At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. Our teams blend creativity, technology and strategy to deliver connected experiences that transform brands and businesses.

We are seeking a Growth Executive to support the growth of AKQA through the successful management of new business opportunities. This role is central to shaping compelling responses to prospective clients, leading the end-to-end pursuit process across pitches, proposals, RFIs and RFPs.

Working closely with senior leadership, Strategy, Creative, Client Services and Delivery teams, the Pursuit Manager will bring structure, momentum and clarity to high-value opportunities, ensuring AKQA presents its best thinking in a compelling and differentiated way.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Lead and manage the end-to-end pursuit process across new business opportunities, from qualification through to final submission
• Partner with Growth leadership to define pursuit strategy, win themes and response approach for each opportunity
• Create and manage detailed project plans, timelines, workstreams and responsibilities to ensure smooth execution
• Act as the central point of contact across internal teams during live pursuits, driving alignment and momentum
• Coordinate cross-functional contributors including Strategy, Creative, Experience, Technology and Client Services
• Facilitate kick-offs, brainstorms, progress meetings and pitch rehearsals to maintain pace and quality
• Oversee the development of high-quality RFP, RFI, proposal and presentation responses
• Support the creation of compelling narrative, case studies and tailored content that reflects AKQA’s capabilities and values
• Ensure all materials are delivered to the highest standard, on time and with strong attention to detail
• Manage multiple concurrent opportunities, balancing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Gather feedback from internal stakeholders and prospective clients to assess outcomes and improve future pursuits
• Capture learnings, templates and best practices to continuously evolve AKQA’s pursuit process

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• 3+ years’ experience in pursuit management, proposal management, business development or a similar role
• Experience within a creative agency, consultancy, digital business or similarly fast-paced environment preferred
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written communication skills, with an eye for detail and clarity of message
• Confident creating polished presentations and client-facing materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Calm under pressure, able to bring structure and momentum to fast-moving opportunities
• Highly collaborative, with the ability to work effectively across senior stakeholders and diverse teams
• Commercially minded, with an understanding of what makes a compelling and successful pitch
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, anticipating challenges and driving progress
• Passionate about creativity, innovation and producing world-class work
• A natural relationship builder who creates trust and confidence with colleagues and stakeholders

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create a better future. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive ideas, services and experiences that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.

Creatives at AKQA apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight to craft beautiful brands, products and experiences that stop people in their tracks. Skilled storytellers, they work in a multidisciplinary environment to unlock new value for our clients.

As a Senior Arabic Copywriter in MENA, you will play a critical role in shaping ideas through language, bringing cultural depth, precision, and originality to everything you write. You will lead the development of Arabic copy across campaigns, platforms, products, and experiences, ensuring the work is not just translated, but born in culture.

There will be the opportunity to learn and grow within a creative and technically advanced environment, with access to ongoing personal and professional development. At AKQA, we’re committed to your growth, as well as your wellbeing.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Lead with hunger, not hierarchy. Drive the creation of bold ideas across campaigns, products, and experiences with the tenacity of a maker and the mindset of an owner; from the spark to the shipped work.
• Write Arabic that lives in culture. Craft original Arabic copy across Modern Standard Arabic and regional dialects, with a deep understanding of tone, nuance, rhythm, and cultural context. Avoid translation thinking, create work that feels native from the start.
• Be a hands-on craft obsessive. Write, refine, rewrite, and elevate. Whether it’s a brand platform, a film script, a case film, a product story, or a social headline, your craft must push the work further every time.
• Bring cultural intelligence.Inject regional insights, behaviours, and tensions into the work. Understand what people care about, how they speak, and what will move them.
• Tell stories that travel. Shape narratives that work in film, social media, experience, product, and PR, and understand how storytelling behaves in the region, in culture, and in global markets.
• Think beyond the ad. Collaborate with strategists, technologists, designers and creatives to shape ideas that live as acts, innovations, prototypes, platforms and content ecosystems, not just campaigns.
• Bring energy that lifts the room. Embrace challenges, pressure, late pivots, and wild briefs as fuel. Be the person who raises the creative temperature and pushes peers to be braver.
• Create work that earns attention. Ideas should be culturally relevant, PR-able, and built to travel, grounded in insight, engineered for conversation, and designed to make brands part of culture.
• Operate like a modern creative. Comfortable switching between AI tools, emerging tech, social formats, product thinking, long-form storytelling, and classic craft to unlock new possibilities.
• Collaborate fearlessly. Work fluidly with multidisciplinary talent across AKQA’s global network, from Ryhad to Dubai to Denmark, bringing clarity, momentum, and a creative point of view.
• Present with conviction. Clearly articulate thinking and storytelling in internal reviews, client meetings, and pitch rooms, driving alignment, belief, and excitement around the work.
• Contribute to the culture. Share inspiration, mentor younger creatives, push experimentation, and help build a studio where ambition, curiosity, and relentless craft are the norm.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• 5+ years of relevant creative agency or brand side experience with large global projects/clients
• You have  compelling work demonstrating high-quality Arabic writing and concepting across campaigns, platforms, and experiences.
• You are fluent across Arabic dialects, with a deep understanding of linguistic nuance, cultural context, and tone of voice.
• A portfolio with crafted and globally-recognised brand, campaign and experience work, with case studies of work that had a direct impact on the client's business.
• Digital product experience as well as through the line storytelling. 
•  Confident presenter of ideas both internally and to clients.
• Have outstanding written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and interdepartmental.
• Bachelors Degree preferred, but all disciplines welcome.
• You have extensive experience with software like Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma and Keynote.
• Natural curiosity that allows you to find inspiration in anything and everything, with an especially keen eye on the future of media and technology.
• You have a drive to break boundaries and craft the best ideas of their kind in the world.
• Possesses excellent writing skill in English (Arabic will be a bonus)
• Craft-driven in how you execute work, presentations, and creative in general.

