning work across communications and media planning, including digital, performance, ecommerce, and content. Job Title: Head – Client Leadership Department: Client Leadership (Mindshare Fulcrum) Reports To: Head – Mindshare Fulcrum, South Asia As Head of Client Leadership, you will be the primary point of contact for the client, responsible for maintaining the quality of contracted services, identifying opportunities for additional assignments, and championing bold ideas. This role offers a unique opportunity to fuse data, consumer insights, brand strategy, and creativity to deliver exceptional results. As a member of the Fulcrum Leadership Team, you will contribute to the profitable and efficient management of the account portfolio, overseeing resource allocation, processes, and systems. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Client Relationship Leadership What your day job looks like at Mindshare: Consolidate and strengthen senior client relationships, positioning Mindshare as a trusted business partner and fearless advocate for innovative solutions. Cultivate client satisfaction through proactive feedback solicitation and a consultative approach. Act as a client visionary, providing valuable perspectives based on a deep understanding of their business landscape, challenges, and opportunities. Develop and execute comprehensive strategic approaches aligned with the client's business objectives, overseeing annual planning with the client team. Day to day point of contact for other client non -campaign related matters. Strategic & Financial Oversight Oversee business financial accounting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Manage campaign development schedules and investment charters, including the status of POs/partnerships, risk mitigation for campaign/project delays, and commercial commitments. Supervise, support, and manage work related to business growth and strategic development initiatives. Team Leadership & Collaboration Inspire and unify the team by articulating shared goals and fostering a collaborative environment. Lead and establish collaborative operating models across senior stakeholders from specialist functions such as Measurement, Data Analytics, and Content. Uphold a talent-centric approach in all operations, building a performance-oriented and motivated team. Review agency capabilities & resources needed to service clients. Innovation & Thought Leadership Drive thought leadership and industry-defining work through structured communication planning and full utilization of cross-functional WPP capabilities. Develop a roadmap for transforming and maturing the client's approach to media and beyond. Work with Choreograph, GroupM Investment, Talent, and delivery teams on solutions as outputs from digital maturity assessments. Determine strategic segment/audience review consumer journey, media touchpoints, and engagements using a guided measurement framework to determine KPIs. What You’ll Bring Minimum 18-20 years of work experience in business consultancy, marketing, media agency setup, or a strategic planning role, with at least 5 years spent working on media/communications planning related business. Proven track record of collaborating with key decision-makers within organizations. Extensive experience engaging with various stakeholders, including suppliers, advertising/marketing agencies, and media owners. Experience of working on large FMCG and CPG brands is a must. Deep understanding of the media landscape, industry intricacies, business dynamics, brand nuances, and consumer insights. Comprehensive understanding of business principles and practices, with the ability to perceive issues from financial and commercial perspectives. Strong business acumen & Commercial Orientation, understands allocation of resources and the right proposition selling to clients. Ability to understand Offline & Online and their role in shaping clients’ businesses. Understanding of media buying/ planning/ brand investments/ tools used. Desired Skills & Experiences Relationship Building: Cultivating trust and positive relationships with clients is key for long-term success. Problem-Solving: Proactively identifying and resolving client issues demonstrates competence and commitment to their satisfaction. Knowledge of Products/Services: A thorough understanding of a company's offerings allows client leaders to provide informed guidance and solutions. Influence: Effectively guiding clients toward the best solutions for their needs without being overly assertive. Exceptional team management abilities that foster a unified and esteemed work environment. Highly refined presentation and facilitation skills. Seasoned in overseeing substantial projects and managing their successful execution. Acute inquisitiveness and understanding of an entrepreneur’s mindset. About Mindshare Mindshare is a media services company that accelerates Good Growth for its clients. Our company values of energy, empathy and impact bind together our diverse global family of 10,000 people from every culture and with every specialist skill you can imagine. You can check out some of our people’s stories on LinkedIn or Instagram or hear about the company in their own words here . Mindshare is part of GroupM, the world’s leading media investment company, and WPP, the world’s largest advertising holding group. About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:41857 Show more Show less

