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Account Manager

VML

Department: Client & Business Leadership

Location: Sydney, Australia

Requisition ID: 12019

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’re looking for a smart, organised and unflappable Account Manager to jump into our Coca-Cola Commerce team. It’s a brilliant chance to work on one of the world’s most iconic brands - right in the thick of where creativity meets commerce.

This is a permanent role, but we also have a freelance opportunity for 7 weeks starting immediately whilst we search for the right person.

THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

  • Work alongside our Senior Account Director, supporting shopper and promotional campaigns across the full Coca-Cola portfolio - Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Powerade and RTD.

  • Be part of a fast-moving, high-energy team where no two days look the same.

  • Collaborate with creative, strategy, and production teams to deliver standout retail and shopper experiences.

  • Bring your calm, solutions-focused mindset to keep projects running smoothly, even when it’s busy.

  • Join a team that genuinely cares about great work and good people - with plenty of laughs along the way.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS/ CAPABILITIES

  • 4–5 years’ agency experience, ideally in FMCG, retail or shopper marketing

  • Confident managing multiple workstreams end-to-end

  • Excellent communicator who builds strong client and team relationships

  • Highly organised, detail-driven, and proactive

  • Implacable financial management

  • Calm, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment

  • Familiar with large-scale agency systems or WPP processes (a plus, not essential)

If you’re the kind of Account Manager who loves a full plate, thrives in the action, and finds satisfaction in making the complex run like clockwork -  we’d love to meet you.

 

VML AUNZ HIGHLIGHTS

There are many things that make VML an awesome place to work, but we think there are a few worth mentioning:

  • Energise Leave - 5 paid half days off each year, for time to recharge.
  • Birthday Leave - a paid day off to celebrate your Birthday each year.
  • Loyalty Leave - a paid day off each year to celebrate your work anniversary.
  • Employee Assistance Program access 24/7 support.
  • Mental Health Support.
  • LinkedIn Learning access for all employees.
  • Foundation Day - the anniversary of our establishment where every employee works together to give back to the community.
  • PerkSPACE - a dedicated platform for employee benefits that help you save, grow and generously make life easier.
  • Parental Leave – time off for new parents.

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. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

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When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.