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<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong>Who We Are</strong></h3>
<p>VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a <strong>Human First</strong> philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore. </p>
<p>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. </p>
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<h3><strong>About VML Health: Why We're Awesome (and Why You Should Care)</strong></h3>
<p>We're <strong>VML Health</strong>, part of the VML network – a global powerhouse in brand and customer experience. Basically, we connect creativity, tech, and culture to build brands that really resonate.</p>
<p>At VML Health, we're all about making a real difference in healthcare. We craft innovative solutions that drive meaningful change and improve patient outcomes. Our European hub is a buzzing center for collaboration, bringing together diverse talent to serve clients across the continent.</p>
<p>We're obsessed with leveraging the power of creativity and technology to solve complex challenges. We thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where new ideas are always welcome. Join us, push boundaries, and help shape the future of healthcare communications!</p>
<p>Strategic, visionary, and results-driven, the Account Director plays a pivotal role in leading senior client engagements, driving organic business growth, and delivering transformative healthcare communications. Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and an inspiring leader to cross-functional agency teams, this role drives overall account vision, creative excellence, team development, and financial profitability across every initiative.</p>
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<h3><strong>The Role:</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Role & Responsibilities:</strong></h4>
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<li><strong>Build Senior Client Relationships:</strong> Cultivate and maintain long-term client relationships built on deep trust, credibility, and strategic partnership.</li>
<li><strong>Lead Strategic Account Growth:</strong> Collaborate with Strategy and Planning to transform client business objectives, scientific insights, and market dynamics into actionable communications strategies and tactics.</li>
<li><strong>Champion Creative & Brief Development:</strong> Co-develop and interrogate project briefs to ensure alignment with client objectives, regulations, and standards; partner actively with creative teams throughout development.</li>
<li><strong>Manage & Mentor Teams:</strong> Lead, motivate, and develop direct reports (Account Managers and Account Executives), delegating tasks appropriately, setting priorities, and supporting their professional growth.</li>
<li><strong>Drive Financial Performance & Viability:</strong> Oversee overall account profitability, budgeting, resource utilization, and forecasting, ensuring agency profitability while delivering high-value work on time and on budget.</li>
<li><strong>Mine New Business:</strong> Proactively identify and seize organic growth opportunities within existing client accounts and contribute to agency new business pitches.</li>
<li><strong>Pitch & Present Proposals:</strong> Confidently present, sell, defend, and negotiate agency strategic proposals and creative work with senior client stakeholders.</li>
<li><strong>Ensure Agency Supremacy:</strong> Collaborate seamlessly across all agency disciplines at the right time and manage client vendor relationships to maintain agency leadership.</li>
<li><strong>Executive Escalation & Reporting:</strong> Regularly inform the Group Director / Managing Partner on account health, performance, and key milestones, escalating issues as needed.</li>
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<h3><strong>Skills:</strong></h3>
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<li><strong>Scientific Degree</strong> completed with Marketing/Economics specialization (or equivalent industry experience).</li>
<li><strong>6+ years' experience</strong> in the medical communications / healthcare advertising industry, including a proven track record in a leadership role.</li>
<li><strong>Fluent in English</strong> with outstanding written, spoken, and presentation skills.</li>
<li><strong>Proficiency in MS Office Tools</strong> (especially Excel and PowerPoint) and familiarity with CRM tools, e-commerce, paid search, and emerging digital media.</li>
<li><strong>Proven capability</strong> to develop, write, and deliver clear, persuasive briefs and collaborate effectively with creative teams.</li>
<li><strong>Strong commercial and financial acumen</strong>, with experience managing account P&L, resource forecasting, and agency profitability.</li>
<li><strong>Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills</strong> with a collaborative, solution-oriented approach in an integrated agency environment.</li>
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<p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB"><span lang="EN-GB">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.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB">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.</span></span><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB"> </span></span></p>
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