Partner - Strategy Gurugram,Haryana,India 12 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Overview Of Job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Principal Partner - Digital to join us. In this role, you’ll provide strategic direction and leadership within the digital group to build digital product offering and to deliver the most effective and innovative communications plans. As a recognized digital expert, you’ll also be responsible for all guiding the digital team and ensure smooth delivery of day-to-day digital operations on the accounts. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. 3 Best Things About The Job A fun environment that combines the best of being entrepreneurial whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world Working within a proven, fast growing Media specialists servicing some of the biggest brands in the region A revenue driving role with the market leader in a high growth sector of the marketing services industry In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Formulate digital strategy for client’s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client’s objectives and strategies Offer newer media options, and building a strong media product Keep abreast of current events in target markets that impact client’s business In Six Months Support training of digital staff and recommend actions to manage individual career paths Train direct reports in media and marketing disciplines as well as in the specifics of the client’s business and industry. In 12 Months Oversee media financial management profitability of the Client account What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Formulate digital strategy for client’s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client’s objectives and strategies Assume lead role in integration of client’s media efforts and demonstrate full understanding of client’s businesses as basis for all future work Demonstrate understanding of 3rd party research methodology and how data can be used to shape client conversations Actively promote GroupM’s ambition and values to all media partners by establishing strong relationships with key media owners Investigate all new opportunities from a broad perspective to determine appropriateness and soundness of idea Manage GroupM’s digital planning and implementation resources and partner agencies, where applicable, to deliver quality and timely programs & buys Continually seek innovative and breakthrough ideas, approaches and solutions Keep up to date with emerging digital trading platforms, identifying those with benefit, scaling the opportunity and help in advise on implementation What You’ll Bring Understanding of new age digital ecosystem with focus on programmatic, data based media approach, integrated digital management Possess and demonstrate excellent understanding of media fundamentals, including media math, target audience development, and communication goals Demonstrate sharp strategic thinking and effective problem solving skills Ability to work within and effectively manage a team, decisively organizing multiple assignments for both self and team direct reports Adherence to tight deadlines while delivering flawless work Extremely business-minded and detail-oriented, with clear and proven organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Show ability in training and leadership capability Appropriately and openly participate in team, agency, and industry initiatives Demonstrate genuine curiosity and interest in our client & it’s business Digitally savvy, with specific proficiency at MS Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint Minimum Qualifications 12+ years of related media/communications planning experience, with focus on team leadership and management Post Graduate degree preferred; concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and/or communications preferred More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India GroupM is WPP’s media investment group and the world’s leading media investment company with a mission to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people. The company is responsible for more than $60 billion in annual media investment, as measured by the independent research bureau COMvergence. Through its global agencies Mindshare, Wavemaker, EssenceMediacom, and mSix&Partners, and cross-channel performance (GroupM Nexus), data (Choreograph), entertainment (GroupM Motion Entertainment) and investment solutions, GroupM leverages a unique combination of global scale, expertise, and innovation to generate sustained value for clients wherever they do business. Discover more at www.groupm.com.GroupM is WPP’s media investment group and the world’s leading media investment company with a mission to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people. The company is responsible for more than $60 billion in annual media investment, as measured by the independent research bureau COMvergence. Through its global agencies Mindshare, Wavemaker, EssenceMediacom, and mSix&Partners, and cross-channel performance (GroupM Nexus), data (Choreograph), entertainment (GroupM Motion Entertainment) and investment solutions, GroupM leverages a unique combination of global scale, expertise, and innovation to generate sustained value for clients wherever they do business. Discover more at www.groupm.com . requisitionid:42178 Show more Show less

Partner - Strategy Gurugram 12 - 17 years INR 35.0 - 40.0 Lacs P.A. Work from Office Full Time

Description Overview of job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Principal Partner - Digital to join us. In this role, you ll provide strategic direction and leadership within the digital group to build digital product offering and to deliver the most effective and innovative communications plans. As a recognized digital expert, you ll also be responsible for all guiding the digital team and ensure smooth delivery of day-to-day digital operations on the accounts. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. 3 best things about the job: A fun environment that combines the best of being entrepreneurial whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world Working within a proven, fast growing Media specialists servicing some of the biggest brands in the region A revenue driving role with the market leader in a high growth sector of the marketing services industry In this role, your goals will be: In three months: Formulate digital strategy for client s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client s objectives and strategies Offer newer media options, and building a strong media product Keep abreast of current events in target markets that impact client s business In six months: Support training of digital staff and recommend actions to manage individual career paths Train direct reports in media and marketing disciplines as well as in the specifics of the client s business and industry. In 12 months: Oversee media financial management profitability of the Client account What your day job looks like at Mindshare: Formulate digital strategy for client s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client s objectives and strategies Assume lead role in integration of client s media efforts and demonstrate full understanding of client s businesses as basis for all future work Demonstrate understanding of 3rd party research methodology and how data can be used to shape client conversations Actively promote GroupM s ambition and values to all media partners by establishing strong relationships with key media owners Investigate all new opportunities from a broad perspective to determine appropriateness and soundness of idea Manage GroupM s digital planning and implementation resources and partner agencies, where applicable, to deliver quality and timely programs buys Continually seek innovative and breakthrough ideas, approaches and solutions Keep up to date with emerging digital trading platforms, identifying those with benefit, scaling the opportunity and help in advise on implementation What you ll bring: Understanding of new age digital ecosystem with focus on programmatic, data based media approach, integrated digital management Possess and demonstrate excellent understanding of media fundamentals, including media math, target audience development, and communication goals Demonstrate sharp strategic thinking and effective problem solving skills Ability to work within and effectively manage a team, decisively organizing multiple assignments for both self and team direct reports Adherence to tight deadlines while delivering flawless work Extremely business-minded and detail-oriented, with clear and proven organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Show ability in training and leadership capability Appropriately and openly participate in team, agency, and industry initiatives Demonstrate genuine curiosity and interest in our client it s business Digitally savvy, with specific proficiency at MS Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint Minimum qualifications: 12+ years of related media/communications planning experience, with focus on team leadership and management Post Graduate degree preferred; concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and/or communications preferred More about Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including Agency Network of the Year 2017 by both the MMA SMARTIES and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India GroupM is WPP s media investment group and the world s leading media investment company with a mission to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people. The company is responsible for more than $60 billion in annual media investment, as measured by the independent research bureau COMvergence. Through its global agencies Mindshare, Wavemaker, EssenceMediacom, and mSixPartners, and cross-channel performance (GroupM Nexus), data (Choreograph), entertainment (GroupM Motion Entertainment) and investment solutions, GroupM leverages a unique combination of global scale, expertise, and innovation to generate sustained value for clients wherever they do business. Discover more at www.groupm.com .GroupM is WPP s media investment group and the world s leading media investment company with a mission to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people. The company is responsible for more than $60 billion in annual media investment, as measured by the independent research bureau COMvergence. Through its global agencies Mindshare, Wavemaker, EssenceMediacom, and mSixPartners, and cross-channel performance (GroupM Nexus), data (Choreograph), entertainment (GroupM Motion Entertainment) and investment solutions, GroupM leverages a unique combination of global scale, expertise, and innovation to generate sustained value for clients wherever they do business. Discover more at www.groupm.com .

