Assistant PR Manager

vivo Malaysia; Puchong; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Puchong is hiring a PR Assistant Manager to develop and execute product PR strategies, manage media relations, and plan brand events. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of PR experience, especially in product launches. Fluency in Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Melayu is essential, alongside strong media and event planning skills. Competitive benefits include a 13th-month salary and performance bonuses.

Benefits

13th Month Salary

Performance Bonus

Festival Celebration

1-week CNY Leave

Annual Leave Encashment

Medical Subsidy

Dental Subsidy

Parking Subsidy

Qualifications

• 4-6 years experience in Public Relations or Integrated Marketing Communications.
• Strong media relations experience, preferably in the technology or consumer electronics industry.
• Experience in organizing large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies for new product launches.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists and media outlets.
• Plan and execute brand-related events to boost exposure.

Skills

Public Relations

Media Relations

Event Planning

Content Creation

Fluent Mandarin

Fluent English

Fluent Bahasa Melayu

Digital Marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field

Job description

vivo Malaysia is hiring PR Assistant Manager!

Location: Bandar Puteri Puchong

Job Description:

New Product PR Strategy

• Develop and execute PR strategies for new product launches in alignment with vivo's brand and market goals.
• Promote new products through media channels tohighlight vivo's core values.
• Manage brand image to maintain consistency and a positive public perception.

Media Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists and media outlets in Malaysia.
• Prepare and distribute press materials to ensure timely and accurate information.
• Organize media events and manage crisis PR to protect the brand’s reputation.

Content Creation and Communication

• Plan and execute creative content aligned with vivo’s brand positioning.
• Collaborate with local media, influencers, and KOLs to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

Event Planning

• Plan and execute brand-related events to boost exposure.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency across public relations and marketing efforts.
• Supervise event execution to ensure smooth operations and maximize impact.

Internal Communication and Reporting

• Collaborate with internal teams to align PR efforts with overall business strategies.
• Track and report on PR effectiveness, proposing improvements as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience (4-6 years) in Public Relations or Integrated Marketing Communications, with a focus on product launches, media relations, and brand management, preferably in the technology or consumer electronics industry.
• Strong media relations experience, particularly in Malaysia, with a track record of building relationships with key journalists, outlets, and influencers.
• Fluency in Mandarin, Englishand Bahasa Melayu, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in all languages. "We are looking for Mandarin-speaking candidates who will be serving Mandarin-speaking customers."
• Familiarity with digital marketing platforms and the ability to track and report PR effectiveness using analytic tools.
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work across teams, ensuring alignment of PR efforts with broader marketing and business strategies.
• Experience in organizing large-scale events and ensuring smooth execution from start to finish.
• Ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Benefits:

• 13th Month Salary
• Performance Bonus
• Festival Celebration
• 1-week CNY Leave
• Annual Leave Encashment
• Medical Subsidy
• Dental Subsidy
• Parking Subsidy