Media giant launches search for new London base

IPG Mediabrands, the global media and data arm of Interpublic Group, has launched a search for around 100,000 sq ft in central London. The agency is outgrowing its current 43,497 sq ft UK headquarters at 42 St John’s Square, EC1M, in Farringdon, and has appointed JLL to help with its search. IPG Mediabrands UK & Ireland chief operating officer Phil Tattersall said: “We are delighted to be working with JLL in our search for a new office space. “The team are proving to be brilliant at understanding the specific requirements of a global media agency that are outgrowing their current office, and I’m confident they will find us our perfect new home.” IPG Mediabrands manages $39bn in marketing investment on behalf of its clients and employs over 12,000 marketing communication specialists in more than 130 countries, including the UK. Its brands include out-of-home media buying and planning agency Rapport, marketing agency Reprise and media agencies UM and Initiative.  To send feedback, e-mail louise.dransfield@egi.co.uk or tweet @DransfieldL or @estatesgazette