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Director Client Engagement
VML
Chicago, IL, United States
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At VML, it’s not just the job you want — it’s who you are that matters. We’re looking for visionaries. Planners. Dreamers. Because VML is a place that’s all about putting everything you are into everything you do. And we believe in the thought that if it doesn’t exist, it can be created. We’re a full-service global advertising agency that thrives where the blue sky of possibilities intersects with grounded solutions.
The Director, Client Engagement serves as an agency leader for achieving the client’s strategic brand objectives by collaborating with the client and focusing on all facets of strategic growth. He or she must establish and drive all facets of internal working teams to deliver on clients’ goals, objectives and overall strategic direction. The Director, Client Engagement also mines new, organic business opportunities with existing clients, by building relationships across the client’s organization, and with key industry partners. This person must be team-oriented and possess excellent problem solving, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Directors, Client Engagement works closely with Supervisors to foster a culture of growth and development with the team. They regularly demonstrate initiative in all areas of improving the management and growth of all partnerships, demonstrating a sense of ownership and the ability to manage independently. The Director, Client Engagement must take ownership, drive marketing excellence, innovation, and client intelligence. He/she is responsible for of all areas of client delivery and overall relationship health. Financial responsibilities include review and sign-off of monthly billing and forecasting, client management or escalation of billing as needed. Candidates must be prepared for a fast-paced environment and be comfortable making decisions.
Accountabilities:
• Responsible for development of long-term account success and growth.
• Works with Strategy and planning to transform knowledge of client business objectives, internal and competitive opportunities, and customer insights into actionable marketing communications strategies and tactics.
• Leads and manages team on a given book of business.
◦ Builds and maintain senior level client relationships.
◦ Provides team with direction and input to ensure business and project goals are met (60%).
◦ Mining new business opportunities (40%).
• Responsible for development of direct reports
• Exhibits enthusiasm for clients’ business and industry. Maintains leading edge of knowledge of clients’ business and industry.
• Recognizes and seizes opportunities to contribute to agency new business.
• Regularly informs Group Director, Client Engagement on status of business, including escalation as needed.
As part of the WPP Group, VML offers one of the best overall compensation packages in the business. Headquartered in Kansas City, VML is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, visit www.vml.com.
Required Skills:
• Is able to craft creative briefs and provide clear, persuasive briefings to Creative teams and remain an active contributor throughout the creative development process.
• Understands and has led work through all aspects of digital marketing from major online media campaigns, to digital platform development, ecommerce and emerging media.
• CRM/Direct experience is beneficial.
• Has excellent presentation skills and presentation development skills.
• Has excellent organizational skills.
• Is very comfortable working in an integrated agency environment.
• Financial responsibilities include review and sign-off of monthly billing and forecasting, client management or escalation of billing as needed.
• Is able to concurrently lead and grow multiple clients.
Required Experience:
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field; graduate degree is a plus.
• Six to 10-plus years of experience, which may include large-agency interactive or senior client-side marketing experience.
• Experience with digital marketing and/or managing the design and development of websites; traditional marketing experience is a plus.
• Has deep knowledge and experience with multichannel marketing.
• Has experience managing and growing employees and teams required.
• Consumer packaged goods, beverage, and/or sports client experience beneficial.