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Wavemaker

SVP, Data Solutions, UK

Location: London, United Kingdom · Category: Data, AI & Analytics · Seniority: VP · Posted: October 14, 2026 · Verified: Nov 2, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This senior leadership role owns the development and delivery of WPP Media's first-party data solutions in the UK, including the Private Data Network and Open Intelligence. The SVP leads strategy, roadmap, and commercialization, collaborating with data partnerships, investment, and media solutions teams to bring these capabilities to market. They represent data solutions in client sales engagements and ensure UK requirements are prioritized in global product roadmaps.
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