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WPP Media

Senior Associate, Activation Search & Social, Italy

Location: Milan, Italy · Category: Customer Success & Client Operations · Seniority: Senior · Posted: November 2, 2026 · Verified: Nov 5, 2026

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This role manages paid search and paid social campaigns, developing strategies and ensuring integration within broader media plans. The senior associate independently handles campaign setup, execution, and optimization, while mentoring junior team members and providing data-driven insights to clients.
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