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At SEC Newgate, our people are at the heart of our success. We strive to create an environment that stimulates and rewards, where staff are supported to contribute ideas and embrace opportunities to achieve their personal goals. We look for people who are curious, self-motivated and collaborative.

The opportunity:

Our Singapore team is looking for an Executive for our corporate communications and financial/capital markets communications practices. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with an experienced team that provides strategic communications advice and support for high-profile clients and projects.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development of client communications strategies including stakeholder research, message development and engagement strategies
• Drafting media releases, speeches, scripts and other stakeholder communications materials
• Developing and maintaining stakeholder lists
• Conducting desktop and issues-based research
• Conducting media monitoring and analysis
• Providing logistics support for client work
• Developing and maintaining our marketing documents

Traits we typically look for include:

• Collaborative and adaptable: you should have a can-do attitude and great interpersonal skills, as well as a willingness to learn and to provide and receive feedback
• Curious and proactive: you should be interested in current affairs, finance, business and the media
• Conscientious: you should be able to deliver high-quality work within specific deadlines
• Calm and dedicated: you should be able to work well under pressure and balance multiple deadlines for clients

Your practical skills and experience should include:

• A relevant degree or diploma
• Relevant internship experience for graduating students or up to three years of relevant work experience, preferably in communications, finance or media (a genuine interest in communications is a must)
• Strong writing capabilities across a variety of channels and audiences
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to absorb complex information and turn it into clear and concise content
• Strong organisation skills, including attention to detail and time management
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and listening skills

About us:

We’re a global strategic communications consultancy helping our clients tell their stories clearly, convincingly and consistently. We build and protect brands, reputations and businesses using a combination of strategic communications, advocacy and research.

We seek to create positive change and outcomes for our clients, and pride ourselves on global excellence and local expertise. We’re over 1,400 people in over 60 offices across 5 continents and are ranked the 21st largest global communications group.

Our Singapore team specialises in corporate communications, financial/capital markets communications and public affairs, and has a depth of experience in the financial and professional services, and real estate sectors. We work on important projects and issues that matter and make a material difference for our clients, their stakeholders and their communities, while providing each member of our team with a stimulating and motivating environment to grow and contribute.

Mergermarket has ranked us as one of the top M&A communications advisors in the Asia-Pacific region, and our Singapore consultants have advised on many of the largest and most important transactions here since the year 2000. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, and on our long-term client relationships – many of which began over 15 to 20 years ago.

We’re also committed to building and maintaining a collegiate work culture, focused on teamwork, respect and integrity. We aim to create an inclusive, collaborative and fun workplace, where everyone’s perspectives and skills are valued. We support flexible working arrangements, so that everyone can focus on what’s needed to deliver exceptional client outcomes whilst balancing personal needs and preferences.

Next steps:

If the above appeals to you, connect with us at careers@secnewgate.sg, clearly demonstrating why you feel you’re suitable for this role. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We’re waiting to hear from you.