About VML VML 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 & 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. VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. Who we are looking forWe are seeking a detail-oriented Account Executive with strong project management skills and a proactive approach to client relations. The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent communication abilities and a knack for problem-solving, capable of managing multiple projects while ensuring deadlines and budgets are met. What you’ll do Project Planning and Management Collaborate to define project objectives, scope, and key deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, including schedules and milestones. Coordinate resource allocation in collaboration with the Account Supervisor. Monitor project timelines and budgets, addressing deviations promptly. Maintain organized documentation, ensuring accessibility for the team. Client Communication and Relationship Management Serve as the main point of contact for client briefs, feedback, and updates. Stay informed on client industry trends to anticipate needs. Schedule and facilitate client and internal team meetings, preparing agendas and summaries. Prepare periodic status reports and impactful presentations for clients. Internal Support and Collaboration Support the Account Supervisor with strategic planning and decision-making. Proactively track deadlines and budgets, ensuring compliance. Contribute to crafting business proposals and presentations tailored to client needs. Administrative and Financial Management Accurately input cost estimates into Advertmind and maintain updated records. Manage the approval process for estimates and document modifications in the system. Collect and upload campaign evidence (e.g., reports, final materials) for audits or billing. Oversee billing processes, coordinating with the finance team to resolve discrepancies and track payments. What you’ll need Proven experience in account management or project coordination. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Advertmind). Analytical mindset to monitor budgets and optimize costs. Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Knowledge of marketing, advertising, or related industries is a plus. 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. 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.  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.