Manager - Non - Biddable Mumbai 3 - 8 years INR 50.0 - 100.0 Lacs P.A. Work from Office Full Time

Description Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager - Non - Biddable to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Director- Media Planning to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Client Leader 3 best things about the job: 1.Working for the fastest growing FMCG client, it provides and asks for unusual approach to the traditional media 2.Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on fastest growing and diversified category In this role, your goals will be: In three months: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In six months: Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand s media approach Initiated delivered at least 2 key projects Understands the In-house products/software s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations In 12 months: Worked on Award entries Built high credibility with the team client What your day job looks like at Mindshare: Provide strategic communications planning leadership on your set of brands Help build effective media interventions on the back of strong Communication planning Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning Be responsible for the planning team career development progression in the team Develop creative ideas and disruptive communication innovations for the client, aligned with their business, customer, and brand goals. What you ll bring: Hand on experience on FMCG for 3 years Expertise on TV planning Working knowledge of digital platform Good in communication and ability to present well Would prefer candidates from agencies. Persuasiveness Pro-activeness Communication skills Stake holder management Makes good presentations Minimum qualifications: Minimum 3-5 Years of experience handling offline and Digital Experience in handling FMCG clients in top agencies is preferred E-commerce and digital is musts have MBA - Marketing More about Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including Agency Network of the Year 2017 by both the MMA SMARTIES and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity - it s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

Manager - The Exchange Mumbai 3 - 5 years INR 50.0 - 100.0 Lacs P.A. Work from Office Full Time

Description Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Manager - The Exchange to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Director- Media Planning to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Client Leader 3 best things about the job: 1.Working for the fastest growing FMCG client, it provides and asks for unusual approach to the traditional media 2.Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on fastest growing and diversified category In this role, your goals will be: In three months: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In six months: Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand s media approach Initiated & delivered at least 2 key projects Understands the In-house products/software s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations In 12 months: Worked on Award entries Built high credibility with the team & client What your day job looks like at Mindshare: Provide strategic communications & planning leadership on your set of brands Help build effective media interventions on the back of strong Communication planning Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning Be responsible for the planning team career development & progression in the team Develop creative ideas and disruptive communication innovations for the client, aligned with their business, customer, and brand goals. What you ll bring: Hand on experience on FMCG for 3 years Expertise on TV planning Working knowledge of digital platform Good in communication and ability to present well Would prefer candidates from agencies. Persuasiveness Pro-activeness Communication skills Stake holder management Makes good presentations Minimum qualifications: Minimum 3-5 Years of experience handling offline and Digital Experience in handling FMCG clients in top agencies is preferred E-commerce and digital is musts have MBA - Marketing More about Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including Agency Network of the Year 2017 by both the MMA SMARTIES and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity - it s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

Principal Partner - Performance Strategy Mumbai, Maharashtra 0 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Strategy : Architect and supervise comprehensive digital marketing blueprints to catalyze growth, drive sales, and enhance customer acquisition for clientele. Business Growth: Grow the business revenue through existing brands or adding new brands Campaign Supervision: Spearhead and administer large-scale, multi-channel digital initiatives, guaranteeing optimal ROI, CPA, and overall performance metrics. Team Leadership: Provide mentorship, guidance, and oversight to a team of digital marketers, analysts, and content creators, nurturing an environment of innovation and perpetual enhancement. Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytical tools (such as Google Analytics, ADH, DCM etc.) to monitor, scrutinize, and report on campaign performance, refining strategies based on derived insights. Skills: Must have previously managed D2C performance campaigns and possess a robust understanding of platforms (Google/Meta) & all campaign types (A+sc, catalog, Pmax, shopping). Experience with other platforms (partners like Paytm, Gpay, PhonePe & Affiliate Partners) is desirable. Process Oriented: The candidate should exhibit process orientation and proficiency in defining and implementing processes to ensure seamless operations. Client Relations: Interact with high-profile clients to comprehend their business objectives, provide consistent updates, and offer strategic suggestions for performance augmentation. Budget Management: Allocate and oversee budgets across digital channels to ensure optimal expenditure and return on investment for campaigns. New Trends & Innovations: Remain abreast of the latest trends in digital marketing, performance tools, and industry best practices, incorporating avant-garde techniques. Collaboration: Collaborate cross-functional teams to deliver holistic marketing solutions and ensure requirement fulfilment for client. #LI-Promoted

