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VML logoVML

Account Director/Senior Account Director

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid

Senior

Who We Are VML, part of WPP, 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 firs…

Skills: Client Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Commercial Acumen, Financial Forecasting

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) logoMinistry of Social Development (MSD)

Principal Advisor Communications | MSD - services for the future | Wellington

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

$143k–$178k/yr

Senior+

Permanent role Based at National Office Wellington About our team | Mō te tīma You will be part of the Communications and Engagement team within MSD – services for the future. This is a large, complex transformation prog…

Skills: Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Communications Planning, Media Management, Content Development

Tourism New Zealand logoTourism New Zealand

Communications Advisor

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid

Mid level

Fulltime, Permanent Location: Wellington About us | Mō tātou Tourism New Zealand is a leader in destination marketing. Our purpose is to enrich Aotearoa New Zealand and all who visit. We do this by promoting New Zealand …

Skills: Written Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Corporate Communications, Content Production, Digital Channel Management

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) logoMinistry of Social Development (MSD)

Content Designer | Wellington

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

$91k–$110k/yr

Mid level

Fixed term or secondment opportunity to December 2027 Based at National Office in Wellington About the role | Mō te tūnga You will join the Digital Content Team within Service Delivery Communications. The team works acro…

Skills: User-Centred Design, Content Strategy, Plain English Writing, Sharepoint, Accessibility

JCDecaux logoJCDecaux

Account Director Wellington

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid

Senior$114K raised

Who we are: Our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a positive culture where people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of each t…

Skills: Sales, Account Management, Relationship Building, Commercial Acumen, Negotiation

Hato Hone St John

Communications Business Partner

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Senior

Company Description Ko wai mātou - About us: Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, we have nearly 12,000 kaimahi working across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communiti…

Skills: Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Stakeholder Management, Crisis Communications

Victoria University of Wellington Careers and Employment logoVictoria University of Wellington Careers and Employment

Writer in Residence

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Senior

Do you write in any area of literacy activity?Are you a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident?Have you got interest in taking part in the cultural life of the University? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Here…

Skills: Creative Writing, Literary Activity, Drama Writing, Fiction Writing, Poetry

Hato Hone St John

National Manager Communications & Public Affairs

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid

Senior+

Company Description Ko wai mātou - About us: Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, we have nearly 12,000 kaimahi working across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communiti…

Skills: Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Crisis Management, Stakeholder Engagement

Inland Revenue NZ logoInland Revenue NZ

Information Specialist (L3)

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Senior

Job Description Information Specialist L3 – Mātanga Pārongo - Content Architect Design, refine, deliver and manage the content architecture for the main ird.govt.nz websitePermanent, full-time role, Wellington-based The …

Skills: Content Architecture, User-Centred Design, Taxonomy, Ontology, Sitecore

Wētā Workshop Ltd logoWētā Workshop Ltd

Senior Architect - Immersive Experiences (12 month fixed term)

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Senior+$110K raised

Company Description At Wētā Workshop, we don’t just build worlds — we transport audiences into them. From award-winning installations to record-breaking attractions, our immersive experiences are driven by imagination an…

Skills: Architectural Design, Technical Delivery, Construction Administration, Project Leadership, Themed Entertainment Design

Wētā Workshop Ltd logoWētā Workshop Ltd

Senior Architect - Immersive Experiences (12 month fixed term)

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

Senior+$110K raised

Company Description At Wētā Workshop, we don’t just build worlds — we transport audiences into them. From award-winning installations to record-breaking attractions, our immersive experiences are driven by imagination an…

Skills: Architectural Design, Technical Delivery, Construction Administration, Project Leadership, Themed Entertainment Design

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment logoMinistry of Business, Innovation and Employment

Principal Communications Advisor

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · On-site

$118k–$143k/yr

Senior+

Discover a career with purpose at MBIE Wellington Central Permanent Role Salary Range $118,000 - $143,000 Want to help shape Immigration New Zealand’s future and play a key role in delivering a complex, multi-year transf…

Skills: Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Digital Content Creation, Behavior Change Communication, Leadership Capability Building

Meridian Energy logoMeridian Energy

Internal Communications Manager

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand · Hybrid

Senior$48M raised

Company Description Mai te hiku ki te taurapa, whitikina e te rā From the tail of the fish to the tail of the waka, shines the sun This whakataukī speaks to our journey across Aotearoa, one waka, one purpose, powered by …

Skills: Internal Communications Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Content Creation, Microsoft Engage, Executive Communications

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Account Director/Senior Account Director

VML

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand • Hybrid

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  • Full-time
  • Energise Leave, Birthday Leave, Loyalty Leave, Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health Support, LinkedIn Learning Access
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Lead key client relationships in Wellington as a strategic partner to drive commercially impactful and creatively outstanding work. Accountable for account health, financial performance, team development, and unlocking growth opportunities.

