Senior FP&A Analyst (FTC)

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands.

We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.

We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

For more information, visit WPP.com.

Why we're hiring:

We're looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst to support our WPP Group FP&A team and help drive informed decision-making. This London-based role requires three days per week in the office and involves compiling, analysing, and interpreting financial data, developing financial models, preparing reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to provide valuable insights into business performance.

What you'll be doing:

Consolidate and analyse group financial data to support financial reporting and performance tracking

Produce monthly management reports, board materials, and trading insights for WPP's senior leadership

Support performance monitoring and KPI tracking across the business, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions where necessary

Coordinate and consolidate proforma submissions across networks, ensuring accurate like-for-like comparatives

Deliver high-quality financial modelling and ad hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and operational improvements

Respond to ad-hoc stakeholder requests with clear, timely analysis

Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting efficiency

What you'll need:

Degree educated with experience in financial analysis

Part-qualified or qualified accountant (or working towards)

Significant FP&A experience in a complex, global business

Advanced Excel skills (modelling, data analysis, dashboards)

High attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Ability to communicate insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders

A collaborative and adaptable approach

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:I

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

Hybrid

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.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.