Associate Director

2 days ago


Singapore Wachsman Full time

Associate Director (Strategic Communications)
Built for the digital and decentralized age, we drive the adoption of these new industries to accelerate a new future. We provide our clients with a unique blend of advisory services spanning strategic and communications consulting, reputation, issues, and risk management, and public policy and regulation. We enable them to establish and defend their industry position as they drive growth and navigate new challenges and opportunities.
Founded in 2015 with regional headquarters in New York, Dublin, and Singapore, Wachsman has established its position as a trusted advisor to some of the world's most innovative companies, advising on market entry, change management, product launches, mergers and acquisitions, corporate repositioning, fundraising, and regulatory compliance.
Born in the blockchain industry, Wachsman has grown to become a critical partner to a wide array of the world's most exciting companies, including those across fintech and digital payments, data protection, gaming, sustainability, and healthcare.
Our People
At Wachsman, we are driven by a desire to always be one step ahead of the curve. A career at Wachsman refines the fundamental skills needed for the future of communications. From diagnosing client issues to selecting the most impactful narrative, to putting your strategy into action, we provide the platform in which your skills will flourish. Learning from some of the best minds and practitioners in the industry, our people discover the craft needed to thrive in a variety of high-stakes situations, identifying the approaches that will make all the difference.
Wachsman is seeking an Associate Director for immediate hire at its Asia Headquarters in Singapore, reporting directly to the Managing Director.
The following is expected of the right candidate:
Technical mastery
Superb written and verbal communications skills
Mastery of editorial, social, and long-form content
Strong ability to develop compelling narratives, messaging, and talking points in fast-paced and high-pressure environments
Strong presenter with gravitas as well as influencing and co-creation skills
Eye for editorial precision
Strategy and advisory expertise
Ability to lead big pieces of strategic work, including but not limited to issues, risk, and crisis management
Litigation and investigations
ESG and sustainability
Corporate governance
Policy and regulatory affairs
Change management
Acts, and is seen as, a trusted senior adviser, building strong and deep client relationships at all levels of the client's organization
Does not think in PR or disciplinary silos; is able to deliver business solutions and not just communications plans
Is able to develop IP, frameworks, and bespoke consultancy products based on clients' business needs
Has strong listening and influencing skills and is able to challenge a brief drawing on evidence and experience
Can provide advice and lead teams effectively in providing counsel on risk and issues management
Culture and leadership
Develops and leads motivated, high-performing teams; provides strong team organization and direction
Is a contributor to a fearless and high-performing culture and is a guardian of maintaining high standards and excellence
Leads with a collaborative, collegiate style and goes out of their way to proactively build a deep understanding of other areas of expertise in order to act as a powerful ambassador for Wachsman to clients and prospects
Leads blended teams effectively and authoritatively with a one-team approach; builds a strong network and effective, respectful relationships with peers, both junior and senior colleagues across the business and with clients
Commercial acumen and growth
Drives growth from existing clients and through winning new business
Provides strong pitch leadership and develops winning approaches
Instigates new business lead generation and proactively thinks of new ways to take our offer into the market; encourages peers and teams to do likewise
Acts as an ambassador for the consultancy and can confidently represent all parts of the business and our breadth of expertise
As we operate in an agile environment you will have ample room to craft your own role and pursue a variety of initiatives, with plenty of opportunities to contribute and learn much beyond this job description. The Associate Director must be creative and enjoy working within an entrepreneurial environment that is mission-driven, results-driven, and team-oriented.
Qualifications:
Minimum 8 years of experience providing media relations and/or corporate affairs services including strategic counsel, financial and resource planning, issues/crisis management, and client management; at least 5 years of credentialed agency/consultancy experience is a plus
Knowledge of finance and/or disruptive technology is a plus
Excellent knowledge of media, political, and cultural landscape in Singapore and across Asia Pacific; international experience is a plus
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