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 six continents. In the Asia-Pacific region, we have 17 owned offices with affiliates and representative firms in other locales, spanning Greater China, Japan, Korea, India, and Southeast Asia. Our heritage in Asia and the 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, and 2018 by Public Affairs Asia.
We were also named PRWeek Purpose Awards Agency of the Year 2020 and 2021 and Global PR Agency of the Decade at the 2020 Global Sabre Awards by Provoke Media. Recent accolades include Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators (2023), Most awarded PR agency at Cannes (2023), The Gold Standard Award for Regional Network of the Year, Asia Pacific (2023) and Global Agency of the Year at the 2023 Global SABRE Awards.
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. We owe it to our people, our clients and the world
About the opportunity:
The Weber Shandwick Office is currently seeking a manager for its healthcare practice.
Job Summary:
- Developing and implementing integrated communications strategies tailored to Singapore, Hong Kong, and Indonesia (Singapore market understanding is critical)
- A strong understanding of the local media landscape (traditional and new), cultural nuances, and communication trends
- Experience managing integrated campaigns and consumer-led campaigns in wellness, healthcare, pharma, and consumer wearables. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
- Agency work experience in Singapore market will be an advantage
Responsibilities:
- Develop culturally relevant content, including articles and social media posts, aligned with the target audience.
- Collaborate with local influencers, experts, and content creators within healthcare and pharmaceutical guidelines and regulations.
- Gather intelligence, insights, local trends, news, and events for timely and relevant content for media campaigns.
- Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
- Storytelling support includes media engagement and the development of news hooks and newsjacking opportunities.
- Coordinate and execute public relations activities, events, and media partnerships within the local market.
- Work closely with local industry associations, chambers, and marketing teams to gather insights, events, partnerships, and possibilities.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital media trends and insights in healthcare and pharmaceutical industries
- Oversight of accounting and financial operations
Education:
A bachelor's degree is required. An advanced degree in science or business is preferred.
Professional Skills and Experience:
- 4 to 5 years of relevant job experience, including team management, interdisciplinary team involvement, marketing, and/or communications, is required.
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and strong presentation skills are required.
What We Are Looking For
- Can mobilize and motivate teams
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent oral and written business communication skills
- Aptitude for financial analysis
- Can complete challenging projects within set parameters
- Commitment and dedication to the agency’s success as well as individual career
- Can anticipate client and team needs
- Attention to detail and quality
- Instills confidence with clients and colleagues
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.
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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.
