Senior Account Manager

at  VML

WHO WE ARE:

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.

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Ideally 3+ years’ experience in executing marketing-related B2B events
• Also 3+ years experience in client-facing project and/or account management role
• High level of compliance with company rules & processes, e. g. personal data protection or brand guidelines
• Proven project management skills & experience, readiness to assume responsibility for own KPIs, track activities progress and meet critical deadlines
• Solid skills in Microsoft tools and software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams
• Solid command skills and ability to share often complex information in structured way
• Comfort in dealing with senior client’s and third-party stakeholders
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple events and activities, and ability to prioritize urgent and important tasks
• A strong team player with ability to establish working relations with culturally diverse internal and external partners
• Strong in problem solving skills and orientation to detail
• Fluent English is essential
  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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PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Project Execution Lead acts between the Event, Commercial, Social, and Data & Insights MCs and the Microsoft stakeholders. In this role Project Execution Lead plays a key role in receiving full briefings for Marketing Projects, advising stakeholders on MC Program services, processes, SLAs, KPIs and tools, and in co-ordination of the MC delivery.