Account Executive

Who We Are

VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

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. For more information, visit WPP.com.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and organised individual to kick-start their career in account management at a world-leading creative agency. As an Account Executive you will be an essential part of the team, supporting the delivery of cutting-edge, data-driven CRM campaigns. You'll gain invaluable experience, working closely with senior team members and learning the fundamentals of client services, project management, and CRM strategy in a fast-paced, innovative, and supportive environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Acting as a key support figure for the account team, assisting with daily client requests and communications.
• Supporting the team in the successful delivery of end-to-end projects, from Strategy, Creative through to Development. Focusing on data-driven CRM campaigns, including emails and push notifications.
• Assisting in the creation of project briefs and helping to interpret client requirements.
• Supporting the technical team by helping to test campaigns and ensure feasibility within the CRM system.
• Assisting with the building of approved emails in the CRM system (e.g., Taxi for Email).
• Providing administrative support for the account team, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and taking notes.
• Supporting briefs to the creative teams, organizing reviews, proof reading creative and ensuring a high quality standard of work.
• Helping to troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day operational issues and requests.
• Learning about and supporting the team on larger strategic opportunities.

What We Want From You

• A demonstrable passion for marketing, technology, and client services. Previous internship or some work experience in a related field is a plus.
• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, 'can-do' attitude and a genuine eagerness to learn and develop.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting your colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• An enthusiastic and positive approach to taking on new challenges.
• Good time management skills and the ability to assist on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A curious mindset, with an interest in CRM and data-driven marketing.

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.

VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit  www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

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