VML Growth Academy - Account Management & Strategy

<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><h3 data-start="265" data-end="331"><strong data-start="267" data-end="331">VML Growth Academy – Account Management &amp; Strategy | VML KSA</strong></h3> <p data-start="333" data-end="551">VML KSA is launching <strong data-start="354" data-end="376">VML Growth Academy</strong> — a one-year acceleration experience designed to develop the next generation of Saudi talent in the evolving landscape of AI, creativity, and global transformation under WPP.</p> <p data-start="553" data-end="768">This is not a traditional entry-level role.<br data-start="596" data-end="599">It is a structured development journey offering hands-on client exposure, cross-functional collaboration, and 4-month rotations across key departments within the agency.</p> <h3 data-start="775" data-end="829"><strong data-start="778" data-end="829">Your Role:</strong></h3> <p data-start="831" data-end="966">This track blends client leadership with strategic thinking, giving you exposure to both commercial and analytical sides of the agency.</p> <h3>In Account Management, you will:</h3> <ul data-start="1005" data-end="1403"> <li data-start="1005" data-end="1065"> <p data-start="1007" data-end="1065">Support day-to-day client communication and coordination</p> </li> <li data-start="1066" data-end="1135"> <p data-start="1068" data-end="1135">Assist in managing timelines, deliverables, and campaign rollouts</p> </li> <li data-start="1136" data-end="1195"> <p data-start="1138" data-end="1195">Prepare meeting agendas, status reports, and follow-ups</p> </li> <li data-start="1196" data-end="1267"> <p data-start="1198" data-end="1267">Coordinate between Strategy, Creative, Social, and Production teams</p> </li> <li data-start="1268" data-end="1343"> <p data-start="1270" data-end="1343">Ensure briefs are clear, structured, and aligned with client objectives</p> </li> <li data-start="1344" data-end="1403"> <p data-start="1346" data-end="1403">Support job tracking and internal workflow processes</p> </li> </ul> <h3>In Strategy, you will:</h3> <ul data-start="1432" data-end="1814"> <li data-start="1432" data-end="1484"> <p data-start="1434" data-end="1484">Conduct market research and competitive analysis</p> </li> <li data-start="1485" data-end="1544"> <p data-start="1487" data-end="1544">Support audience insight development and trend analysis</p> </li> <li data-start="1545" data-end="1610"> <p data-start="1547" data-end="1610">Assist in building campaign presentations and strategic decks</p> </li> <li data-start="1611" data-end="1673"> <p data-start="1613" data-end="1673">Contribute to brand positioning and communication planning</p> </li> <li data-start="1674" data-end="1747"> <p data-start="1676" data-end="1747">Analyze campaign performance data and identify learning opportunities</p> </li> <li data-start="1748" data-end="1814"> <p data-start="1750" data-end="1814">Support AI-driven research tools and digital insight gathering</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="1816" data-end="1924">This plan is designed to help you understand how ideas move from insight → strategy → execution → delivery.<br><br></p> <hr data-start="1926" data-end="1929"> <h3 data-start="1931" data-end="1959"><strong data-start="1934" data-end="1959">Skills &amp; Competencies</strong></h3> <p data-start="1961" data-end="2008">We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:</p> <ul data-start="2010" data-end="2453"> <li data-start="2010" data-end="2070"> <p data-start="2012" data-end="2070">Strong communication skills (Arabic &amp; English preferred)</p> </li> <li data-start="2071" data-end="2111"> <p data-start="2073" data-end="2111">Analytical and research capabilities</p> </li> <li data-start="2112" data-end="2163"> <p data-start="2114" data-end="2163">Structured thinking and problem-solving ability</p> </li> <li data-start="2164" data-end="2204"> <p data-start="2166" data-end="2204">Attention to detail and organization</p> </li> <li data-start="2205" data-end="2262"> <p data-start="2207" data-end="2262">Confidence working in collaborative team environments</p> </li> <li data-start="2263" data-end="2324"> <p data-start="2265" data-end="2324">Time management and ability to manage multiple priorities</p> </li> <li data-start="2325" data-end="2388"> <p data-start="2327" data-end="2388">Interest in marketing, branding, and digital transformation</p> </li> <li data-start="2389" data-end="2453"> <p data-start="2391" data-end="2453">Adaptability and learning agility in fast-paced environments</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="2503" data-end="2506"> <h3 data-start="2508" data-end="2536"><strong data-start="2511" data-end="2536">Who We’re Looking For:</strong></h3> <ul data-start="2538" data-end="2770"> <li data-start="2538" data-end="2569"> <p data-start="2540" data-end="2569">Saudi Nationals (mandatory)</p> </li> <li data-start="2570" data-end="2619"> <p data-start="2572" data-end="2619">Fresh graduates or early-career professionals</p> </li> <li data-start="2620" data-end="2697"> <p data-start="2622" data-end="2697">Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field preferred</p> </li> <li data-start="2698" data-end="2770"> <p data-start="2700" data-end="2770">Individuals eager to build a long-term career in the agency industry</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="2772" data-end="2775"> <h3 data-start="2777" data-end="2801"><strong data-start="2780" data-end="2801">Program Structure</strong></h3> <ul data-start="2803" data-end="3077"> <li data-start="2803" data-end="2849"> <p data-start="2805" data-end="2849">One-year contract under VML Growth Academy</p> </li> <li data-start="2850" data-end="2905"> <p data-start="2852" data-end="2905">Quarterly rotational opportunities across departments</p> </li> <li data-start="2906" data-end="2978"> <p data-start="2908" data-end="2978">Exposure to Account Management, Strategy, Social, Creative, and more</p> </li> <li data-start="2979" data-end="3042"> <p data-start="2981" data-end="3042">Mentorship and real client project involvement from day one</p> </li> <li data-start="3043" data-end="3077"> <p data-start="3045" data-end="3077">Expected start date: <strong data-start="3066" data-end="3077">1 April 2026</strong></p> </li> </ul> <p><strong data-start="3066" data-end="3077">#LI-EMEA</strong></p> <p data-start="553" data-end="768">&nbsp;</p><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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