Account Director (Public Relations - Technology, Consumer)

 

OVERVIEW

Weber Shandwick is one of the world’s leading global communications and marketing solutions firms with offices in 79 cities and a network extending to 120 cities on 6 continents. In the Asia Pacific region we have 15 owned with affiliates and representative firms in other locales – spanning Greater China, Japan and Korea, India and Southeast Asia. Our heritage in Asia Pacific stretches back more than 60 years.

 

Weber Shandwick was named Asia-Pacific PR Consultancy of the Year 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020 by PR Awards Asia, the ICCO Regional Network of the Year Asia Pacific in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2019, Asia-Pacific Consultancy of the Year 2017 and 2019 by Provoke and Regional Network of the Year in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2018 by Public Affairs Asia. We were also named PRWeek Purpose Awards Agency of the Year 2020 and 2021, Global PR Agency of the Decade at the 2020 Global Sabre Awards by Provoke Media

 

Our Values:

CURIOSITY – We cultivate curiosity and challenge convention. Because solving any problem begins by asking the right questions

INCLUSION – We foster teams and environments built on belonging and openness to possibility. Because the best ideas have no bias

COURAGE – We stand up for what we believe in. Because being comfortable with the uncomfortable is how progress is made

IMPACT – We strive to make a meaningful difference in everything we do. Because we owe it to our people, or clients and the world

 

About the opportunity:

Fancy yourself a future-forward, integrated marketing and communications professional? You are a social media native and thrive on conceptualising impactful campaigns?

Then this role is for you!

Weber Shandwick is looking for an Associate/ Senior Associate with integrated marketing and communications experience. In this role you would manage teams that represent our partners who are some of the largest, most influential organisations in the world.

You will play an important role ideating and executing impactful programmes for a leading luxury brand.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support account lead to manage client relationships on a day-to-day basis and implement local and regional communication strategies and program activities in conjunction with team members
• Contribute to the development of client tactical plans and cross-community implementation activities
• Effectively develop impactful social media advertising campaigns, execute and optimise the advertisements to achieve the KPIs set for our client partners
• Facilitate cross functional teams’ integration
• Organize and distill client briefs and requests into internal briefs for creative teams and other partners.
• Execute social networking, media campaigns and blogger outreach
• Proactively generate new ideas and opportunities to ensure client program success
• Anticipate and proactively offer solutions to senior team leadership on executional issues specific to assigned programs

 

PERSON PROFILE

• Minimum 1-3 years of related working experience
• Experience working in an agency environment is an added advantage
• Strategic thinking and planning skills with the ability to translate client needs into project plans
• Proven project management experience
• Strong communication skills with the ability effectively build internal and external relationships
• Collaborative
• Business acumen
• Negotiation and persuasion skills
• Team leadership experience would be beneficial
• Prior experience working with luxury and/or automotive brands will be an advantage

 

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.

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Are you ready to take your passion for healthcare communications to new heights? Weber Shandwick Singapore is seeking a vibrant and creative Senior Manager to join our Healthcare team. We’re not your average company, and this is not your average opportunity!

Picture yourself in a role where you’ll be the driving force behind groundbreaking campaigns that make a real impact on people’s lives. From NGOs to top-notch health and wellness clients, you’ll work with a diverse range of partners, gaining exposure that will propel your career to exciting new heights.

Say goodbye to monotony, and hello to a captivating portfolio of assignments! Your work will span everything from digital health campaigns to captivating consumer education initiatives. You’ll be involved in medical conferences and education, and even play a part in shaping scientific communications. Oh, and did we mention our awesome involvement in social work?

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Manager, your mission will be to bring magic to the development and delivery of cutting-edge medical education and communications projects. From overseeing the development and delivery of a broad range of medical education and communications projects and events to leading a full range of activities, including managing event logistics and production, faculty identification and management, and delivering educational materials and publications, you’ll have a hand in it all. Your passion for innovation will shine through as you spearhead both small and large-scale events, making a real difference from start to finish.

What makes you the perfect fit for this role? Well, if you’ve got a degree under your belt and at least 7 years of experience in medical education and healthcare communications, you’re off to a flying start! Agency experience is a huge plus, and if you come with a scientific background, consider yourself our superstar!

PERSON PROFILE

• Scientific/Medical/Health-related Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• Scientific medical background desirable, with 7+ years related professional experience, comfortable with the scientific nature of our work.
• Ability to successfully present program recommendations, and establish relationships with senior clients as a trusted advisor
• Possesses superb execution and management skills: specifically, the ability to allocate resources effectively, structure teams and deliver programs with excellence.
• Has experienced in managing and grooming junior staff, advising senior clients and being responsible for delivery of programs on time, and on budget with superior results
• Has a deep background and proven ability to create and manage large events and communications projects

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.

#LI-SS1

 

 

 

Are you ready to transform healthcare communications into a seductive, powerful force for change? Join us and ignite a revolution in healthcare public relations while collaborating with renowned industry players. Work closely with healthcare professionals, leveraging your knowledge to develop innovative engagement campaigns for prestigious clients ranging from pharmaceutical companies to hospitals and health systems. Apply now and embark on a thrilling journey that will leave a lasting impact on patients’ lives.

What We’re Looking For:

As a Senior Associate, you’ll bring your healthcare/medical/scientific expertise to develop engaging campaigns for top healthcare clients. You’ll be a key client contact, guiding and collaborating with junior team members.

Responsibilities include implementing programs, contributing to client plans, and creating captivating content such as medical/scientific communications, white papers, and social media posts.

You’ll proactively generate ideas for program success, provide timely updates, and ensure campaigns meet objectives. Financial management, client relationship-building, and fostering growth are integral parts of the role.

We’re looking for a strong team player with excellent writing and communication skills, minimum Bachelor’s degree with 3-4 years’ experience in public relations and communications at an agency or in a corporate in-house role. A background in medical/scientific/healthcare communications is required.

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Recruiting Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.

#LI-SS1