Partner - The Exchange Mumbai, Maharashtra 12 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Principal Partner, Digital Trading Location: Mumbai, India Department: Exchange team (Digital Trading) Reporting to: Head, Digital Trading About Mindshare Mindshare, a part of GroupM and WPP, is a global media agency network helping clients make smarter business decisions in the digital age. We are the trusted advisor to some of the world's largest advertisers, including Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL). Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Digital Trading Principal Partner to lead our digital trading operations for HUL. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on digital expertise to drive our client's digital presence and performance. Reports to: Head, Digital Trading Key Responsibilities Digital Strategy Development Develop and implement comprehensive digital trading strategies aligned with HUL's business objectives Lead innovation in digital media buying and optimization Drive data-informed decision making Partnership Performance Management Manage relationships with data and e-commerce platforms, technology providers, and other key stakeholders. Negotiate deals to maximize profitability and efficiency. Ensure all key KPI’s with the partners are aligned and delivered Cross-Functional Collaboration : Collaborate with various departments such as client team, measurement, programmatic, digital and ecommerce, finance & compliance teams to ensure that partnership strategies are integrated across all facets of the business. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree required, MBA or related master's degree preferred Experience: 12-15 years of digital media experience 5+ years in leadership roles Proven track record in digital trading and e-commerce Technical Skills: Proficiency in finding and building data partnerships Advanced knowledge of digital analytics tools Understanding of major advertising platforms (Google, Meta, Amazon) Soft Skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities Excellent communication and presentation skills Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Vice President - Client Leadership Gurugram,Haryana,India 17 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

About Mindshare: A Leading WPP Media Brand Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As “Growth Architects," we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders — better for people, planet, and business — by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders. Role Summary And Impact We are currently looking for a Vice President – Client Leadership to join us. In this role, you’ll provide strategic direction and leadership within the digital group to build digital product offering and to deliver the most effective and innovative communications plans. As a recognized digital expert, you’ll also be responsible for all guiding the digital team and ensure smooth delivery of day-to-day digital operations on the accounts. Skills And Experience Understanding of new age digital ecosystem with focus on programmatic, data based media approach, integrated digital management Possess and demonstrate excellent understanding of media fundamentals, including media math, target audience development, and communication goals Demonstrate sharp strategic thinking and effective problem solving skills Ability to work within and effectively manage a team, decisively organizing multiple assignments for both self and team direct reports Adherence to tight deadlines while delivering flawless work Extremely business-minded and detail-oriented, with clear and proven organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Show ability in training and leadership capability Appropriately and openly participate in team, agency, and industry initiatives Demonstrate genuine curiosity and interest in our client & it’s business Digitally savvy, with specific proficiency at MS Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint. 17+ years of related media/communications planning experience, with focus on team leadership and management. Post Graduate degree preferred; concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and/or communications preferred 3 Best Things About The Job A fun environment that combines the best of being entrepreneurial whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world Working within a proven, fast growing Media specialists servicing some of the biggest brands in the region A revenue driving role with the market leader in a high growth sector of the marketing services industry In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Formulate digital strategy for client’s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client’s objectives and strategies Offer newer media options, and building a strong media product Keep abreast of current events in target markets that impact client’s business In Six Months Support training of digital staff and recommend actions to manage individual career paths Train direct reports in media and marketing disciplines as well as in the specifics of the client’s business and industry. In 12 Months Oversee media financial management profitability of the Client account What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Formulate digital strategy for client’s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client’s objectives and strategies Assume lead role in integration of client’s media efforts and demonstrate full understanding of client’s businesses as basis for all future work Demonstrate understanding of 3rd party research methodology and how data can be used to shape client conversations Actively promote WPP Media’s ambition and values to all media partners by establishing strong relationships with key media owners Investigate all new opportunities from a broad perspective to determine appropriateness and soundness of idea Manage WPP Media’s digital planning and implementation resources and partner agencies, where applicable, to deliver quality and timely programs & buys Continually seek innovative and breakthrough ideas, approaches and solutions Keep up to date with emerging digital trading platforms, identifying those with 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 holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. WPP Media 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. 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. Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) for more information on how we process the information you provide. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Show more Show less

Senior Director - Client Leadership Mumbai Metropolitan Region 10 - 12 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Overview Of Job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Senior Director– Client Leadership to join us. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and selling integrated communications strategy based on brand understanding, consumer insights and market/media dynamics At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to the Vice President – Client Leadership 3 Best Things About The Job You get to create a footprint in the fastest growing agency in the network on well-known brands and be part of a winning team Completely managing the plans from brief to planning to execution High adrenalin work under pressure and short turnaround times and ability to shape the course of the agency In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Get a complete handle on the client structure, media planning requirements of assigned clients Built a working relationship with key internal stakeholders, brand managers and media managers at client end. Familiarize completely with the media planning process and delivery structure In Six Months To be recognized as the reliable, independent and integrated media planning and go-to face for the key stake-holders at the client Built a strong relationship with the client and all internal stake holders Worked on and delivered at least 2 key showcase award worthy projects In 12 Months Supervised a market shaping AOP process for the clients Worked on 2 Cut through, award winning and business defining projects for the clients Worked on award entries along with the extended team members Ensured delivery of a culture of seamless and high-quality execution resulting in high client satisfaction Create a positive vibe within the team What Your Day Job Looks Like Manage the day-to-day relationship with the client Ensure timely, high quality delivery & execution of media planning, competitive and market understanding for the clients as per the aligned process Ensure that deliverables are sent as per the engagement calendar Manage individuals & oversee their work to ensure it meets quality standards either through direct or allied teams Arrive at actionable solutions using secondary data analysis (IRS/BARC/TGI/GroupM tools etc) and by drawing upon media planning experience. Look for positive solutions rather than problems Ensure timely team appraisals and clear development goals for team members; identify and follow through on appropriate training and career development for the team Participate in new business pitches as relevant from time to time What You’ll Bring Minimum 10-12 years total work experience in media business consulting, market research/analytics or a strategic planning role, of which at least 3-4 recent years have been spent working on media planning related business on consumer product businesses Be an independent self-starter who can take the ball and run with it to the end A collaborative, positive person who can work in a matrix structure More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare. We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare. About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:37873 Show more Show less

