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WPP Media

Associate Director, Research Insights

Location: New York, United States · Category: Data, AI & Analytics · Seniority: Director · Posted: October 13, 2026 · Verified: Nov 2, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This role leads research and insights projects for WPP Media, translating business questions into research approaches and analyzing audience, consumer, and marketplace data to develop actionable insights. The Associate Director manages research operations, including vendor contracts and subscriptions, and leverages AI tools and LLMs to enhance analysis and automate workflows. This position requires 6-8+ years of experience in media research or analytics and strong project management skills.
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