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.
About The Pharm:
The Pharm is an integrated, multi-specialty service and consulting model where we work with our client Walgreens Boots Alliance in partnership towards one shared mission: to help people across the world lead healthier and happier lives. We are a team of 150+ experts who have a unique opportunity to dedicate ourselves to one client in pursuit of their ambitious mission, while collaborating with experts from across several agencies including (VML, Ogilvy & Essence MediaCom) within our holding company, WPP.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a creative and innovative ‘Social First’ Mid Weight Creative Team member to join our creative department. The successful duo will be responsible for creating, developing and executing advertising ideas for identified customers through social media as well as print, TV, Content, Direct Marketing & Mobile etc. This person should be able to combine artistic sensibilities and understanding with knowledge of design and production process to create work that engages identified customers on social media. Working in an integrated creative environment, in partnership with The Pharm’s other teams, this role will support projects, large and small, from start to finish.
This role will specifically focus on No7’s Beauty Company’s expressionist brands ‘Soap & Glory’ and ‘Sleek’. Soap & Glory as a brand leans into codes of the fantastical and fun as well as luxury and efficacy. Sleek is cosmetics brand with an East London heritage that leans into the fully cos obsessed Makeup Magpies. We want a creative team who embodies this spirit to create impactful campaigns that resonate with our audiences.
Role Requirements:
- Experience executing award-winning campaigns across all media channels including social, mobile, activation, experiential, and broadcast
- A thorough understanding of the project process within a creative agency - from client brief through to post-project-evaluation
- Passionate and curious about the latest creative/design innovations - interested and active within the creative industry outside of the 9-to-5
- Able to deliver great conceptual ideas, with a portfolio displaying the depth of your creativity and expertise in this area
- Fluency in social platforms and experience creating content focused for social media objectives.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Ability to work independently on medium to large scale client projects, occasionally with a senior creative/team
- Ability to oversee design / post-production print and motion
Desired Skills and Experiences:
- Experience working in the beauty vertical is ideal but not essential.
- Strong understanding of social media trends and best practices
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software
- Ability to think innovatively and look beyond the obvious to develop highly engaging ideas and campaigns
- Demonstrates ‘passion’ – approaches all tasks in a wholehearted and enthusiastic manner
- Shows initiative and a ‘can-do’ attitude
- Highly motivated and a self-starter
- Recognizes the need for management support when necessary
- Constantly looks for and learns from new information or experiences
- Deals constructively with frustration and stress, maintaining a professional and positive manner
- Is direct and honest in dealing with others
- Treats all people with respect and fairness
If you are passionate about creating innovative and engaging advertising ideas for identified customers through social media platforms and want to be part of a dynamic and inclusive team, please apply with your resume and team portfolio.
What’s in it for you?
Aside from a generous annual leave allowance and pension allowances, you will have access to a whole host of other benefits and activities such as:
- Life Assurance
- Permanent Health Insurance
- BUPA
- Flexible hybrid-working schedule (2 days in the office)
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Well-being Programme
- Employee Assistance Support
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Eye Care and Glasses Vouchers
- Season Ticket Loans
- WPP Discounts
You will also have a clear long-term career development plan and access to our learning and development activities and online learning platforms.
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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