Senior Account Executive
VML
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time
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.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for a Senior Account Executive who will be managing the day-to-day operation of the account, while contributing meaningful perspectives to the marketing and communication strategies and direction.
What You'll Be Doing
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. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
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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're Looking For
We are looking for a Senior Account Executive who will be managing the day-to-day operation of the account, while contributing meaningful perspectives to the marketing and communication strategies and direction.
What You'll Be Doing
- Uncovering new opportunities for the brands handled to explore in the digital space (both online and offline).
- Drive best-in-class social presence, support the social team on the social strategy and make sure it is well implemented.
- Support on campaigns across various platforms including but not limited to Instagram, TikTok, Youtube, and ATL executions.
- Assist the social media team in building the brands’ social media content calendar to ensure consistent and timely content is being created, posted, and monitored.
- Stay up to date with the latest social media trends, changes, platforms, technologies, and best practices.
- Coordinate and follow up with all internal departments in order to get things done in the most time and cost-efficient manner.
- Liaise between the brands and the client to provide current information of the status of the account/job.
- Manage internal and external correspondence (client communication, meeting reports etc).
- Receive briefs from the client, process it through the internal systems, ensure amendments are done by coordinating with relevant parties, receive client approval and start execution making sure it is done right.
- Prepare creative briefs, status reports, contact reports and media briefs when needed to ensure a smooth operation of the account.
- Present and support creative work, send quotations and invoices to the client and follow up accordingly.
- Build a good relationship with the client and act as a resourceful point of contact.
- Act as the brand guardian across the portfolio handled.
- Provide support for the account’s planner and always think proactively.
- Conduct preliminary research and prepare competitive reviews when needed.
- Ensure all financial documents are filed appropriately and the account’s budget control sheet is updated regularly.
- BS/BA in Marketing or Advertising specialization
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
- Great communication and creative skills
- Presentation skills
- Strong time management skills and ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously; excellent time-management and organizational skills.
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. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
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.
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