Requirements

Requires 6+ years of agency or client-facing experience with a strong understanding of end-to-end marketing and communications. Must possess proven leadership skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Full job description

Who We Are

VML, part of WPP, 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.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

Your Role in a Nutshell

We’re looking for a senior client leader to join our team in a flexible capacity, to lead key client relationships in our Wellington team, acting as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders and driving commercially impactful, creatively outstanding work. This role could sit at Account Director or Senior Account Director level depending on experience. 

You’ll be accountable for the overall health of your accounts - balancing client satisfaction, financial performance, and team development - while unlocking growth opportunities and elevating the standard of strategic and creative output.

This is a leadership role where you’ll shape both client outcomes and internal culture, ensuring your team is empowered to do their best work.

Key Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Partnership

  • Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
  • Act as a strategic partner, contributing to business and communications objectives
  • Lead conversations that position VML as a growth partner across creative, consultancy, and technology

Strategic & Creative Excellence

  • Champion high-quality, insight-driven strategic thinking
  • Partner with Planning and Creative leadership to shape and deliver outstanding work
  • Identify and unlock new opportunities for innovation and growth

Commercial & Financial Management

  • Own account profitability, forecasting, and financial performance
  • Develop and deliver account plans aligned to business objectives
  • Drive organic growth across your client portfolio

Team Leadership & Culture

  • Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing account teams
  • Create an environment where creativity, collaboration, and accountability thrive
  • Coach and mentor team members, supporting growth and progression

Operational Excellence

  • Establish clear processes that enable efficient delivery of work
  • Oversee campaign development and execution, removing blockers where needed
  • Ensure seamless collaboration across internal and external stakeholders

Required Experience / Skills / Capabilities

  • 6+ years’ experience in an agency or client-facing environment
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end marketing and communications
  • Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and develop teams
  • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
  • Commercial acumen, including financial oversight and forecasting
  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable plans
  • Confident communicator with experience influencing at a senior level
  • Highly organised with strong project management and delivery capability

VML AUNZ Highlights

There are many things that make VML an awesome place to work, but we think there are a few worth mentioning:

  • Energise Leave – 5 paid half days off each year to recharge 
  • Birthday Leave – a paid day off to celebrate your birthday 
  • Loyalty Leave – a paid day off each year to celebrate your work anniversary 
  • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support 
  • Mental health support
  • LinkedIn Learning access 
  • Foundation Day – giving back to the community
  • PerkSPACE – employee benefits platform 
  • Parental Leave support

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. 

VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

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About VML

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Industry
Advertising Services
Company size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
LinkedIn followers
1,090,945

VML is a global powerhouse born from the unification of Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R — two of the world's most powerful and accomplished creative agencies with complementary capabilities and geographic strengths. We have an industry-unique opportunity to provide our client partners with a fully integrated offering across brand experience, customer experience and commerce practices — powered by deep data and technology experience. For more information, visit www.vml.com.

Offices: 3 WTC 175 Greenwich Street, New York, New York, US · Kansas City, Missouri, US · London, GB · Sao Paulo, BR · Singapore, SG

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Frequently asked questions

How many Creative & Media jobs are open in Wellington, New Zealand right now?

There are currently 13 open creative & media positions in Wellington, New Zealand listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Creative & Media roles in Wellington, New Zealand?

Companies currently hiring include Hato Hone St John, Ministry of Social Development (MSD), Wētā Workshop Ltd, Inland Revenue NZ, JCDecaux, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Creative & Media jobs in Wellington, New Zealand?

Yes — 5 of the 13 open creative & media positions offer remote or hybrid work (0 remote, 5 hybrid).

How do I apply for Creative & Media jobs in Wellington, New Zealand?

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