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Job description for Client Executive (Tech) at Edelman Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Edelman Singapore is seeking a Client Executive for its Technology practice. 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 working with consumer brands? If so, read on!
What you'll be doing:
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of the public relations & the broader communication industry and its basic principles
- Understand key client information, including business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers and competitors
- Develop earned media skills – including:
- Building relationships with media
- Proactively surface new storylines
- Drafting media briefing materials
- Building thoughtful media lists
- Outreach to media
- Write, edit and proofread materials including press releases, briefing books, coverage reports, pitch notes, fact sheets and client correspondence
- Demonstrate knowledge of social media tools and channels
- Help supervise and educate interns
- Participate in new business process, including research and proposal preparation
- Commit to continuous learning through Edelman Learning Institute and other training opportunities
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and our Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
Qualifications:
You should have a degree/diploma in a relevant field, proficiency with Microsoft Office, excellent organization skills, and the ability to adapt to change and meet deadlines. You must have a strong work ethic and dedication to consistently provide quality work. Previous internship experience is preferred. The ideal candidate should have:
- Good interpersonal and excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to work effectively with a variety of client service staff within a specific set of accounts
- A basic understanding of media and analyst relations and how to use social media in communications
- Willingness to jump in and support the team
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic research skills and project management skills
- Eagerness to learn and be part of and contribute to a strong, high-performing team
- Knowledge and interest in technology topics is a plus, but B2B will win the day.
About Us
Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm that partners with many of the world's largest and emerging businesses and organizations, helping them evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Among its many honors, the firm was awarded the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR, named one of 2018 "Agencies to Watch" by Advertising Age and "Global Agency of the Year" by both the Homes Report and PRWeek, and cited five times by Glassdoor as one of the "Best Places to Work." Edelman owns specialty firms Edelman Intelligence (research) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, lifestyle).
Edelman is an equal opportunity employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.