Senior Account Executive

# Senior Account ExecutiveWhen 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 . California residents should read our . 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.# Senior Account Executive#### **Brand:** VML Health#### **Department:** Client & Business Leadership#### **Expertise:** Health#### **Location:** London, United Kingdom#### **Last Updated:** 2/3/2026#### **Requisition ID:** 13671### **About VML**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 human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy\’s. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information,please visit , andfollowalong on ,, and.**About VML Health: Why We\’re Awesome (and Why You Should Care)**We\’re VML Health, 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.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.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!**The Role:**The Senior Account Executive is a pivotal client-facing role responsible for leading the operational management of key client accounts and overseeing the successful development and delivery of complex, high-impact medical education and communication programs. This role requires a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape, client management skills, proactivity and the ability to drive efficient execution of solutions that facilitate scientific exchange and improve healthcare professional understanding.The Senior Account executive acts as a trusted partner to clients and a key operational leader within the internal Client Services team.**Role & Responsibilities:**The Senior Account executive (with support from an account manager) will proactively manage key client accounts, ensuring the efficient and effective execution of medical education and communication programs. They serve as a point of contact for clients, guiding them through project lifecycles, in terms of process, timelines and production, ensuring the delivery of scientifically accurate and high-quality solutions.**Essential Duties:*** Build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with client contacts, acting as a trusted partner and where applicable, identifying opportunities for account growth and expansion.* Oversee the end-to-end development and delivery of multi-faceted, and/or highly complex medical education and communication programs, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.* Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop project briefs that accurately capture scientific and educational objectives, guiding the project from initiation to completion.* Serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal cross-functional teams (scientific, creative, project management, digital), fostering efficient collaboration and ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed on project status and requirements.* Review all deliverables, including scientific content, educational materials, and digital platforms, ensuring they meet scientific accuracy, compliance guidelines, and the highest standards of quality before client delivery.* Anticipate potential operational challenges, proactively identify solutions, and resolve issues efficiently to ensure smooth project progression and client satisfaction.* Proactively manage project scope, budgets, and profitability for assigned accounts.**Education:*** Bachelor\’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, or a related scientific field. A Master\’s degree or advanced scientific degree (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD) is highly preferred.* Minimum of 1+ year of experience in client engagement role within a medical communications or medical education agency setting.**Skills:*** **Level of English:** Fluent.* **Proficiency in MS Office Tools:** Especially Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of project management or CRM tools will be considered a plus.* **Communication:** Both written and spoken, with an emphasis on clarity and precision in scientific and project contexts.* **Comprehensive and Current Knowledge:** Of the medical communications agency\’s offerings, healthcare industry trends, and relevant compliance regulations (e.g., GPP, PhRMA, ABPI).* **Ability to Understand Client Needs:** And effectively manage project scope, timelines, and budgets.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. 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 . California residents should read our . 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr