Brand Executive

VML South Africa; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VML South Africa seeks an Account Executive/Brand Executive in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves day-to-day client support, particularly focusing on our key Tobacco client, delivering quality materials on time and on budget.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, and at least a diploma in Marketing, Business, or Communications. The position operates in a hybrid work model, with teams in the office four days a week.

Join us in fostering a creative and collaborative culture at VML South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a diploma degree; Marketing, Business or Communications degree preferred.
• At least 1 year prior advertising agency experience.

Responsibilities

• Accountability for the day-to-day execution and financial management of assigned accounts.
• Attend and facilitate all status meetings, client meetings, and client calls.
• Monitor both client and agency budgets, including oversight of campaign costs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Detail oriented

Time management skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Diploma degree in Marketing, Business or Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint)

Job description

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, SãoPaulo, 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.

Role Description

The Account Executive/ Brand Executive provides day‑to‑day support/services to assigned clients, with a particular focus on our key Tobacco client. The incumbent is responsible for delivering quality materials on time and on budget. The Account Executive supports and collaborates with team members on tactical and strategic aspects of the account.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountability for the day‑to‑day execution and financial management of assigned accounts.
• Attend and facilitate (as appropriate) all status meetings, client meetings and client calls.
• Participate in marketing planning and execution of operational/tactical aspects of campaigns.
• Monitor both client and agency budgets, including oversight of campaign costs.
• Act as a liaison between all departments and the client to ensure a timely completion of projects.
• Any other reasonable duties, functions or responsibilities assigned to you from time to time.

Required Skills & Demonstrated Behaviours

• Thorough understanding of agency functions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time and self‑management skills.
• Detail oriented, with excellent follow through skills.
• Strong sense of initiative and ability to work under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of a diploma degree; Marketing, Business or Communications degree preferred.
• At least 1 year prior advertising agency experience.
• Fresh grads are welcome to apply.
• Comprehensive understanding of general marketing practices.
• Strong computer skills, proficient use of Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint).

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). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.