Senior Director - Strategy Mumbai Metropolitan Region 10 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Overview Of Job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Senior Director – Strategy to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. In this role, you will be responsible for uncovering relevant, actionable insights and working with business, content and digital teams to create communication interventions. You will closely monitor and interpret industry and consumer trends and competitive intelligence to sharply identify business challenges, and then apply the insights to brand strategy, communication planning, and key brand initiatives. The key is to re-architect the strategic relationship to not only who we target and how we reach them (base media product) to a more business focused framework around business challenges, journeys and ideas. The principal task is to understand what the client wants to achieve, helping them define it by using all available insights and analytical resource, articulate it as challenge and follow this up with a clear consumer journey to address the challenge. At Mindshare, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Partner- Strategy 3 Best Things About The Job You get to work on a mix of a very diverse set of clients A fast paced and fun work environment where you get to work with multiple functions and best in class people Get to be a part of a rapidly growing organization, where sky is the limit In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understood the business and the issues therein of the clients handled, inside out Devised key communication strategies for key clients handled Understood all the tools and resources available within the Mindshare, GroupM and WPP systems and apply it to brand strategies Built a collaborative relationship with the business teams as well as all the verticals Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In Six Months He would be the best buddy within the Mindshare purple family to talk about the brand and win the confidence internally as well as externally Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand’s media approach Initiated & delivered key projects across client brands Understands the In-house products/software’s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations Work on special projects In 12 Months Emerged as the go-to person both internally and for client for Strategy & Insights solutions. Taken specific initiatives as well as a strategic direction, to drive business outcomes for key clients. Successfully mastered the art of delivering award winning solutions for client Identified and nurtured ley partnerships for the organization Been an integral part of conceptualizing the strategic direction of the organization from a product perspective Worked on Award entries Complete understanding and know-how of the GroupM / Mindshare ecosystem and Matrix structure to deliver the 360 strategies across the brands (subject to personal IQ level and enthusiastic to learn and grow & adapt) What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Be an integral part of setting up and driving the strategy function and direction for the organisation To understand and continuously be in the know of industry, technology, data and communication trends – and utilise those to devise a strategic direction for clients as well as the organisation To continuously meet partners in the areas of data, technology, creative and academia and drive partnerships at an organisational level Data war rooms, Market mix modelling and strategic thinking across key clients across industries & sectors Should be able to craft the strategies based on outcomes led thinking and must ensure adaptive and agile data roadmaps Build strategies based on Mindshare strategic thinking framework across set of clients To read and learn continuously Have the ability to identify key business challenges and provide sharp solutions for the same, rooted in a deep understanding of the consumer Utilize client, third party as well as internal data to derive insights which translates to strategic communication planning Devise methodologies and systems to continuously measure business outcomes as a result of marketing and communication activity Communicate and embed learning to increase the impact of insights into action by making them relevant to the business strategy Ability to conceptualize and institute consumer surveys Make compelling presentations – effectively present information to top management, marketing teams, internal and public groups Creation of impactful business communication (presentations, papers, etc.). Communicate complex ideas/insights in a way that all can understand and apply Define challenges, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions Use digital and non-digital communication solutions to create integrated plans Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning What You’ll Bring Prior work experience in in the areas of Research or Media Knowledge in the areas of Communications Strategy and Account Planning would be an added advantage Great Communication Skills Able to design, implement, and analyse primary research with minimal supervision Strong in both qualitative and quantitative analysis Radical and out of the box thinking Experience in the digital ecosystem Being comfortable with numbers and data is a must Proactive and enthusiastic about creating pioneering work and award-winning solutions Collaborative and ability to work with multiple teams and stakeholders – people skills is a must Efficient project management skills The hunger to continuously learn and explore new things Minimum Qualifications Minimum 10+ Years of relevant experience Experience in handling FMCG / Broadcast clients in top agencies is preferred Advanced working of BARC is a must Working knowledge of secondary research tools like TGI, IRS, comScore, AppAnnie, etc. is preferred Post graduate – Marketing, Research, Statistics or relevant function About Mindshare Mindshare is a media services company that accelerates Good Growth for its clients. Our company values of energy, empathy and impact bind together our diverse global family of 10,000 people from every culture and with every specialist skill you can imagine. You can check out some of our people’s stories on LinkedIn or Instagram or hear about the company in their own words here. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the world’s leading media investment company, and WPP, the world’s largest advertising holding group. About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:42322 Show more Show less

