Ensuring compliance with Investment Policy across the market
Management of UK investment proposals through IMS, collaborating with Investment teams
Prepare deal summaries for high value deals, as required
Stay informed about new Proprietary trading offerings, educating and informing commercial/finance teams of its potential impact and risk
Lead AVB audits to provide relevant information to external client auditors and evidence contractual compliance
Take ownership of the Investment Audit, and relevant items within the Internal Audit, liaising closely with audit teams to deliver to schedule
Co-ordinate teams to drive remediation of processes, as required
Build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders impacted by Investment area
Manage any other ad hoc requirement from UK stakeholders on the Investment topic

Qualified accountant/auditor or someone holding a legal qualification
Industry Commercial / Compliance / Financial experience
Knowledge of core agency concepts – agency benefits, disclosed buying models, undisclosed inventory, vendor contracts & remuneration models
Capacity for multi-tasking and meeting multiple simultaneous deadlines
High levels of gravitas with strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well, build trust and engender strong relationships
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail:
Logical, concise and proficient at breaking down challenges into component parts and developing solutions-based responses
Forward thinking and a detailed planner
A natural attention to detail and ability to digest information from a wide variety of sources
Open-minded, adept at developing/assessing different options and solutions and adopting a helicopter view when needed
Extensive experience of Financial/audit best practice
Advanced knowledge and skills within commercial management, with an understanding of the impact of this work on other areas of the organisation (e.g., Finance, Legal, Client Leadership).
Experience working with external auditors
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Highly proficient with Excel (Advanced excel skills)

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WPP Media is hiring a Manager, Commercial Compliance