PR Account Supervisor
Job Summary
Edelman Japan is seeking an experienced Account Supervisor to lead Brand and Corporate PR teams in a global, flexible environment. The role involves managing integrated communication campaigns, providing strategic counsel to diverse clients, and mentoring junior team members. You will drive brand value through trust-based communication and professional project management.
Responsibilities
- Manage integrated communications campaigns
- Oversee project financials and budgets
- Lead and mentor junior team members
- Drive new business development and RFP processes
Required Skills
- 2-7 years PR/Marketing experience
- Native Japanese & Business English
- Strategic communication planning
- Strong project management skills
Job Details
【Job Description】
- Understands clients’ businesses and their missions, as well as their key stakeholders: consumers, employees, investors, regulators, media, vendors, partners, and other businesses/organizations, etc.
- Manages research, planning, creative ideation, and development of comprehensive integrated communications campaigns with senior support.
- Ability to manage large projects, as well as junior teams, on multiple sizable accounts.
- Demonstrates writing excellence when crafting internal and client correspondence, communications plans, press materials, new business proposals, etc.
- Tracks and monitors project financials (e.g., budget vs. actual) and meet client revenue targets with senior guidance.
- Proven track record of engagement and work with traditional media, or relevant experience (journalism).
- Grows account organically by introducing clients to relevant Edelman capabilities, including resources outside of the group, to advance their business goals.
- Initiates new business process, including identifying new business opportunities and helping drive the RFP response process.
- Displays strong presentation skills.
- Mentors junior team members and ensures staff is developing abilities through Edelman Learning Institute and other training, including on-the-job training and mentoring.
【Job Requirements】
- At least 2-7 years of relevant experience in Marketing, Communications, and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media, or publishing.
- Superior writing and verbal communications skills, specifically to write to persuade; demonstrated ability to effectively multitask, delegate and manage assignments and accurately evaluate others’ work.
- Understanding of global sector trends, with a focus on Asia / Japan region and the ability to draw insights from this understanding to counsel clients.
- Stays up to date with emerging technologies and trends and demonstrates an understanding of how they integrate into integrated marketing programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university.
- English Level: Business Conversation Level (TOEIC 735-860)
- Japanese Level: Native Level