Public Relations Manager, Singapore

Saxo Bank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a Communications & PR specialist to elevate brand awareness through storytelling and media engagement. This role involves driving local PR initiatives, supporting major launches, and collaborating with global teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong writing skills and a background in communications, preferably within the financial sector, with a proactive and creative approach.

Benefits

Growth-embracing culture

Dynamic and ambitious work environment

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 2-3 years relevant experience in Communications and PR.
• Experience managing PR agencies is a plus.
• Understanding or interest in financial markets.
• Understanding or interest in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Drive holistic storytelling and brand building.
• Support global communications team on various projects.
• Lead local PR activities and manage media requests.
• Develop high impact PR initiatives and content.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Media relations

Analytical skills

Creative thinking

Networking

Communication

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in PR, Communication or Marketing

Job description

This role will be part of Saxo’s exciting journey to bring our story and our offerings to more investors in Singapore. At Saxo ultimately everything we do as a company is focused on getting curious people to invest in the world by giving our clients more ways to make more of their money. You will, through strategic and creative storytelling, help further elevate our brand awareness in Singapore, strengthening Saxo’s association with trading, investing and digital wealth management solutions.

In this role based out of our APAC hub in Singapore, you will be reporting directly to the Head of Marketing & Communications, Singapore with matrix reporting to Global Head of Communications & Earned Media (based in Copenhagen our HQ), and working closely with all local departments, in particular marketing, to drive holistic storytelling and brand building for us. Besides supporting major launches and key events, you will be responsible for ensuring Saxo is well‑positioned in the media and our market comments as well as spokespeople are being featured regularly in key media titles.

Responsibilities

• You are passionate about storytelling, and proactive in seeking out media opportunities and proposing ideas to support and drive local storytelling
• You will work closely with HQ Comms team to localise global PR strategy, and also support the global communications team on projects and tasks that support corporate communication and PR efforts (e.g. writing, proofreading, etc.)
• Design high impact PR and thought leadership initiatives and deliver strong results to support our storytelling and brand building in Singapore
• Lead the implementation of all local PR activities, including but not limited to on‑site support for events involving media, proactive media pitching, managing inbound media requests, and ensuring consistency in coverage reporting
• You are a self‑starter with discipline and motivation to drive timely outcomes with impactful work in a complex global organisation
• You are a strong writer who can write anything from an interesting media pitch note and byline articles to LinkedIn post copy for spokespeople
• You enjoy networking with colleagues and reporters, and can navigate well across a diverse range of stakeholders in the organisation
• You have a can‑do spirit, growth mindset, and an open, curious and collaborative attitude
• As a member of the local team, you will also drive local engagement on internal communications channels and initiatives and contribute towards building a positive culture in the office by embracing Saxo’s guiding principles.
• Possess an understanding of SEO and GEO and demonstrates the ability to pitch stories and narratives that best appeal to these algorithms.
• Opportunity to expand remit of role across the region in both APAC and MENA.

Competence Requirement

• Bachelors’ degree or above, majors in PR, Communication or Marketing preferred but open to other related fields that demand strong writing and analytical skills (e.g. humanities, social sciences, legal, etc.)
• At least 2-3 years relevant experience in Communications and PR, in agency or in‑house, or in a newsroom as a reporter or content writer, in Singapore market.
• Has experience managing PR agencies. Bonus if have experience in the region or across Asia.
• Used to working with a global team across timezones.
• An understanding or interest in financial markets.
• Excellent command of verbal and written English
• Have strong media relations, especially with tier one media in Singapore, have a healthy interest in news and what makes news, and a good understanding of general media, and consume information from a broad range of sources
• Always looking round the corner and bringing insights and new ideas to the table
• Financial markets understanding is a big plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Creative and resourceful
• Energetic person who can work independently, think out of the box and take accountability
• Comfortable with collaboration and reaching across teams and functional borders and serve as a liaison when needed

We offer

• The chance to join a truly growth‑embracing culture, which will commit to helping you grow personally and professionally
• An opportunity to work as part of a dynamic, very ambitious and, at the same time, informal and pleasant working environment

We get curious people invested in the world

When you work at Saxo, you become a Saxonian and part of a purpose‑driven organisation, where good ideas are always taken seriously, and where you can make a true impact. We are invested in your development, and you can expect a robust career from day one when you join Saxo – no matter which role you take on.

You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 15 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long‑term success.

We encourage an open feedback culture and supportive team environments enabling employees to grow and fulfil their career aspirations.

When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense.

At Saxo we don’t just offer a job – we offer an opportunity to invest in your future!

How to apply

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