About the Position

Senior Account Manager

Brand: VML

Location: New York, NY, United States

Requisition ID: 18295

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

Collaborate | Partner closely with creative and/or integrated agency teams to facilitate project milestones and lead client initiatives.
Execute | Primary point of contact for clients and accountable for successful implementation of campaigns.
Build Relationships | Build healthy relationships with internal departments, clients, and agency partners.
Stay Educated | Stay apprised on industry trends and best practices. Share relevant competitive and category updates with internal team members and clients.
Evaluate | Ensure high standard of quality across all project output by teams and effectively manage client feedback and expectations.

Requirements

Multi-faceted | Ability to operate in dual role as account/project management with strategic mindset.
Detail Oriented | Able to stay on top of deadlines and many moving pieces of projects in an organized way.
Growth-minded | Continually look for opportunities to grow the account and improve efficiencies.
Excellent Communicator | Being able to communicate clearly and effectively when managing any project or team is essential.

Skills

Core Skills:
- Client management
- Campaign execution
- Relationship building
- Communication
Secondary Skills:
- Agency experience
- CPG industry experience
- Microsoft Office proficiency

We Offer

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

About VML

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.

When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. 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.

Senior Account Manager

Job description