Group Head - Management Review

This pivotal role at WPP Media involves actively participating in and managing various audit processes, including group internal audits and client audits (media, financial, rate benchmarking). Group Head will also contribute to operational and management review process audits and remediation, with a strong focus on overall process streamlining and ensuring compliance across the organization.

Responsibilities

Support and actively participate in internal audits and client-facing audits, covering media and financial reviews; Assist with functional audits as directed by senior management; Ensure all audit activities are conducted thoroughly, on time, and in full compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements; Proactively manage and monitor organisational compliance across all relevant statutory, internal, and regulatory frameworks, policies, and guidance; Identify inefficiencies and champion process streamlining initiatives; Partner with cross-functional teams to embed a culture of compliance and continuous improvement; Own the end-to-end preparation, organisation, and management of data required for all audit activities; Coordinate seamlessly across internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and complete information flows during audit cycles; Distil complex and large-scale datasets into clear, structured, and actionable insights for senior stakeholders; Contribute to the identification of operational gaps and control weaknesses through management review audits; Develop and help implement practical, sustainable remediation plans to address audit findings; Track progress against remediation actions; Maintain an anticipatory, forward-looking approach to all ongoing and upcoming audit processes; Conduct pre-audits and internal reviews proactively to surface potential issues; Report Early Warning signals and key risk areas to relevant stakeholders in a timely and structured manner

Requirements

Chartered Accountant (CA) with a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience; Semi-Qualified CA (CA Inter/IPCC cleared) with a minimum of 5–6 years of relevant experience; Demonstrated hands-on experience in internal audit, process reviews, and control improvement initiatives; Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent audit workstreams with meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational discipline; Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and data modelling); Broader MS Office Suite competence; Strong capability in large-scale data analysis; Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; Ability to present audit findings, draft concise reports, and interact confidently with senior stakeholders; Collaborative team player capable of working effectively across functions, geographies, and levels of seniority; High degree of professional integrity, discretion, and sound judgement

Nice to have

Prior experience with a mid-size internal audit firm is strongly preferred; Prior experience within a media agency or media investment organisation

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance; Group retirement plans; Vision insurance; Dental insurance; Significant paid time off; Preferential partner discounts; Employee mental health awareness days; Hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week; Employee resource groups; In-office events celebrating team wins, thought leadership, holidays, and milestone events