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Who We Are
VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and award-winning human-first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. In 2026, VML was named Campaign’s Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.
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.
For more information, please visit and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.
About VML Health:
VML HEALTH is a global healthcare agency that partners with healthcare clients across a broad definition of health, from high science to wellness and everything in between. It operates fluidly within the VML agency, as a core group of health specialists (a ‘vertical’) that has the benefit of autonomy in management, but with support of non-health expertise.
At the heart of health is the story of life – all the highs and lows, ambitions, and possibilities. But facing a health challenge can suddenly pull people away from these stories, knocking them off course.
Our purpose is to bridge this gap, bringing people closer to life and all its meaning. We gain a deeper understanding of Healthcare Professionals’ and patients’ needs, behaviors and lived experiences through what we call ‘radical empathy’.
VML Health creates connected brands that get to the heart, bringing people closer to the lives they want to live. Get to the heart. Connect for life.
International Meetings and Science (IMsci), a division of VML Health, works with companies to build world-class healthcare and pharmaceutical brands among medical professionals and consumers, with a transmedia storytelling approach that covers medical education strategies.
What we’re looking for:
As a Vice President, Group Account Director you will lead multiple, large account teams for various clients/brands. You will have overall accountability for the day-to-day management of the accounts and all aspects of the finished products and will report to a Senior Vice President, Account Director. You will be responsible for the development and management of your account teams. In this senior position, you must ensure your team delivers quality projects that are on-time and within budget.
What you'll do:
Drive day-to-day activities through strong account leadership, motivation, and supervision
Engage in forward thinking and planning for accounts, staying "one step ahead"
Act as a mentor, identifying opportunities for individual growth and experiences
Keep team motivated and celebrate brand achievements
Identify and resolve conflicts with practical solutions
Keep management informed of client activity, issues, and opportunities
Ensure adherence to internal processes and improve standard operating procedures
Participate in new business pitches and foster valuable industry relationships
Be the brand champion, ensuring all efforts align with brand strategy and vision
Possess intimate knowledge of therapeutic markets and stay abreast of trends
Develop annual strategic and tactical plans, engaging senior leadership as needed
Provide clients with strategic insights and proactive recommendations
Develop and maintain harmonious relationships with all levels of client team
Identify and lead organic growth within current business
Participate in the development of breakthrough creative and innovative programs
Develop realistic forecasts and monitor financial performance of accounts
Who you are:
Passionate about the medical education/communication business
Strong industry knowledge and medical communications acumen
Excellent supervisory, interpersonal, and listening skills
Exercises sound judgment and manages time effectively
Strong professional work ethic and active role in agency recruitment
What you'll need:
8+ years experience in the medical area, with 5-6 years in medical education
Demonstrated history of managing various medical education programs
Leadership skills and effective written and oral communication skills
Willingness to work overtime, travel, and attend off-hour events
What we offer:
Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.
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The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.
_$100,000—$230,000 USDWe 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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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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