Director - Digital Trading Mumbai Metropolitan Region 3 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Job title – Manager, Digital Trading, GroupM India. Overview Of Job - This role is part of our Mindshare Exchange (Digital trading) and aligned with Central Trading Group - Groupm. You will be responsible for implementation of the overall digital trading strategy for businesses in West India for a set of agency OpCo’s within Mindshare, keeping in mind the priorities of the agencies: Reporting of the role - This role reports to the Director – Digital trading Mindshare west. 3 Best Things About The Job – Working in a highly charged atmosphere: GroupM has over 45% share of adEx, handles many of the iconic brands and clients and employs some of the best advertising and media professionals in the country. The opportunity to shape the Western market: With the scale mentioned above, it’s possible to shape virtually any new idea and opportunity. Evangelizing digital to both internal and external stakeholders and working with the best technology and digital businesses. Measures of success – In 3 Months Completely be in sync with our overall trading objectives and implementation strategy Get completely aligned to your selected set of agency stakeholders and set of processes that are to be followed. Be aligned on key deliveries and set a plan to achieve the same. Demonstration of technical knowledge Rigorous tracking of client and buy deliverables In 6 Months Be actively involved in day-to-day trading practices and ensure smooth fulfilment of the role. Regular tracking of client deliverables Contributing to monthly buying reviews with client Being updated on latest happenings In 12 Months Achieve all expectations and KPI’s set out for the year. Add value to the group through thought leadership in area’s mutually decided with your reporting manager Provide inputs to new implementation strategies (if any) Responsibilities Of The Role - To work with the Regional Head of Exchange and execute the established Digital Trading strategy for the selected agency OpCo’s and their clients in West India. To be specific, ensure all key KPI’s like Deal making for clients, Client pricing, Inflation control, demand generation, encouraging clients to measure BAV, are implemented successfully. Syncing up with stake holders to ensure all client level buying KPI’s are successfully delivered. Along with execution, ensure setting up systems to monitor their effective implementation. To assist with troubleshooting and negotiation support as and when is needed with the agencies to ensure the continued success and excellence of these strategies. Other miscellaneous related duties as required. What You Will Need - A trading or “deal-making” personality, who enjoys the excitement of negotiations. A practical, “hands-on” approach, and excellent local media owner connections. A sensitive, careful approach is needed to obtain the best results from our media vendor partners (as well as our clients and staff). Energy and enthusiasm to relentlessly drive changes across the business and help our staff embrace this new initiative and the change in behaviour that is needed. A collaborative and astute approach to build trust and respect across our total network – we are a multi-agency, multi-layer organization. A deep understanding of digital media and familiarity with all aspects of digital media including display, Search, Social, Mobile, Video, Programmatic, Data, etc. 3+ years of experience in the digital arena ideally across multiple markets and/or in a regional role with an emphasis on buying and negotiation More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare. We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare. About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with. requisitionid:42093 Show more Show less

Director - The Exchange Mumbai Metropolitan Region 5 - 8 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Director - The Exchange to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. You will also be responsible for handling day to day operations and ensure smooth functioning of the team and processes. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Client Leader 3 Best Things About The Job Working for the fastest growing FMCG client, it provides and asks for unusual approach to the traditional media Attain strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on fastest growing and diversified category In Three Months In this role, your goals will be: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In Six Months Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand’s media approach Initiated & delivered at least 2 key projects Understands the In-house products/software’s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations In 12 Months Worked on Award entries Built high credibility with the team & client What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Provide strategic communications & planning leadership on your set of brands Help build effective media interventions on the back of strong Communication planning Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning Be responsible for the planning team career development & progression in the team Develop creative ideas and disruptive communication innovations for the client, aligned with their business, customer, and brand goals. What You’ll Bring Hand on experience on FMCG. Expertise on TV planning Working knowledge of digital platform Good in communication and ability to present well Would prefer candidates from agencies. Persuasiveness Pro-activeness Communication skills Stake holder management Makes good presentations Minimum Qualifications Minimum 5-8Years of experience handling offline and Digital Experience in handling FMCG clients in top agencies is preferred E-commerce and digital is musts have MBA - Marketing More About Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. requisitionid:42049 Show more Show less

Principal Partner - Digital Mumbai 12 - 17 years INR 50.0 - 100.0 Lacs P.A. Work from Office Full Time

Description Overview of job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Principal Partner - Digital to join us. In this role, you ll provide strategic direction and leadership within the digital group to build digital product offering and to deliver the most effective and innovative communications plans. As a recognized digital expert, you ll also be responsible for all guiding the digital team and ensure smooth delivery of day-to-day digital operations on the accounts. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. 3 best things about the job: A fun environment that combines the best of being entrepreneurial whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world Working within a proven, fast growing Media specialists servicing some of the biggest brands in the region A revenue driving role with the market leader in a high growth sector of the marketing services industry In this role, your goals will be: In three months: Formulate digital strategy for client s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client s objectives and strategies Offer newer media options, and building a strong media product Keep abreast of current events in target markets that impact client s business In six months: Support training of digital staff and recommend actions to manage individual career paths Train direct reports in media and marketing disciplines as well as in the specifics of the client s business and industry. In 12 months: Oversee media financial management profitability of the Client account What your day job looks like at Mindshare: Formulate digital strategy for client s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client s objectives and strategies Assume lead role in integration of client s media efforts and demonstrate full understanding of client s businesses as basis for all future work Demonstrate understanding of 3rd party research methodology and how data can be used to shape client conversations Actively promote GroupM s ambition and values to all media partners by establishing strong relationships with key media owners Investigate all new opportunities from a broad perspective to determine appropriateness and soundness of idea Manage GroupM s digital planning and implementation resources and partner agencies, where applicable, to deliver quality and timely programs & buys Continually seek innovative and breakthrough ideas, approaches and solutions Keep up to date with emerging digital trading platforms, identifying those with benefit, scaling the opportunity and help in advise on implementation What you ll bring: Understanding of new age digital ecosystem with focus on programmatic, data based media approach, integrated digital management Possess and demonstrate excellent understanding of media fundamentals, including media math, target audience development, and communication goals Demonstrate sharp strategic thinking and effective problem solving skills Ability to work within and effectively manage a team, decisively organizing multiple assignments for both self and team direct reports Adherence to tight deadlines while delivering flawless work Extremely business-minded and detail-oriented, with clear and proven organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Show ability in training and leadership capability Appropriately and openly participate in team, agency, and industry initiatives Demonstrate genuine curiosity and interest in our client & it s business Digitally savvy, with specific proficiency at MS Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint Minimum qualifications: 12+ years of related media/communications planning experience, with focus on team leadership and management Post Graduate degree preferred; concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and/or communications preferred More about Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare . We believe that in today s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including Agency Network of the Year 2017 by both the MMA SMARTIES and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare . About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity - it s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

