Account Manager

Who We Are At VML, you won’t just do the best work of your career. You’ll leave your mark on some of the top brands in Canada. With more than 400 employees across our Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver offices, and another 28,000 in our 150+ offices in 60-plus markets around the world, VML is here to deliver unparalleled global, and local, brand experience (BX), customer experience (CX) and retail commerce (CO) creative solutions for clients – all powered by deep data, marketing technology, and platform prowes

Account Manager

What You’ll Do

As an Account Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing client accounts and ensuring the successful delivery of marketing initiatives. Your role will include:

· Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.

· Leading the development and execution of marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with client goals and objectives.

· Managing project timelines, budgets, and scopes, delivering exceptional results within agreed parameters.

· Collaborating with internal teams, including creative, strategy, media, and production, to execute projects effectively.

· Preparing and presenting client proposals, performance reports, and strategic recommendations.

· Identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow client accounts, including cross-sells and upsells.

· Monitoring industry trends and competitor activities to inform client strategies.

· Resolving client concerns with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Who You Are

You’re a strategic thinker and relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You embody:

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster trust and collaboration.

· A proactive and detail-oriented mindset, anticipating client needs and delivering on expectations.

· Strong organizational and project management skills, able to juggle multiple priorities effectively.

· A team player attitude, working collaboratively while also taking initiative independently.

· Problem-solving skills, with a knack for turning challenges into opportunities.

· A results-driven approach, focused on delivering measurable impact for clients.

· Adaptability and resilience, excelling in dynamic and changing situations.

What You’ll Need

To excel as an Account Manager, you’ll bring:

· Some experience in account management, ideally in an agency or marketing environment.

· Proficiency with project management tools and software is very helpful (e.g., Asana, Wrike, or similar platforms).

· Strong understanding of marketing principles, ideally with experience managing campaigns across multiple channels.

· Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and complex projects effectively.

· Experience analyzing campaign performance data and developing actionable insights.

· A track record of delivering exceptional client satisfaction.

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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