Account Executive

Athens, Greece

About the Position

Join VML, a global creative company, as an Account Executive in Athens, Greece. Drive client growth and manage day-to-day business operations.

About the Company

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai, and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions, and expert strategic counsel.

For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.

Responsibilities

• Organize, handle, and oversee the day-to-day business operations for the assigned clientele
• Ensure each project progress is conducted on a timely manner and the quality level required and expected both by clients and the Agency.
• Get involved in the creation and presentation of solid creative and business proposals for the client, in collaboration with the Account Manager
• Contribute to writing briefs as well as aiding the planning & creative process by researching in the process of developing relevant insights and interpreting them into actionable ways-in that are meaningful for the client.
• Present strategic and creative work to clients as part of the account team, taking and challenging feedback when necessary
• Be competent with the Cost Estimation, & Invoicing processes and ensure alignment with global WPP policies, assisting both management and the accounting Dept. with relative information on a timely manner.

Requirements

• Is an ideal mix of business mindset (setting goals, meeting targets, executing budget) with a creative mentality (being able to understand how strategy is based on an insight and how ideas elevate the strategy)
• Thinks and acts having always the optimum desired result in mind, delivering what is required on time and on budget
• Is interested in extending their knowledge and professional skillset on brand building campaigns, involving traditional media (TV / Radio / OOH / POP) and digital media (Social Media / Digital PR / Digital Media) alike.
• Would like to be engaged with digital assets & content production
• Excellent organizational skills – you never take a step before planning ahead all the steps, but always agile and prepared to adapt to sudden changes to the plan.
• Someone who dives into detail on the deliverables to ensure Quality Assurance criteria are met
• A team player, a top-notch communicator – you know exactly what needs to be done, and you have a clear way of communicating the information
• A clear-thinking mindset, resourceful and able to provide input and act when a situation requires

Preferred Skills

• Has an academic background in Marketing, Business, Advertising, or a relevant field
• Good knowledge on all forms of traditional and digital media landscape, familiarity with all major social media and digital media platforms (Meta, Google, TikTok, LinkedIn)
• 0-1 years of experience on a similar role in a Marketing and/or Advertising Agency
• Digital & tech savvy, aligned and eager to learn more about all current and emerging trends on AdTech, Martech, and ESG
• Value diversity, believe strongly in inclusivity, and not be afraid of uncomfortable conversations
• Be a collaborator, communicator, and builder of relationships
• Be resilient, and able to work under pressure and deadlines
• Act as an effective, professional ambassador for the company

We Offer

• Hybrid work approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive and inclusive work environment

About the Company

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 an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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

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