Brand Executive

<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong>Who We Are</strong></h3> <p>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 &amp; 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.</p> <p><strong>About WPP</strong></p> <p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite&nbsp;cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel&nbsp;in a single company –&nbsp;powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,&nbsp;to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit&nbsp;<u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="2714312b-312f-4651-9f88-d8a4e47547bc">WPP.com</a></u>.</p></div><p><strong>ROLE DESCRIPTION</strong></p> <p>The Account Executive/Brand Executive provides day‐to‐day support/services to assigned clients,&nbsp;<strong>with a particular focus on our key Tobacco client</strong>. The incumbent is responsible for delivering quality materials on time and on budget. The Account Executive supports and collaborates with team members on tactical and strategic aspects of the account.</p> <p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <ul> <li>Accountability for the day-to-day execution and financial management of assigned accounts.</li> <li>Attend and facilitate (as appropriate) all status meetings, client meetings and client calls.</li> <li>Participate in marketing planning and execution of operational/tactical aspects of campaigns.</li> <li>Monitor both client and agency budgets, including oversight of campaign costs.</li> <li>Act as a liaison between all departments and the client to ensure a timely completion of projects.</li> <li>&nbsp;Any other reasonable duties, functions or responsibilities assigned to you from time to time.</li> </ul> <p><strong>REQUIRED SKILLS &amp; DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIOURS </strong></p> <ul> <li>Thorough understanding of agency functions.</li> <li>Strong communication skills.</li> <li>Excellent organizational, time and self-management skills.</li> <li>Detail oriented, with excellent follow through skills.</li> <li>Strong sense of initiative and ability to work under pressure.</li> </ul> <p><strong>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p> <ul> <li>Minimum of a diploma degree; Marketing, Business or Communications degree preferred</li> <li>At least 1 year prior advertising agency experience.</li> <li style="font-weight: bold;"><strong>Fresh grads are welcome to apply</strong></li> <li>Comprehensive understanding of general marketing practices.</li> <li>Strong computer skills, proficient use of Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint).</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB"><span lang="EN-GB">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.</span></span></span></p> <p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB">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.</span></span><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB">VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). 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