Project Manager

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.

Who is Team WPP?

As modern marketing has accelerated in both its complexity and pace, businesses need partners who they can trust to deliver depth and breadth at speed. This pressing need has driven the development of an industry-leading partnership in the form of Team WPP, a network-wide team built to inspire growth for the most ambitious brands in the world. Using end-to-end solutions at a global scale, our entrepreneurial spirit infuses creativity with emerging technology to deliver revolutionary results.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people in 112 countries. Our company creates transformative ideas and outcomes for its clients through an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce and technology. WPP and our award-winning agencies work with most of the world's biggest companies and organizations - from Ford, Unilever and P&G to Coca-Cola, HSBC and the UN.

Team WPP for Audible

Following the kick-off of an exciting new engagement, Team WPP is thrilled to partner with Audible in their mission of igniting the world’s imagination through premium audio storytelling. To make that possible, Team WPP have been appointed to bring the Audible mission to life through the most dynamic channel of all – social. We will be supporting their social media transformation across ten markets (in the Americas, EU, and APAC) and over 30+ channels (incl. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok). Through social, Audible aims to create a larger and more inspired community of fans across the globe.

The role

We are seeking a Project Manager to champion digital and social work across multiple social platforms. This is a unique opportunity to work with a newly acquired client to help shape their business and brand.

The Project Manager will understand the opportunities and constraints of a given project and help to set and manage expectations internally and with clients. You must have a strong creative sensibility, a genuine interest in the digital and social media landscapes, and an understanding of content production for all social channels. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of the full lifecycle experience from scoping through delivery and can confidently navigate and prioritize business needs, resource management, schedules, and financials to successfully deliver excellent work.

Responsibilities

Deliver work that is on time, on budget and when appropriate, goes beyond the brief

You will be responsible for executing plans and processes that drive projects forward and ensure successful delivery with high client satisfaction

Motivate, direct, and challenge teams to produce great work. You will help to manage cross-functional teams that are collaborative, efficient, and high-functioning

Help to establish and manage project communication and process. Utilize appropriate structure and tools to ensure successful collaboration and engagement across agency and client teams

Involvement in project estimation, scheduling, planning, and profitability. You will maintain detailed project plans; manage resource allocations; and report on project status, burn rates, budgets, and appropriate reconciliations to agency and client stakeholders

Skills and Experience Required:

Minimum 4 years of experience in advertising or marketing communications, ideally at a creative/digital agency with a focus on digital, social, content, and video

Experience driving creative solutions and digital/social content creation

Familiar with agile methodologies a plus

Knowledge of digital, social and mobile content creation and requirements for different channels

Exposure to large-scale projects with multiple workstreams and diverse teams a plus

Comfortable leading some team or client meetings; ability to tailor communications based on audience and level

Self-motivated and driven to build and create great work

Experienced with large complex accounts

Personal attributes

Optimistic and collaborative

Process-oriented with a strong point of view and distinct voice

Ability and appetite to bring people together to create and inspire solutions

Detail oriented, sharp attention to detail and a drive for perfection. Conscientious and adept at problem-solving through critical thinking.

A keen sense of urgency, keeping projects on track and on time while actively managing all stakeholders’ expectations throughout the process

A strong communicator with superior presentation skills and excellent communication and analytical skills

Influences without authority and helps to foster an environment of shared accountability

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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