Experience Manager in Melbourne

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships - all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open - we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. WPP Media is WPP’s AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale.

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.

About Mindshare: A Leading WPP Media Brand

Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As "Growth Architects," we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders - better for people, planet, and business - by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders.

The Role

Location: Melbourne or Sydney

We have found a great balance of embracing flexible working whilst also maintaining in-office collaboration with most teams meeting in the office 3 days per week.

• Lead the Charge: Spearhead the day-to-day delivery of cutting-edge SEO services, guiding our amazing clients to success.
• Mentor Future Stars: Take a hands‑on leadership role, mentoring and developing a growing team of junior SEO specialists to become the best in the biz.
• Drive Strategy & Growth: Collaborate across teams to weave brilliant SEO practices into broader media strategies, delivering real, measurable results for clients.
• Own Client Success: Build and nurture strong, trusted relationships with clients, becoming their go-to leader for all things digital experience.
• Champion Innovation: Foster a positive and experimental team culture where new ideas in the SEO space are celebrated and brought to life.

Ideal Skills and Experience

This is the perfect role for a strategic, hands‑on leader who loves mentoring talent, driving innovation, and seeing their work make a tangible impact. We're also looking for:

• A Natural Leader: You have proven experience managing and developing a team, with a genuine passion for coaching and fostering career growth.
• The SEO Expert: You possess deep, up-to-date knowledge of the SEO landscape, from GSO and analytics to reporting and best‑practice implementation.
• Commercially Savvy: You're comfortable managing client scopes and budgets and have a keen eye for identifying opportunities to grow business.
• An Ace Communicator: You can confidently present insights in client meetings and build strong, collaborative relationships with everyone you work with.
• Process Driven, People Focused: You thrive on maintaining high standards and strong operational discipline, all while building a positive and innovative team culture.

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. 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 accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What We Offer At Mindshare ANZ

We offer a competitive salary package, with 20 days holiday increasing with service to a maximum of 25 days, with the option to purchase extra leave of up to 4 weeks per year. We also offer a flexible working environment, paid parental leave, flexible public holidays, birthday leave and early finishes during the summer months. These are just some of the great perks you can utilise.

MELBOURNE Based in Melbourne Southbank, our office has 180 degree views Melbourne Skyline and is a great space to hang out with colleagues and friends!

SYDNEY Based on the south side of the bridge in Barangaroo, our office has beautiful views of Sydney Harbour and is a great space to hang out with colleagues and friends!

We have a culture of learning where we invest in your career growth and development through a range of learning and development opportunities. We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and collaboration and we provide mental wellness support via our Employee Assistance Program.

Our Commitment

We want you to have the best opportunity to show us your skills and talents, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the application/interview process work for you. Should you require any adjustments throughout the process, please collaborate with our hiring team who will be happy to assist.

Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. We believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying.