Public Relations Manager (PR Manager) - Innovative Company

What you’ll get from working at Magic Compass:

• Competitive compensation and benefits plus discretionary performance bonus
• Comprehensive Medical insurance coverage
• Five-days work
• Birthday Leave
• Convenient working locations
• International exposure in your career and building a global interpersonal network

Job Description: 

We are seeking a Public Relations Manager who will be responsible for developing and implementing our public relations strategies to cultivate our relations with media, engage with stakeholders, and build a positive image of our company. The Public Relations Manager will manage all aspects of our public image and communications, from planning to execution, ensuring consistency with our brand’s values and goals.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop, implement, and monitor public relations strategies and campaigns to enhance the company's presence and reputation.
• Handle all aspects of media relations, including but not limited to writing press releases, pitching stories to media, and managing media inquiries and interviews.
• Organize and manage events such as press conferences, open days, exhibitions, tours, and visits.
• Prepare and oversee the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mail leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, films, and multimedia programs.
• Liaise with and answer enquiries from media, individuals, and other organizations, often via telephone and email.
• Monitor public and media opinion about the company or important issues; and develop strategies to address any concerns or negative perceptions.
• Work closely with marketing teams to ensure consistency in promotional campaigns and messages.
• Prepare and supervise the production of annual reports, and write and edit in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles, and annual reports.
• Advise company executives on communication strategies for various scenarios or crises.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned by the Management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications.
• Strong network of media contacts in Singapore and preferably also at an international level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism.
• Proficient in digital communication platforms and social media.
• Knowledge of the local media landscape and sensitivity to cultural nuances.
• Previous work experience with Finance/ IT/ Media/ Public Relations Company background industry is preferred;
• Immediate availability is preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidence and be used only for consideration of your application for relevant/similar posts within the Magic Compass.

Applicants not hearing from us within 6 weeks from the date of advertisement may consider their applications unsuccessful. All personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed within 12 months from the date of application.