Account Executive (Consumer)

Who We Are:

Omnicom Public Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top global public relations agencies worldwide and specialist agencies in areas including public affairs, marketing to women, fashion, global health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses more than 6,000 public relations professionals in more than 330 offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies, government agencies, NGOs and non-profits across a wide range of industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. that includes more than 200 companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship management, events, promotional marketing, branding and research.

As a talent-centric workplace, we recognize that we’re only as good as our people. And our people are outstanding. Every day, we strive to attract, retain and grow the very best talent in the industry, and bring their passion, creativity and smarts to bear for our clients.

The Opportunity

The OPRG Singapore office has an opportunity for an Account Executive to join our Consumer team. In this dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to build and maintain relationships with top Singapore clients and well-known brands, work closely with the media and influencers, and put your writing, client management and relationship building skills to use. You will have a passion for the lifestyle sector, stay close to industry trends and have a desire to learn and grow.

What you’ll receive:

A progressive environment to propel your career in integrated communications to a new level:

· Be a vital part of an international network of top industry professionals and have direct access to key regional leadership in the Singapore office and across our global network.

· A strong coaching and collaboration culture.

· A highly committed, intelligent, and driven team.

· Endless training and professional development opportunities to build your passion for innovation and creative thinking, relentless drive to deliver tangible business results through a combination of technology, data analytics, social media, and communications.

· Career progression as you perform at the highest levels.

· Competitive remuneration and attractive benefits.

What you’ll do:

· Develop and implement compelling both B2C brand communication and public relations programs.

· Ensure that clients’ strategic objectives are met.

· Develop and edit high quality written materials, including media correspondence, press releases and spokesperson comments.

· Project Management; manage projects by setting priorities and maintaining deadlines.

· Build relationships with regional and national media.

· Coordinate regional projects with other offices in Asia.

· Work effectively in a team and mentor juniors.

· Learn and support on budget planning.

What you’ll need:

· 1 year of experience in an agency environment working on consumer communications or related experience, in a full time role or internship.

· An interest in the lifestyle sector, particularly F&B, luxury, retail, or beauty.

· Excellent client service skills, strong organizational skills, and creativity in problem-solving.

· Superb writing skills; experience drafting client and press materials.

· Seasoned media relations skills; Experience working with regional and national media.

· Ability to communicate clearly and focus on results, positive and professional disposition in every situation.

· Meticulous attention to detail, a positive attitude and sense of ownership.

· The ability to manage your time effectively, stick to deadlines and prioritise your workload.

· A point of view, and a proven ability to propose solutions and present ideas in a persuasive and compelling manner.

About us:

OPRG Singapore is a strengths-first organization that believes our employees operate at their best when they can nourish their lives with meaningful activities both in and out of the workplace. In addition to basic salary, our staff enjoys a discretionary bonus, medical/dental coverage including critical illness cover, and free access to a trained psychologist/counselor through our Employee Assistance Program.

Our leadership team has designed and codified thoughtful work/life programs to ensure our staffs have the opportunity to find balance while thriving with OPRG. Our formal work-life harmony guidelines outline our commitment to your personal time. Leave programs include, annual leave, birthday leave, and Family Care leave (so staff can be with loved ones when it's most critical - and it includes pets!).

Our learning and development programming includes a mentorship program, Strengths-training and various leadership trainings offered both locally and from our regional network (Emerging Manager, Leadership, Resilience workshops) as well as a host of local skills-based trainings to help you develop writing, presenting, and other areas in your specific functional expertise.