Account Executive

MCI GROUP ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Leave

Business Travel Insurance

Tele consults

Job summary

MCI GROUP ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD. is seeking an Account Executive to collaborate with Account Managers to deliver brand experiences, events, and campaigns. You will support pitches, develop ideas, source suppliers, and help with costings and client servicing from day one.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in events or hospitality, strong communication, and a proactive, results-driven mindset. This role is on-site in Singapore and offers local benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, hospitality, or marketing is preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in meetings/events or hospitality is advantageous.
• Experience in account management or servicing is advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; proficient in Office and presentations.
• Customer-focused mindset with proactive negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pitches and new business development with the team.
• Develop creative ideas and help translate client briefs into event experiences.
• Source venues, suppliers, and entertainment to back recommendations.
• Prepare cost estimates, quotes, and budget inputs for proposals.
• Assist in servicing client accounts and coordinating internal teams.

Skills

Client servicing

Pitch development

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Business, Hospitality, or Marketing degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation development

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

At MCI, we believe great experiences start with great people, boldideas, and strong collaboration. As an Account Executive, you will be an integral part of the team, working closely with Account Managers and colleagues to bring exciting brand experiences, events, and marketing campaigns to life.

From supporting new business pitches and developing creative ideas to sourcing suppliers, preparing costings, and servicing client accounts, you will be involved in the action from day one. This is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow while playing a meaningful role in delivering impactful experiences for our clients.

THE WORK

1. Support Pitches & New Business Development
   • Work closely with Account Managers and the wider team to develop compelling pitch proposals and presentations.
   • Contribute ideas, research trends, explore creative concepts, and help turn client briefs into engaging event and marketing experiences.
   • Research venues, suppliers, entertainment, activities, and other event elements to support creative recommendations.
   • Source quotations, develop cost estimates, compare supplier options, and support budget preparation to ensure ideas are both exciting and commercially viable.
   • Assist in preparing pitch decks, proposals, and supporting materials that bring our ideas to life and help us win new business.
2. Support Account Servicing & Client Relationships
   • Work alongside Account Managers to support the day-to-day servicing of client accounts, ensuring projects and requests are managed efficiently.
   • Assist in understanding client briefs, coordinating internal teams, and following up on project deliverables.
   • Prepare meeting materials, project updates, reports, timelines, and other account documentation.
   • Build positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders through clear communication and a collaborative approach.
   • Stay curious about our clients' businesses, brands, and objectives, and look for opportunities to contribute ideas that add value.

THE CONNECTION

Reports to Account Manager (for daily activities)

Works closely with the Sales Team (Local and Regional), Operation Team /Project Managers, Sales Support and other Product Practices within MCI.

THE MUST HAVE

This role is suitable for well-rounded individuals with business, hospitality, or a marketing degree.

• 1 - 3 years of experience in the meetings and events and/or hoteland hospitality industry would be an advantage
• 1 - 3 years of experience in the account management or accountservicing role would be an advantage
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and presentation development, are essential.
• Great customer mindset, proactive disposition with strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Result driven personality with energy, commitment and a strong drive to succeed.

THE GOOD TO HAVE

• Adaptable and solution oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and attention to detail
• Willingness to traveland support onsite delivery when required

ADDITIONAL LOCAL BENEFITS

• Birthday Leave
• Employer-paid Business Travel Insurance, unlimited Whitecoat tele consults, Dental & Vision reimbursements
• Employer-paid Group Hospital & Surgical, Outpatient Clinical, Outpatient Specialist & Personal Accident Insurance
• Comprehensive internal Learning & Development portal and opportunities for external courses