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• Machine Learning Integration: Collaborating with teams to integrate machine learning models into data pipelines for enhanced data processing.
• Utilising Spark & Kafka: Implementing and working with Spark and Kafka for real-time data processing and analytics.

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• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and database management.
• Experience with Data Pipelines ETL, Cloud Services (MS Azure, GCP preferred), ML Modeling, Spark & Kafka.
• Proven problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within teams and with stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen with an interest in business-facing roles.
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About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

Role Summary and Impact

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Commerce Performance Executive to support with the development of impactful strategies across key retail platforms in the MENA region. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong understanding of ecommerce trends, and can translate brand insights into engaging consumer experiences.

• Independently manage campaign setup, monitoring, and optimizations across all biddable commerce platforms.
• Implement best-in-class search structures and daily optimizations on campaigns, aligning with client KPIs.
• Coordinate weekly and bi-weekly with partners to deliver best-in-class optimizations and platform updates in line with client KPIs.
• Utilize tools like Pacvue and Helium10 to assist with providing better recommendations to clients.
• Extract and build reports with actionable insights that drive improvements for the client's business.
• Conduct analysis on business performance trends for the client, the category, and the competition.
• Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly spend reports based on client requirements.
• Produce, use, and deliver suitable historical results and insights from reports.
• Conduct benchmark reporting and analysis on new client campaigns.
• Contribute to and populate data for team deliverables like monthly reports, QBRs, and annual reviews.
• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for client performance queries, demonstrating strong client management skills.
• Stay on top of and alert clients in case of competition activity that could affect their business.
• Prepare status sheets for regular client meetings.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how each client executes their commerce business (e.g., business model, operations, ROI, financial performance, and key success factors).
• Maintain Amazon and commerce training certifications.
• Possess a good understanding of all biddable commerce platforms.
• Understand and effectively own the finance process for the client (PO, BO, invoicing).

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

• 1-2 years of proven experience within E-commerce, E-retail planning, and Amazon Ads.
• Amazon Ads certifications are highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate level) is required for data manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong technical knowledge of campaign delivery across various commerce platforms.
• A strong understanding of the eCommerce landscape in MENA and a well-informed opinion on this critical market space.
• Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated ability for data-driven thinking and decision-making.

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. 

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

Role Summary and Impact

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Performance Executive to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll lead the planning, execution, and optimization of cutting-edge paid media campaigns across a diverse range of digital platforms. Your strategic insights and expertise will have a significant impact on our clients' business growth, making you a key player in shaping the future of digital advertising in the region.

• Develop and present compelling paid performance proposals that showcase innovative solutions and drive client buy-in.
• Provide expert guidance and thought leadership across Paid Social, Paid Search, and Programmatic advertising channels.
• Consult with and guide the team to design and implement highly effective bidding strategies tailored to a diverse portfolio of clients in the MENA region.
• Collaborate closely with operations teams to ensure campaigns consistently achieve and exceed KPIs, providing proactive optimization guidance and troubleshooting support.
• Serve as the primary point of expertise in client discussions, confidently articulating complex bidding strategies and best practices in a clear and compelling manner.
• Lead client onboarding processes, providing comprehensive support for their technical setup across various bidding platforms.
• Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with clients by proactively identifying and delivering innovative solutions that help them achieve their unique business objectives.
• Prepare and deliver compelling Quarterly Business Reviews, consolidating key insights, highlighting successes, and providing data-driven recommendations for future growth.
• Act as the go-to resource for all things bidding, providing ongoing training, consultation, best practices, platform updates, and mentorship to team members across the organization.
• Lead cross-functional digital projects, such as data partnerships, attribution modeling initiatives, and Dynamic Creative Optimization (DCO) implementations.

Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in a similar role within a fast-paced agency environment.
• Exceptional client relationship management skills and the ability to design and articulate effective bidding strategies.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable solutions.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire and influence both internal teams and external clients.
• A deep understanding of the digital advertising landscape, including tracking ecosystems (MMP, Analytics360, Campaign Manager) and emerging technologies.

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

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 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 accommodation 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.