WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 115,000 accomplished people in 110 countries. WPP has headquarters in New York, London and Singapore and a corporate presence in major markets worldwide. We create transformative ideas and outcomes for our clients through an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce, and technology. WPP and our award-winning agencies work with most of the world's biggest companies and organisations – from Ford, Unilever and P&G to Google, HSBC, and the UN. Our clients include 61 of the FTSE 100, 307 of the Fortune Global 500, all 30 of the Dow Jones 30 and 62 of the NASDAQ 100. WPP are the leader in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index and 20th in the FTSE 100 rankings for Women on Boards. VML Account Executive
Department: Client Engagement
Reporting to: Account Manager/Account Director
Location: Brisbane
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 VML Y&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.
YOUR ROLE IN A NUTSHELL This is an entry level role working closely with the Account Manager/Account Director. The Account Executive helps to coordinate the execution of projects and provide general support to the team. They maintain daily/weekly status, organise team meetings, produce conference reports, and manage aspects of creative development and production projects in conjunction with their Account Manager and Account Director. The Account Executive also learns to work with a variety of stakeholders whilst fostering their knowledge of their client's business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Day to day support across the team including shadowing the senior team members to assist with the delivery of campaigns and projects. Assisting with the day-to-day finance of the account; estimates, business forecasting and invoicing clients. Scheduling client meetings; inclusive of coordinating invite lists, meeting room assignment and catering requirements. Prior front of house/hosting experience a benefit. Scheduling internal meetings and assisting project managers with getting the right people in the room on time. Assistance in flagging and booking resource requirements with agency resourcing. Writing and circulating meeting agendas, contact reports and updating WIP documents. Working with the Client Engagement Team to cross-reference creative output and make sure
works are on brand and on brief. Creating and managing campaign reports which document campaign creative and results. Creating and managing monthly competitive reports. Knowledge of client birthdays and special occasions to be acknowledged / celebrated. Assistance with client entertainment requirements. Opportunity to run smaller campaigns of your own (with team support and guidance).
REQUIRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field Strong communication skills & attention to detail Ability to work effectively as part of a team Problem solving ability Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) skills. Keynote skills desirable Passion for marketing and advertising Positive attitude and willingness to learn Experience in an agency or marketing environment is desirable but not essential VML AUNZ HIGHLIGHTS There are many things that make VML an awesome place to work, but we think these are worth a special mention:
Summer Days – 5 paid afternoons off each year during daylight savings time Birthday Leave – a paid day off to celebrate your Birthday each year. Loyalty Leave – a paid day off each year to celebrate your work anniversary. Employee Assistance Program access and 24/7 support. LinkedIn Learning access for all employees Foundation Day – the anniversary of our establishment where every employee works together to give back to the community. PerkSPACE – a dedicated platform for employee benefits that helps you save, grow and generously makes your life easier Our roles are part-time negotiable. VML is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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