VML hires head of marketing & new business

Creative agency VML London has hired Lucy Taylor as head of marketing & new business, completing its new management team line up.

In her new role Taylor will lead the growth strategy and elevate the VML brand in the UK market. She will report to VML’s CEO Europe Jon Sharpe.

Taylor completes the VML London management team comprised of managing director Amanda Farmer, executive creative director Harsh Kapadia, head of strategy Andy Ortner, head of people Jennifer Kemp, head of client engagement Marcus Keith, head of delivery Will Plummer and finance director Gary Paul.

Taylor has previously served as head of marketing & new business at both Y&R London and Brothers & Sisters. During her time at Y&R London, she led multiple pitch wins including Chanel No5, Premier League, and JD Williams, whilst at Brothers & Sisters, she led successful pitches for Carphone Warehouse, Sony PlayStation and Virgin Active.

She currently works as Isobel’s account partner and will begin her new role at VML next month.

“My priority at VML will be to shine a light on the London agency and continue the incredible momentum established by the team since January,” said Taylor.

Sharpe added: “Lucy brings great expertise, experience and determination to the role. She has relentless energy and drive and will be an invaluable addition to VML London.”