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At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
Who we are looking for:
The Senior Account Executive manages day-to-day activities of assigned accounts primarily around conferences activities. The Senior Account Executive coordinates effectively with client brand team and extended partners on development of tactics. The position assumes financial responsibility of managing project budgets and strategic understanding of the client business and provides sound and responsible client counsel.
What you'll be doing:
- Guide day-to-day development of projects within approved plans.
- Ensure stages of projects are approved with adequate time to meet deadlines.
- Develop estimates with team and gain client approval; create and monitor project budgets. Begin to manage junior staff.
- Coordinate effectively with internal/external team members and clients.
- Ensure stages of projects are approved with adequate time to meet deadlines, working closely with Project Management team.
- Participate in developing promotional plans.
- Conduct client status calls/meetings; write and issue contact reports and status reports. Respond to both internal and external client requests promptly and appropriately.
- Acquire thorough knowledge of client's business to anticipate marketing and advertising challenges and opportunities; monitor competitive promotional initiatives and suggest strategies to ensure highest quality of work for client.
What You'll Need:
- A minimum of 3 years in advertising; pharmaceuticals/healthcare preferred.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize effectively.
- Capable of troubleshooting project obstacles and challenges by demonstrating creative problem solving.
- Secures an understanding of the client's business by reading clinical studies and trade publications.
- Understands advertising fundamentals, including positioning, branding and principles of good creative.
- Solid oral and written communication skills.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Recommends ways to improve work processes and efficiencies.
What we can offer you:
- Passionate, driven people| We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
- Consciously cultivated culture| We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
- Competitive benefits| What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
- Growth-minded opportunities| We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.
VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
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Wunderman Thompson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.