Account Executive

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Job Summary: We are seeking an Account Executive to manage client accounts, coordinate projects and campaigns, and ensure deliverables align with established objectives while fostering strong relationships. Key Responsibilities: 1. Support daily account and project management with clients. 2. Coordinate projects and deliverables with internal teams. 3. Build close, trusting relationships with clients. ### **Who We Are** 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 \& 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. **About WPP** WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting\-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world\-class creativity, next\-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. **Sobre WPP** WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting\-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world\-class creativity, next\-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. **Account Executive** ===================== Location: Cali, Colombia \| Hybrid mode **About Us** ---------------------- At VML Colombia, we connect creativity, strategy, technology, and business to build experiences and solutions that create impact for our clients and their brands. In this opportunity, we are looking for someone to join our Accounts team at **VML Cali**, supporting client management and serving as a key bridge between client needs and our internal teams. We are driven by a Human First culture, where collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning are part of our everyday life. **The Impact of Your Role** ------------------------ As an **Account Executive**, you will be responsible for supporting the daily management of assigned accounts—understanding client needs and ensuring projects, campaigns, and deliverables progress in an organized, timely, and objective-aligned manner. You will work closely with teams across creativity, strategy, production, and other agency departments—facilitating communication among all stakeholders and contributing to building strong, trusting relationships with our clients. We seek an organized, proactive, solution-oriented individual with excellent communication skills who enjoys teamwork and getting things done. * **Your Day-to-Day** * Support daily client engagement and communication for assigned accounts * Receive, understand, and manage client briefs, requests, and requirements * Coordinate projects and deliverables with various internal agency teams * Track timelines, pending items, approvals, and delivery deadlines * Participate in follow-up meetings, proposal presentations, and client-facing sessions * Prepare and share reports, status updates, and project-related documentation * Ensure clear and timely communication between clients and internal teams * Identify client needs, opportunities, and potential project risks * Support the proper execution of campaigns and communication initiatives * Contribute to building close, strong, and trusting relationships with our clients **️ What Will Make You Shine** ---------------------------- * 1–3 years of experience in account management, customer service, marketing, advertising, or similar roles * Experience managing projects, campaigns, and deliverables across diverse teams * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to understand business needs and translate them into clear briefs for internal teams * Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously * Attention to detail and follow-through * Proactivity and ability to anticipate needs and resolve issues * Strong interpersonal skills and client orientation * Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams **✨ Bonus Points If…** ---------------------- * You have previously worked in advertising, marketing, communications, or creative agencies * You have experience managing brands and direct client relationship management * You have participated in executing integrated, digital, or communications campaigns * You have foundational knowledge of creative processes, production, strategy, and media * Intermediate or advanced English proficiency **What We Offer You** ------------------------- * Indefinite-term employment contract * Hybrid work model * Learning and growth opportunities within a global network like WPP * A dynamic, collaborative environment focused on creativity and innovation * Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and brands across diverse industries * The opportunity to grow your career within a global company in the advertising and marketing industry **Our Commitment** ---------------------- At VML and WPP, we celebrate diversity. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At VML, we are committed to fostering a fully inclusive workplace that is rewarding and conducive to professional development. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, and we strive to recruit a diverse pool of candidates to help us achieve this goal. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance using or accessing the VML careers site or participating fully in the application process. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or any other aspect of our recruitment process due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department or email (HR contact) to request one. By clicking "Submit Application", the information you enter below will be sent to VML. Before proceeding, we recommend reviewing our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents must review our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. These documents explain how we use your personal data when you apply for a position with us, as well as how you can update or delete the information you have provided. 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. VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). 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