Job Type: Full-time

This job is with WPP Production, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.About WPP ProductionWe are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.About WPPWPP 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 chance and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.What Does a Lead Business Affairs Coordinator do at WPP Production?The Lead Business Affairs Coordinator supports the coordination, tracking, and delivery of production and media projects, working closely with clients, internal teams, production partners, TV channels, and media platforms. The role ensures project information, approvals, usage rights, schedules, and deliverables are accurately managed and completed within agreed timelines. The position also helps coordinate cross-functional and international workflows while proactively tracking requirements and resolving potential delays.Key Responsibilities• Lead the coordination and tracking of project timelines, milestones, schedules, and delivery requirements.• Coordinate with clients, internal teams, production partners, TV channels, media platforms, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution• Gather and consolidate media plans, schedules, briefs, content requirements, and other relevant project information.• Coordinate with business affairs, production, creative, legal, finance,



and operations teams toensure timely completion of project requirements.• Collect, organize, and maintain project information including scripts, titles, artist details, credits, content specifications, and supporting documentation• Coordinate and • track approvals for TV, digital, and other media content, ensuring outstanding actions are followed up.• Maintain records related to usage rights, costs, schedules, deliverables, and other key business affairs requirements.• Coordinate content delivery to TV channels, media platforms, and other distribution partners in line with agreed specifications and deadlines.• Monitor project deadlines and proactively follow up with stakeholders to identify and address potential delays or risks.• Maintain accurate project documentation, trackers, status reports, and records for ongoing projects.• Support the preparation of project updates and reports for internal stakeholders and management.• Ensure project information and deliverables are aligned with client requirements, internal processes, and international workflows.• Support process improvements and contribute to efficient coordination and delivery across projects.• Take ownership of open actions and escalate issues or risks to the appropriate stakeholders when required.Requirements• Bachelor's degree in any discipline; preferably in Media, Communication, Business, or a related field.• 3–6 years of experience in business affairs, production coordination, media operations, content management, project coordination, or a related field.• Strong understanding of media, production, content delivery, or business affairs workflows is an advantage.• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and coordination skills.• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities.• Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel, Word,



and PowerPoint• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional and international teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.• Proactive approach to problem-solving, follow-up, and issue resolution.• Ability to take ownership of deliverables and ensure timely completion of assigned responsibilities.• Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving media processes, production practices, and international workflows.Why work here: At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment. Inclusion and Impact 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. DataWe rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment. When you click the "Submit Application" button at the bottom of this page, this will send all the information you have added to WPP Production. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Privacy statement. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.Please contact [email protected] if you need the job advert or form in another format.

📌 Lead Business Affairs Coordinator (Chennai)
🏢 WPP Production
📍 Chennai