Client Executive

REPORTING TO: Client Manager/Senior Client Manager

STATUS: Permanent/Full-Time

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

A client-facing role, he/she will assist in managing and driving client relationships, provide strategic and tactical advice, and is responsible in implementation of the communications solutions. From writing and selling in press releases to media to running social media campaigns, the role will need to have an eye for detail and accuracy, feel comfortable multi-tasking, and be undaunted by shifting priorities.

Responsibilities:

Media & Influencer Engagement

  • Ability to develop and pitch story angles to media on behalf of clients
  • Develop an understanding of media and KOL landscape, including identifying new media / KOLS to outreach to on behalf of clients and actively cultivate relationships
  • Build understanding of news agenda and issues that might impact clients and share with the team
  • Cultivate writing abilities via pitch notes, simple media releases, and social copy
  • Ability to manage multiple influencers and other third-party vendors in alignment with communication strategies
  • Oversee management of inbound media requests and proactively influence and garner coverage
  • Conduct media monitoring on behalf of clients and provide timely and in-depth analysis of coverage results and trends
  • Craft & customize influencer pitches & social media content
  • Contribute ideas & brainstorm on media/ influencer strategies
  • Maintain media / KOL lists

Client Servicing

  • Begin anticipating client communication challenges & develop recommendations
  • Contribute to development & implementation of communication strategies
  • Execute tasks associated with projects; may lead certain aspects of project
  • Oversee client meetings, agendas & recaps
  • Begin to understand clients’ business model from a global perspective; understand key markets, global influencers and the impact on client/business narrative

New Business Development

  • Become familiar with WE capabilities across the agency including global region specialties in comparison to competitor agencies
  • Serve in a lead research role on organic growth new business efforts including sourcing and gathering audience, industry or competitor market data
  • Begin to develop and nurture network of peer contacts outside the agency

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Business in Marketing
  • At least 6 months of relevant working experience in PR agencies
  • Open to Fresh Graduate Applicants
  • Preferably having experienced a PR agency environment
  • Basic understanding of PR and earned media principles
  • Good grasp of all basic public relations tools and social media strategies
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc)
  • Self-motivated and self-starting personality
  • Enjoys diverse and multi-cultural working environment
  • Able to work both independently, as part of a team and with senior leaders
  • Ability to write and communicate well in English
  • Strong interest in the Corporate/ Tourism sector is a bonus

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected class status. Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications without their self-portrait, information on age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

If you are interested in this role and match the experience desired, please apply here.