Senior Client Executive

DJE Holdings; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Client Executive to manage client accounts and contribute to communication strategies. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience, is skilled in media relations, and possesses strong writing abilities. The role involves collaboration with diverse teams and mentoring junior members, offering an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment focused on client success.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced and dynamic client or agency role.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of brands and the business environment in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region.
• Enjoys working in a team & passionate about pursuing a career in communications.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of key client information and business strategy.
• Assist in the creation of communication plans to meet client objectives.
• Lead client correspondence on daily matters.
• Coordinate with integrated teams across various disciplines.
• Manage media lists and media relations.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Media relations

Communication plans

Team collaboration

Client relationship management

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.

Edelman Singapore is seeking a Senior Client Executive with experience in Marketing and Consumer Communications. Are you a dynamic, great communicator who enjoys media relations, engaging influencers and crafting thought leadership? Do you thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment? If so, read on!

What you\'ll be doing

• Demonstrate understanding of key client information, including general business strategy, Business, and Global trends, and issues that impact products/services, key opinion leaders, customers, and competitors.
• Assist in the creation of communication plans to meet client objectives.
• Assist multiple projects for multiple clients from concept to completion by anticipating challenges, trouble-shooting problems, proposing solutions, offering client counsel, overseeing quality, and ensuring deadlines.
• Lead client correspondence on daily/ routine matters (i.e. daily updates, activity reports, etc.)
• Strong writing skills and comfortable with delivering high-quality internal and external content.
• Demonstrate an understanding of varied writing styles depending on the channel, platform, and audience.
• Good media relationships with Singapore media and regional media based in Singapore. Regional media experience is a plus.
• Coordinate and work closely with the integrated teams across creative, digital, performance, and data/ analytics and Edelman partners/ vendors.
• Demonstrate a decent understanding of measurement and insights to track client programs and report on key learnings.
• Keep an eye out for potential new business opportunities while fostering deep client relationships.
• Manage media lists, handle media relations, and provide support for events & new business opportunities.
• Guide and mentor junior team members including graduate Trainees and interns.

What is required of you

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced and dynamic client or agency role.
• Excellent knowledge and experience of brands and the business environment in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Enjoys working in a team & passionate about pursuing a career in communications.

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.