The Social & PR division of Havas Singapore (Socialyse / Red Havas) is looking for an Account Manager / Senior Account Manager with at least 5-7 years of experience in integrated content and/or communications background (e.g. social media, public relations), preferably in an agency setting.
*Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*
Reporting to one of our Account Directors, you will be leading a team of consultants responsible for planning and executing integrated social media and PR/communications strategies for a range of client accounts.
Main responsibilities:
- Lead a team in developing and executing integrated PR/communications strategies for a range of client accounts across sectors and scope (i.e. earned, owned, and paid media).
- Responsible for tasks such as: campaign ideation; content development (social media content planning, press releases, thought-leadership articles); media pitching; crisis communications; community management; media monitoring and reporting; social listening; performance marketing; social media performance analysis, and more.
- Be at the forefront of relationships with key clients to establish mutual partnerships, and act as their brand guardian; understand their needs and business challenges to propose strategies that will help achieve their business goals.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of account operations.
- Support the Account Director in the management of client budgets, and financial invoicing relating to your accounts.
- Ad-hoc involvement in new business pitching.
Requirements for this role:
- Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, or other relevant disciplines; or relevant work experience.
- At least 5 years of experience with PR/communications and/or social media management for Account Managers, and at least 7 years for Senior Account Managers; prior agency experience will be a plus.
- Understand content application across all major social media networks (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.) and/or the local (earned) media scene.
Qualities we are looking for:
- Pro-active, responsible, accountable, and collaborative.
- Well-organised with great attention to detail, and focus on quality of results.
- Persuasive and effective communicator; possess strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation).
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Active learner and forward-thinker who excels at identifying evolving social media, content, and communication trends.
About Havas Singapore
Havas Singapore consists of an integrated network of business units – including Havas Media, Arena Media, Socialyse, Red Havas, and BLKJ Havas – all under one roof. Our philosophy is to work together seamlessly, building teams around our clients’ needs. We operate under one vision and mission, to make a meaningful difference to the brands, businesses, and lives of the people we work with. Collaboration is at the core of how we operate and life at Havas is about being Together to produce great work. Find out more at sg.havas.com.
Socialyse is the social media pure player of Havas Group. Socialyse provides a unique integrated and synchronised social media offering, including strategy, content, performance marketing, media and analytics. Through specialised talent and best-in-class technology, Socialyse is able to deliver strong tangible business results. With over 130 social media experts across more than 35 markets, we combine the agility of a startup and the strength of a powerful global network.
The Red Havas Merged Media agency model offers clients excellence across earned, social and experiential storytelling with content at our core—because our favourite type of thinking takes place at this intersection. Red Havas is part of the Global Havas PR Global Collective and has offices in Australia, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, United Kingdom, United States and Vietnam. At Red Havas, we know that the lines of contemporary communication aren’t just crossing, but merging. Our mission is to deliver the kind of incredible and effective Merged Media work that sets a new benchmark for each market we step foot in.
Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual's ability to perform their job.
