Director Brand Experience & Partnerships

About the role

The Director Brand Experience & Partnerships will shape the strategic and creative direction of brand experiences and lead the team with a clear vision. This role involves developing innovative concepts across the customer journey and initiating strong partnerships, particularly in sports and entertainment. The successful candidate will drive business development, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality delivery while fostering a collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall strategy for the Brand Experience & Partnerships division.
• Lead and develop the team both disciplinary and professionally.
• Identify new business opportunities and build strategic relationships with top-level clients.
• Develop innovative business models and services based on market trends and new technologies.
• Manage budget, resources, and results planning for the division.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments such as Media, Creative, and Strategy, as well as external partners.

Required skills

• Brand Experience
• Media
• Content
• Partnerships
• Strategic Planning
• Business Development
• Budget Management
• German
• English

Nice to have

• Sports
• Entertainment
• Technology

Qualifications

• Several years of leadership experience in brand experience, media, content, or partnerships
• Proven track record in team development and management of complex client projects

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• 30 days vacation
• Health benefits
• Retirement provision
• Mental Health Awareness Days
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Job Ticket
• Wellhub
• Job Bike

About the Company

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. As a global media network, it unites platforms, talent, and partners to create opportunities for growth in a connected media world.