Associate Account Manager

VML; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

401k match

Job summary

VML, a leading creative company, is seeking an Associate Account Manager to support day-to-day activities and integrated campaigns for a global consumer brand. You will oversee delivery, secure client approvals, and communicate project status across teams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes client liaison, cross-functional teamwork, and meticulous project management, with a base salary in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of advertising agency experience or equivalent internship experience.
• Knowledge and interest in CPG marketing and 360 integrated campaigns.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• An ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams, departments, vendors and clients to successfully accomplish work.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and professionalism.
• Ability to effectively managing multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Client Support | Build rapport and credibility with client based on trust, sound counsel, responsiveness to client needs and flawless execution.
• Team | Collaborate with creative, project management, production, and/or media teams to develop marketing programs and solutions for client.
• Process | Review all documents and creative work prior to submitting to client for review; organize meetings and prepare documents; capture and interpret program results and recommend enhancements.

Skills

Advertising agency experience

CPG marketing interest

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Job description

Who We Are

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 award-winning human-first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. In 2026, VML was named Campaign's Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions. VML's global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.

Who we are looking for:

VML is seeking an Associate Account Manager to support the day-to-day activities and creative execution of integrated campaigns over a notable global consumer packaged goods brand. You will be a client liaison overseeing delivery of work for a global new product launch, ensuring client approvals are secured, client objectives are achieved, and timelines and budgets are met. You will play a role in communicating externally with the clients while supporting our internal teams to keep all apprised of project status, updates and changes.

What you'll do:

• Client Support | Build rapport and credibility with client based on trust, sound counsel, responsiveness to client needs and flawless execution. Develop and update both client and project documents including: creative briefs, estimates, project timelines, media plans, status reports, conference reports and other supporting materials.
• Team | Collaborate with creative, project management, production, and/or media teams to develop marketing programs and solutions for client. Keep agency team informed of client requests and changes, anticipate potential problems, and proactively develop solutions.
• Process | Review all documents and creative work prior to submitting to client for review.Organize client presentations, meetings and conference calls, and prepare relevant documents, including agendas, meeting materials and conference reports.Capture and interpret program results, summarize findings, and work with senior team members to recommend program enhancements and/or changes to improve going forward

What you'll need:

• 0-1 years of advertising agency experience or equivalent internship experience
• Knowledge and interest in CPG marketing and 360 integrated campaigns
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• An ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams, departments, vendors and clients to successfully accomplish work
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and professionalism
• Ability to effectively managing multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables simultaneously

What we offer:

• Passionate, driven people |We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
• Consciously cultivated culture |We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusivecommunity that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
• Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click for more details.

$35,000—$60,000 USD

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.