Job Description

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 r 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 Who We Are Looking For You are highly energetic, ambitious, passionate, and thrives in a fast-paced working environment. You are an accomplished multitasker and calm in the face of the unexpected. You are hungry for success, have a can-do' attitude, innovative in the work you produce, creative in your ways of thinking and collaborative in your ways of working. If you are a people person , and have a sense of humour, we want to talk to you! Key Responsibilities Day-to-day client management to build strong client relationships, confidence and trust Lead/manage multiple integrated communications programs and be seen as a strategic leader by clients Contribute to the development of strategy and tactics plans as well as cross-community implementation activities for marketing communications and PR plans for client brands and projects Produce and lead production high quality, client-ready work, including but not limited to project strategies and plans, communications proposals, media and influencer engagement tactics, press releases, backgrounders, feature articles, reports, digital and social media content, etc. Keep apprised of clients' brands/products/services/marketing and industry developments - their key issues, competitive situation and industry trends Successfully manage client expectations by ensuring adherence to timelines, budget and quality standards Facilitate cross functional team integration by working closely with team members a variety of functional groups - client experience, creative, data & analytics, planning etc. Manage the development of new business proposals and presentations Lead client meetings Mentor and train junior team members Education and Experience Requirements Open to cross practice/ industry work with keen interest in travel and sports marketing Passion for the gaming industry is a bonus 6 to 7 years of experience working in an agency environment Seasoned media relations skills Good writer and communicator Strategic thinking and planning skills with the ability to solve business problems through innovative communications solutions Experience in managing integrated communications campaigns and interest in pushing the boundaries in the art of communications Proven project management experience, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high quality work that meet client objectives Experience in managing a team and a good team player Experience in regional account management is 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.