{T&A OGILVY} SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER (PR) - VIETNAMESE CANDIDATE ONLY

Ho Chi Minh City , Vietnam

About Ogilvy  

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

About the Role  

For business development, we are now looking for Senior Account Manager (PR) with roles as below.

  • Account Management
    •  Uncover business needs and objectives, craft appropriate overall strategies and plans to achieve clients’ business objectives.
    • Understand clients' businesses and identifies opportunities to grow our business with them.
    • Play a major role in the research, planning, and development of comprehensive Communications Marketing campaigns.
    • Serve as daily client contact and as client lead when appropriate.
    • Oversee quality and operational performance of the account, ensuring work quality and deadline adherence.
  • Strategy development & Execution
    • Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with the corporation’s overall goals and brand objectives. Manage communication campaigns across multiple channels including digital, print, social media, and press.
    • Demonstrate proficiency in writing skills to craft internal and client correspondence, communications plans, press materials, new business proposals, etc.
    • Perform tactical proficiency in media relations, including creating and driving outreach plans, message development, management of events, growth of contact network and effective pitching and training of spokespersons on speeches and presentations.
    • Support brand awareness efforts and ensure all communication aligns with the branding guidelines.
    • Work with cross-functional teams to create cohesive messaging for campaigns, events, and product launches.
  • Crisis Communication
    • Prepare for and manage communication strategies during crisis situations, ensuring timely and effective responses to protect the brand’s reputation.
    • Provide guidance to senior leadership on crisis communication tactics and handle sensitive situations with discretion.
  • Performance Tracking & Reporting
    • Measure the effectiveness of communication strategies through analytics and feedback.
    • Prepare regular reports on communication activities, media coverage, and key metrics to assess performance and adjust as needed.

What You’ll Need  

  • At least 6 years of experience, 1 - 2 years already in Senior Account Manager level, additional experience in PR/ Communications. Agency background is preferred.
  • Proven ability to juggle multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail.
  • Understanding and deep knowledge of PR & influencer marketing campaigns, as well as project management.
  • Demonstrable ability to communicate, present and influence key stakeholders at all levels of an organisation, including executive and C-level.
  • Strong verbal and written communication, and presentation skills.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Team player who can work well with tight deadlines.
  • Possesses a high degree of English competency.

How We’ll Support You 

Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates.  


At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. 

We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. 

Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.

Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.

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