Senior Account Manager (Carlsberg)

VML South Africa; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Account Manager to join their dynamic Shopper Commerce team. This role is pivotal in managing key client relationships, particularly with major beverage brands. You'll lead innovative campaigns and shopper-focused initiatives, driving growth and engagement. The position offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment, fostering creativity and strategic development. If you're passionate about advertising and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect chance to elevate your career in a vibrant and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing key client accounts and relationships.
• Background in advertising agency work with ATL and BTL channels.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow key client relationships in Shopper Commerce.
• Lead campaigns for new product launches and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Strategic Development

Creative Development

FMCG Knowledge

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Related Field

Job description

Department: Client & Business Leadership

Location: London , United Kingdom

Last Updated: 5/2/2025

Requisition ID: 9712

Who We Are:

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 VMLY&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.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Account Manager to join our dynamic Shopper Commerce team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing and growing key client relationships, specifically focusing on theCarlsberg (Tuborg) and Seth & Riley's Garageaccounts. You will be instrumental in launching a new hard lemonade brand powered by one of the biggest beer brands in the world (Carlsberg), leading 360 campaigns, and driving shopper-focused initiatives.

Reporting to the Business Director (BD), working as part of a small team, this role offers a real chance to challenge yourself, grow within an exciting account, and contribute significantly to the success of our commerce team.

Role Requirements:

• Experience across ATL and BTL channels including TV, OOH, Social, Shopper marketing activations and experiential.
• Experience working on shoots.
• Background working within an advertising agency.
• Leading projects and client relationships.
• Pro-active and passionate.
• Resourceful.
• Outgoing and inquisitive.
• Passion for strategic and creative development.
• Managing expectations internally and externally.
• Familiarity with the FMCG category, particularly beverage brands, 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.

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