Analyst – ESG & Risk – Procurement & REWS

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We have been building the world’s most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.

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.

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Why We're Hiring

Support the identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting of ESG, governance, compliance, and procurement-related risks across the organization. The role helps embed responsible procurement practices, strengthen control effectiveness, and ensure alignment with the enterprise risk management framework, sustainability objectives, and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the identification, assessment, and monitoring of ESG, compliance, operational, and supplier-related risks.
• Conduct supplier due diligence, including ESG, ethical, and third-party risk checks.
• Track mitigation actions and follow up on overdue items to support timely closure.
• Provides regular updates & reporting on the Procurement Risk Register.
• Support audits, assurance reviews, and governance forums through accurate documentation and audit trails.
• Assist with the development and delivery of ESG and risk awareness communications and guidance.
• Work collaboratively with procurement, legal, compliance, sustainability, and business stakeholders.
• Support process improvement initiatives to strengthen ESG data quality, controls, and reporting.

What You'll Need

• Proficient in ESG, responsible procurement, and supplier risk management principles.
• Understanding of risk assessment, controls, governance, and compliance processes.
• Experience in data analysis, reporting, and maintaining risk registers or trackers.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and third-party due diligence.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams.
• Experience supporting audits, reviews, or governance forums is advantageous.
• Experience using Nexus Diligence is advantageous.

Who You Are

• Open: Inclusive and collaborative, encouraging the free exchange of ideas and respecting diverse views. Open-minded to new ideas, partnerships, and ways of working.
• Optimistic: Believes in the power of creativity, technology, and talent to create brighter futures. Approaches all endeavors with conviction to try the new and seek the unexpected.
• Extraordinary: Achieves amazing results through collaboration. Creative leader and industry pioneer, providing extraordinary service every day.

What We'll Give You

• Passionate, inspired people: A culture where individuals can do extraordinary work.
• Scale and opportunity: The chance to create, influence, and complete projects at an unparalleled scale.
• Challenging and stimulating work: Unique projects and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers.

This is a #LI-Hybrid role. 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.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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.