Senior Director - Strategy Mumbai 10 - 15 years INR 50.0 - 100.0 Lacs P.A. Work from Office Full Time

Description Overview of job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Senior Director - Strategy to join us. You should be proficient in creating integrated media solutions and manage multiple brands. In this role, you will be responsible for uncovering relevant, actionable insights and working with business, content and digital teams to create communication interventions. You will closely monitor and interpret industry and consumer trends and competitive intelligence to sharply identify business challenges, and then apply the insights to brand strategy, communication planning, and key brand initiatives. The key is to re-architect the strategic relationship to not only who we target and how we reach them (base media product) to a more business focused framework around business challenges, journeys and ideas. The principal task is to understand what the client wants to achieve, helping them define it by using all available insights and analytical resource, articulate it as challenge and follow this up with a clear consumer journey to address the challenge. At Mindshare, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. Reporting of the role This role reports to: Partner- Strategy 3 best things about the job: You get to work on a mix of a very diverse set of clients A fast paced and fun work environment where you get to work with multiple functions and best in class people Get to be a part of a rapidly growing organization, where sky is the limit In this role, your goals will be: In three months: Understand the category and brand objectives for the year Understood the business and the issues therein of the clients handled, inside out Devised key communication strategies for key clients handled Understood all the tools and resources available within the Mindshare, GroupM and WPP systems and apply it to brand strategies Built a collaborative relationship with the business teams as well as all the verticals Understand and take initiative towards agencies goal for the year. In six months: He would be the best buddy within the Mindshare purple family to talk about the brand and win the confidence internally as well as externally Successfully lead the account and engage with the client on brand s media approach Initiated & delivered key projects across client brands Understands the In-house products/software s very well to demonstrate the same during client conversations Work on special projects In 12 months: Emerged as the go-to person both internally and for client for Strategy & Insights solutions. Taken specific initiatives as well as a strategic direction, to drive business outcomes for key clients. Successfully mastered the art of delivering award winning solutions for client Identified and nurtured ley partnerships for the organization Been an integral part of conceptualizing the strategic direction of the organization from a product perspective Worked on Award entries Complete understanding and know-how of the GroupM / Mindshare ecosystem and Matrix structure to deliver the 360 strategies across the brands (subject to personal IQ level and enthusiastic to learn and grow & adapt) What Your Day Job Looks Like At Mindshare Be an integral part of setting up and driving the strategy function and direction for the organisation To understand and continuously be in the know of industry, technology, data and communication trends - and utilise those to devise a strategic direction for clients as well as the organisation To continuously meet partners in the areas of data, technology, creative and academia and drive partnerships at an organisational level Data war rooms, Market mix modelling and strategic thinking across key clients across industries & sectors Should be able to craft the strategies based on outcomes led thinking and must ensure adaptive and agile data roadmaps Build strategies based on Mindshare strategic thinking framework across set of clients To read and learn continuously Have the ability to identify key business challenges and provide sharp solutions for the same, rooted in a deep understanding of the consumer Utilize client, third party as well as internal data to derive insights which translates to strategic communication planning Devise methodologies and systems to continuously measure business outcomes as a result of marketing and communication activity Communicate and embed learning to increase the impact of insights into action by making them relevant to the business strategy Ability to conceptualize and institute consumer surveys Make compelling presentations - effectively present information to top management, marketing teams, internal and public groups Creation of impactful business communication (presentations, papers, etc.). Communicate complex ideas/insights in a way that all can understand and apply Define challenges, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions Use digital and non-digital communication solutions to create integrated plans Act as a senior level contact for the client and have a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy. Should be able to lead strategic conversations on Media and communication planning What You ll Bring Prior work experience in in the areas of Research or Media Knowledge in the areas of Communications Strategy and Account Planning would be an added advantage Great Communication Skills Able to design, implement, and analyse primary research with minimal supervision Strong in both qualitative and quantitative analysis Radical and out of the box thinking Experience in the digital ecosystem Being comfortable with numbers and data is a must Proactive and enthusiastic about creating pioneering work and award-winning solutions Collaborative and ability to work with multiple teams and stakeholders - people skills is a must Efficient project management skills The hunger to continuously learn and explore new things Minimum Qualifications Minimum 10+ Years of relevant experience Experience in handling FMCG / Broadcast clients in top agencies is preferred Advanced working of BARC is a must Working knowledge of secondary research tools like TGI, IRS, comScore, AppAnnie, etc. is preferred Post graduate - Marketing, Research, Statistics or relevant function About Mindshare Mindshare is a media services company that accelerates Good Growth for its clients. Our company values of energy, empathy and impact bind together our diverse global family of 10,000 people from every culture and with every specialist skill you can imagine. You can check out some of our people s stories on LinkedIn or Instagram or hear about the company in their own words here. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the world s leading media investment company, and WPP, the world s largest advertising holding group. About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity - it s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

