Account Associate

Occasions Asia Pacific 天機亞太集團; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 days work-week

Medical plan

Dental insurance after probation

Job summary

Occasions Asia Pacific 天機亞太集團 in Hong Kong is seeking a PR professional to manage assigned client relationships, plan and execute campaigns, and maintain media contacts.

You will develop relationships with journalists, bloggers, content creators, and influencers, monitor coverage, prepare reports, and support administrative tasks. The role prefers 2–3 years of relevant experience, with senior consideration for more experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in public relations, communications, media, journalism, or related field
• Candidates with more experience may be considered for Senior Account Associate
• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of social media, traditional media, and influencers in PR campaigns
• Passion for PR and desire to learn and grow in the field
• Good understanding of social platforms and content, events is a plus

Responsibilities

• Act as the contact for assigned clients, ensuring effective communication and timely follow-up on enquiries and requests
• Assist in planning and executing PR campaigns, including target outreach, press release writing, events, community management, and social media activities
• Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, content creators, and other media members
• Monitor coverage by media and influencers, and report results to clients and senior team members
• Maintain client relationships, including attending meetings, preparing reports, and providing timely responses
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and brainstorm new opportunities for clients
• Support the team with administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, managing databases, and preparing presentations

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Marketing/Journalism

Job description

Founded in 1987, Occasions Asia Pacific is a leading comprehensive and integrated communications group with insightful knowledge of China’s fast-changing political & and consumer landscape. Our unrivaled exclusive relationships with government, brands, influencers, business & social communities in Hong Kong and Mainland China and abroad empower us to be a highly respected and trusting partner to global brands looking to gain presence in Asia. From brand consulting, creative, PR, social media, digital marketing to experiential events and lifestyle experiences curation, we offer 360-degree services across luxury lifestyle, arts & culture, tourism & hospitality, retail & property sectors. Driven by professionalism, integrity, and relentless pursuit to excellence, our culturally diverse team of experts integrate creativity, artistic sensibility and the power of data-insights to deliver innovative bespoke campaigns to our clients. Headquartered in Hong Kong, we have branch offices in Macau, Beijing, Shanghai and Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Act as the contact for assigned clients, ensuring effective communication and timely follow-up on enquiries and requests.
• Assist in planning and executing PR campaigns for our clients, including target outreach, press release writing, events, community management, and social media activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, content creators, and other members of the media.
• Monitor coverage by media and influencers, and report on results to clients and senior members of the team.
• Maintain client relationships, including attending meetings, preparing reports, and providing timely responses to client inquiries.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and brainstorm new opportunities for clients.
• Support the team with administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, managing databases, and preparing presentations.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in public relations, communications, media, journalism, or a related field. Candidates with more experience will be considered for the position of Senior Account Associate.
• Previous agency experience and direct client-facing experience are highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of social media, traditional media, and influencers, and their use in PR campaigns.
• Passion for PR and a desire to learn and grow in the field.
• Having a good understanding of social media platforms and content, events is a plus.

We offer excellent opportunities and package to successful candidate.

(including 5 days work-week, medical plan and dental insurance after probation, etc.)

All personal data collected will be kept strictly confidential and will only be used for recruitment.