Manager, Technology

Edelman; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Edelman Singapore is seeking a Manager in the Technology Sector team to lead integrated communications programmes for major tech brands. You will be a day-to-day advisor, translating business priorities into strategic communications, thought leadership and campaigns that drive client objectives.

You will manage research, planning, and execution across multi-account teams, mentor staff, monitor budgets, and grow client relationships by introducing Edelman capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Communications Marketing and/or related fields.
• Superior writing and verbal communications skills, capable of persuading audiences.
• Understanding of global technology sector trends, with a focus on Asia-Pacific.
• Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and how they apply to campaigns.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Understands clients’ businesses, missions and key stakeholders.
• Leads research, planning and development of comprehensive Communications Marketing campaigns.
• Manages large projects and teams on multiple sizable accounts.
• Demonstrates writing excellence for internal and client materials and proposals.
• Tracks project financials and meets client revenue targets.
• Grows accounts by introducing Edelman capabilities to clients.
• Participates in professional networks to grow Edelman’s brand.
• Initiates new business opportunities and supports RFP responses.
• Displays strong presentation skills.
• Mentors and supports team members to develop abilities.

Skills

Strategic communications

Writing & editing

Client relations

Leadership

Asia-Pacific knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.

At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

As a Manager in the Technology Sector team at Edelman Singapore, you will play a key role in the team, working with some of the world’s largest and most influential technology brands. You will be a trusted day-to-day advisor to clients, developing a strong understanding of their businesses, communications priorities and the rapidly evolving technology landscape. You will lead the delivery of integrated communications programmes, from strategic planning and media engagement to executive positioning, thought leadership and campaigns, ensuring work is insightful, creative and delivers against our clients’ objectives.

What You'll Be Doing

• Understands clients’ businesses and their missions, as well as their key stakeholders: consumers, employees, investors, regulators, media, vendors, partners and other businesses/organizations, etc.
• Leads research, planning and development of comprehensive Communications Marketing campaigns
• Ability to manage large projects, as well as teams, on multiple sizable accounts
• Demonstrates writing excellence when crafting internal and client correspondence, communications plans, press materials, new business proposals, etc.
• Tracks and monitors project financials (e.g., budget vs. actual) and meets client revenue targets
• Grows account organically by introducing clients to relevant Edelman capabilities, including resources outside of group, to advance their business goals
• Grows network of industry clients and participates in relevant professional organizations and networking activities that will grow Edelman’s brand recognition and own reputation
• Initiates new business process, including identifying new business opportunities and helping lead the RFP response process
• Displays strong presentation skills
• Mentors, coaches and supports all team members and ensures self staff are developing abilities through Edelman Learning Institute and other trainings, including on-the-job training and mentoring

What Is Required Of You

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in Communications Marketing and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media or publishing
• Superior writing and verbal communications skills, specifically with the purpose of writing to persuade; demonstrated ability to effectively multitask, delegate and manage assignments and accurately evaluate others’ work
• Understanding of global technology sector trends, with a focus on Asia / South East Asia region and the ability to draw insights from this understanding to counsel clients
• Stays up to date with emerging technologies and trends and demonstrates understanding of how they integrate into Communications Marketing programs
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.