Global Managing Director- Mat Cover FTC-Global Luxury Client

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging.

The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

A Hybrid working model

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.

FTC Mat Cover - 8 months contract

Hogarth is seeking a highly experienced and driven client leader to become the Managing Director of The Workshop, running a Global Luxury account s critical role demands a deep understanding of the client's brand, history, purpose, and culture to develop and deliver best-in-class creative, design, and delivery solutions. This individual will be a team builder who drives client business, grows Hogarth’s opportunities and revenue, and adds value by building and growing client relationships, partnering confidently across the WPP network.

They will also have a very clear sense of quality and standards given the nature of the client, but will always counter-balance this with the culture and well‑being of the team.

Client Relationship Management

• Cultivate and expand executive-level client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and providing strategic guidance.
• Oversee overall client engagement and relationship health, ensuring client satisfaction and addressing any negative feedback.
• Deeply understand contractual obligations and commercial arrangements.
• Provide regular strategic insights aligned with Hogarth's expertise.
• Partner with the Client Operations Director to drive account governance, including quarterly and annual business reviews.

Growth and Account Planning

• Drive agency revenue growth by identifying and pursuing new opportunities, both organically and through new business pitches.
• Lead global client business development and expansion efforts.
• Develop client‑specific business development plans, communication strategies, and contact strategies.
• Focus on cross‑selling Hogarth's capabilities and services, knowing where this is appropriate and where it isn’t.
• Monitor and communicate perspectives on current marketing and industry issues, leveraging knowledge of the client's business, strategic direction, and competitive landscape.
• Understand client challenges and present innovative solutions in collaboration with Hogarth’s global production teams.

Financial Management

• Accountable for P&L budgets, forecasting, and achieving the…