Senior Social Manager
Company: VML
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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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 Wendys. 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. Who we are looking for: Were seeking a Senior Social
Manager, Social Strategy to join VMLs large and growing social
marketing team. You will be working on one of our largest clients.
Youre a curious, culturally-fluent strategist who loves to question
assumptions and challenge the status quo. Youll uncover insights
that can guide a brands ideas and decisions in social. What you’ll
do: Develop social strategies, social playbooks, activations and
campaign ideas Conduct and synthesize research, social listening
and other data to contribute to a brands strategic decisions
Partner with community management, creative, strategy, data and
media teams to support a brands social marketing goals Who you are:
3-5 years experience in social media marketing, strategy, or
community management agency experience preferred Understanding of
social platforms including how they work and how consumers use them
Experience working independently and ability to move projects
forward without detailed direction Collaborative, detail oriented,
and great problem solver 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. 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 $45,000—$100,000 USD We believe the best work happens when
were together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection.
Thats 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.
Keywords: VML, Orland Park , Senior Social Manager, PR / Public Relations , Schiller Park, Illinois
