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.

We are seeking a creative and strategic mid-level Influencer Manager to join our team in Budapest. You will be responsible for developing and executing innovative influencer marketing campaigns for global FMCG brands of one of our biggest clients. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of the Hungarian social media landscape and a passion for building authentic relationships between brands and creators.

What you’ll be doing:

Develop, manage, and execute end-to-end influencer marketing strategies and creative campaigns that align with client objectives
Identify, vet, and build a strong network of relationships with influencers and content creators across Hungary
Manage all aspects of campaign execution, including talent negotiation, contract management, content briefing, content approvals, and campaign scheduling, visiting influencer event
Monitor and analyse campaign performance, providing data-driven insights and comprehensive reports on key metrics, including reach, engagement, and ROI
Stay current with the latest trends in social media, influencer marketing, and digital culture in Hungary and beyond
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including social media, creative, and account management, to ensure integrated campaign success
Manage campaign budgets, do the related administrative tasks and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope

What we want from you:

Proven experience in influencer marketing, social media management, or a related role, preferably within an agency environment
In-depth knowledge of the Hungarian influencer and social media landscape (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.) and content creation/production trends
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience with influencer marketing and analytics tools
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously
A creative mindset with a keen eye for compelling content and authentic brand-creator partnerships
Knowledge of Creator IQ is an advantage
Fluency in both Hungarian and English

In return, this is what you can expect from us:

Private health insurance package (for employees working with us for a year and more)
International and in-house training possibilities
Education budget to suit your own development
International projects
Diverse teams (in 2023 our office has the 'Most diverse Company' special award in the Loveable Workplace competition)

And there's more:

Kid and dog friendly office
Annual team building days and many fun events
Award-winning and well-equipped office

Our Enterprise Solutions division houses strategic consultants, creative and technical architects and skilled developers and operators that together help some of the world’s leading organisations to deliver outstanding digital experiences across all major routes to market worldwide: marketplaces, online retailers, D2C, B2B and social platforms. With over 4,200 experts in 55 operational centres across 34 countries, our capabilities span the entire buying journey from customer acquisition, through engagement, to conversion and loyalty, driving multi-channel growth for world-leading brands.

We work with some of the most exciting brands such as The Coca-Cola Company, EY, Bosch, Unilever, Ford, DFS, Mercedes-Benz, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Sainsbury’s, Selfridges, Shell and Tiffany & Co. We’ve built over 500 platforms for brands and retailers and generate in excess of $29bn annually for our clients and work with over 50 strategic partners including Adobe, SAP, Salesforce, HCL, Shopify, Sitecore, BigCommerce, commerce tools and Acquia. Our reputation is based on our people, and we believe we have some of the best in the business.

As our business grows internationally, we’re looking for new people to join us on our journey to inspire and take a key role in shaping some of the best commerce solutions, services, and websites in the world. Working as a team, no problem is insurmountable; we share in our client’s successes and believe that anyone can show creative bravery no matter what their role is in the team.

WPP (VML Enterprise Solutions) 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. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

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