Snr Manager - Director, Strategic Planning

We’re looking for an Account Director to join our Technology team in Seoul. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing client accounts, developing and executing communication strategies, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Our team in Korea work with some of the largest international and local businesses and this is a great opportunity for someone wanting to get more experience working on large-scale global communications projects with global stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Media and Communications 

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans that align with clients’ business objectives 
• Deal with the crisis and major issue management 
• Develop and maintain relationships with key media contacts in the technology sector, including journalists, influencers, and industry analysts 
• Create and execute media relations strategies to secure positive media coverage for clients across various channels (print, online, broadcast). 
• Proactively pitch story ideas and news releases to media outlets, effectively positioning clients as industry thought leaders. 
• Monitor media coverage and provide timely reporting and analysis to clients. 

 

Client  

• Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for assigned client accounts 
• Keep client programs on schedule and ensure all deadliness are met
• Plan and implement programs; forecast and manage budgets, profitability and receivables for new and existing clients
• Proactively handle client problems quickly and adeptly
• Contribute to and promote business development by counselling clients
• Develop and deliver client presentations
• Generate new business from existing clients and new clients by developing programs, making credentials presentations, presenting program recommendations and pursuing new business leads 

Team Management 

• Train and motivate team members 
• Contribute to performance reviews 
• Create opportunities for team members to enhance growth with agency 
• Ensure account team members adhere to agency time reporting and financial guidelines 
• Involved in staffing of team including reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates and product of client 

Qualifications:

• Min 7 years of experience in PR account management, ideally working with clients in the Technology field 
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Knowledge of media relations and experience pitching to journalists
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills that bring your ideas to life through explanations that engage and excite internal and external audiences
• Flawless attention to detail with a proven ability to manage full project lifecycles from brief to delivery and measurement
• Enthusiasm for strategic planning, creative ideation, new business development and long-term client partnerships
• Understand the elements that make a story exciting, what brands are doing in the press and on social platforms, and what they should do next
• A team player who can collaborate with a range of people to devise the best approach to the work in hand and bring your team along with you throughout the journey
• Fluency in English and Korean is essential
• Proficiency in MS Office and PR software tools
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

 

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.

 

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글로벌 PR에이전시로 명성을 얻고 있는 웨버샌드윅 코리아에서 경력직 디자이너를 모집하고 있습니다. 저희와 함께 할 디자이너는 콘텐츠팀에서 일하게 되며, 각종 글로벌 브랜드의 디자인 업무를 통해 여러분의 능력을 펼칠 수 있는 기회를 가지게 됩니다. 다양한 크리에이티브 연관 경험과 재능을 발휘하고 싶으신 분들은 지금 바로 지원해 주시기 바랍니다. 

 

담당업무

· 소셜 콘텐츠 디자인 및 웹 서비스 디자인

· 카드뉴스 및 인포그래픽 디자인

· 캠페인, 프로모션 등 BX관련 업무 및 신규 프로젝트 참여 

 

자격요건

· 3년 이상 SNS 콘텐츠 또는 UI / UX 온라인 서비스 경험이 있는 분

· Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma 등 디자인 툴 사용에 능숙하신 분

· 디자인 컨셉을 빠르고 명확하게 도출해 내고, 본인의 디자인을 논리적으로 표현하실 수 있는 분

· 팀내외 원활한 협업 및 커뮤니케이션 능력을 갖추신 분

 

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Weber Shandwick Korea is seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about communications and excels in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our global and domestic healthcare and pharmaceutical clients in various communications-related projects.

As an Associate/Senior Associate you will be an integral contributor to our Healthcare team, working closely with well-known and highly reputable Communications consultants to support our globally known pharmaceutical and healthcare clients. Additionally, you will have access to a wealth of knowledge through other consultants across our global network.

What You Will Do:

• Work with clients to develop creative and innovative initiatives to support brand strategy, brand awareness, and PR;
• Develop and present relevant market research and analysis on client competitors, related industries, and current issues
• Support global healthcare companies’ entry into the Korean market by consulting clients on marketing strategies and client targets;
• Support Media Relations-related tasks, such as writing news releases, arranging interviews, and planning/managing press-related events.

What You Will Need:

• Fluent Korean (Ability to do business smoothly in Korean);
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience PR and Communications industry, ideally in an agency environment
• Knowledge of media and social media practices.

Preferred Experience:

• English Proficiency (our Healthcare team consultants currently utilise Korean on a day-to-day basis, but if you can bring English or other languages to the team, it is a huge plus for us!);
• Experience in the Healthcare Industry (Pharmaceutical / Medical / Medtech / Healthcare Communications & Marketing / Clinical Research / Pharmaceutical Sales / Cosmetics, etc.);
• Experience of research and insights

What We Look For:

• Highly motivated individuals with a passion for driving cultural change through Communications;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• A team-player attitude and ability to think creatively;
• Creative and innovative individuals with a natural sense of curiosity.

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.

#LI-YL1