Principal Partner - Digital Mumbai, Maharashtra 12 years Not disclosed On-site Full Time

Overview of job Mindshare is an agency of GroupM, the world’s largest media investment company and are a part of WPP. In fact, we are responsible for one in every three ads you see globally. We are currently looking for a Principal Partner - Digital to join us. In this role, you’ll provide strategic direction and leadership within the digital group to build digital product offering and to deliver the most effective and innovative communications plans. As a recognized digital expert, you’ll also be responsible for all guiding the digital team and ensure smooth delivery of day-to-day digital operations on the accounts. At GroupM APAC, our people are our strength, which is why fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion is important to us. 3 best things about the job: A fun environment that combines the best of being entrepreneurial whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world Working within a proven, fast growing Media specialists servicing some of the biggest brands in the region A revenue driving role with the market leader in a high growth sector of the marketing services industry In this role, your goals will be: In three months: Formulate digital strategy for client’s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client’s objectives and strategies Offer newer media options, and building a strong media product Keep abreast of current events in target markets that impact client’s business In six months: Support training of digital staff and recommend actions to manage individual career paths Train direct reports in media and marketing disciplines as well as in the specifics of the client’s business and industry. In 12 months: Oversee media financial management profitability of the Client account What your day job looks like at Mindshare: Formulate digital strategy for client’s business and ensure that recommendations and decisions are consistent with client’s objectives and strategies Assume lead role in integration of client’s media efforts and demonstrate full understanding of client’s businesses as basis for all future work Demonstrate understanding of 3rd party research methodology and how data can be used to shape client conversations Actively promote GroupM’s ambition and values to all media partners by establishing strong relationships with key media owners Investigate all new opportunities from a broad perspective to determine appropriateness and soundness of idea Manage GroupM’s digital planning and implementation resources and partner agencies, where applicable, to deliver quality and timely programs & buys Continually seek innovative and breakthrough ideas, approaches and solutions Keep up to date with emerging digital trading platforms, identifying those with benefit, scaling the opportunity and help in advise on implementation What you’ll bring: Understanding of new age digital ecosystem with focus on programmatic, data based media approach, integrated digital management Possess and demonstrate excellent understanding of media fundamentals, including media math, target audience development, and communication goals Demonstrate sharp strategic thinking and effective problem solving skills Ability to work within and effectively manage a team, decisively organizing multiple assignments for both self and team direct reports Adherence to tight deadlines while delivering flawless work Extremely business-minded and detail-oriented, with clear and proven organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Show ability in training and leadership capability Appropriately and openly participate in team, agency, and industry initiatives Demonstrate genuine curiosity and interest in our client & it’s business Digitally savvy, with specific proficiency at MS Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint Minimum qualifications: 12+ years of related media/communications planning experience, with focus on team leadership and management Post Graduate degree preferred; concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, and/or communications preferred More about Mindshare We were born in Asia in 1997, a start up with a desire to change the media world. Now we are a global agency with more than 7,000 employees in 116 offices across 86 countries, operating as one team - #teammindshare. We believe that in today’s world, everything begins and ends in media. We aim to be our clients’ lead business partner, to grow their business, and drive profitability through adaptive and inventive marketing. We do this through speed, teamwork and provocation and by operating as a network of networks rather than a rigid hierarchy. We create new things and have fun doing it. Whenever and wherever you join us, you open a door to opportunities in any and of all aspects of media, technology and innovation. We will support you, recognize you and reward you, making Mindshare the place where you do the best work of your career. Mindshare APAC has won 500 awards in the last year alone, including “Agency Network of the Year 2017” by both the MMA SMARTIES™ and Campaign Asia for the fifth and third consecutive year, respectively. Mindshare is part of GroupM, the media investment management arm of WPP, the world’s leading communications services group. To learn more about Mindshare and our philosophy of Original Thinking, visit us at www.mindshareworld.com and follow us on Twitter @mindshare and facebook.com/mindshareapac and linkedin.com/company/mindshare. About India 2020 brought opportunities for brands to innovate because of which we saw an evolving media stack. The growth of digital is set to soar high because of changing consumer habits. With approximately 500 million smartphone users, low-priced data plans, 45 to 50 million e-commerce shoppers, approximately 60 OTT offerings and a young population, India is a mobile-first internet market. It is also one of the top 10 ad spend markets in the world and is set to climb the ranks. Global big tech corporations have made considerable investments in top e-commerce/retail ventures and Indian start-ups, blurring the lines between social media, e-commerce and mobile payments, resulting in disruption on an unimaginable scale. At GroupM India, there’s never a dull moment between juggling client requests, managing vendor partners and having fun with your team. We believe in tackling challenges head-on and getting things done. GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

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