*wpp* is the transformation company.
we use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
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*working at wpp means being part of a global network of more than 109,000 accomplished people in 110 countries.
wpp has headquarters in new york, london and singapore and a corporate presence in major markets worldwide.
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*we create transformative ideas and outcomes for our clients through an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce, and technology.
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*wpp and our award-winning agencies work with most of the world's biggest companies and organisations - from ford, unilever and p&g to google, hsbc, and the un.
our clients include 61 of the ftse 100, 317 of the fortune global 500, all 30 of the dow jones 30 and 62 of the nasdaq 100.
wpp are the leader in the bloomberg gender equality index and 8th in the ftse 100 rankings for women on boards.
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*wpp it provides it services for wpp, the world's largest communications services group.
as a creative transformation company, wpp is helping its clients transform the future through extraordinary work.
wpp it is an integral part of that journey and we are proud to provide technology for some of the world's most creative brands.
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- deliver archetype specific solution architecture to meet archetype specific business demand working in alignment with gts hosting, connectivity & cloud teams and with wpp it strategy & architecture
- assess architecture currently in place and work with gts/wpp it s&a peers to recommend solutions for improvement
- look for opportunities to reduce complexity in our environment and identify opportunities for consolidation of common it infrastructure services in opcos, and then the migration of such services and resources to the other gts functions for ongoing enterprise management (e.g.
into cloud, distributed & connectivity teams)
- in conjunction with their gts solution architecture peers (hosting, connectivity, cloud hub and other archetypes), establish solution architecture best practice, planning, and required documentation.
liaise with other gts archetype solution architects to understand common themes
- provide sme support to archetype, transformation and other major wpp it programmes/projects including mergers/acquisitions/divestment
- continually researching current and emerging technologies and proposing changes, where needed
- informing various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented and assess the business impact that certain technical choices have
- works in alignment with other wpp it teams including wpp it archetype cio teams to understand business requirements.
- provide 3rd line business technical support
*skill requirements*
- knowledge of infrastructure solutions (cloud, hosting, server & storage & connectivity/networks) architecture with ability to translate business requirements into technology architecture
- experience of working with global teams with excellent people and team management skills in large scale, high complexity environments.
able to manage upwards and influence accordingly
- independent thinker, strong decision-making capabilities, highly organised, excellent planning skills with strong technology and change background
- ability to build trust and creditability, has gravitas, and ability to work with and relate to highly demanding internal clients' base
- a direct, straightforward style, able to challenge to clarify understanding, with strong analytical skills and able to cut to the core quickly
- computer science background or formal training
- able to travel
- advanced english fluency
*who you are*:
*you're open*_:_* *we are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views.
we are accepting: of new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
*you're optimistic*_:_* we believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities.
we approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
*you're extraordinary*: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing.
we are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
*what we'll give you*:
*passionate, inspired people* - we promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
*scale and opportunity* - we offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
*challenging and stimulating work* - unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers.
are you up for the challenge?
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