Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.
The Role
You will be the business-minded steward of our client relationship and is entrusted and empowered to ensure both the clients and agency's business objectives are met. You will effectively identify and anticipate business problems and help clients solve them through applying deep industry and tactical knowledge
Key Roles And Responsibilities
- You will have the ability to create programs considering a variety of platforms, channels, and audiences.
- Maintains understanding of the clients businesses, priorities, pain points and competitive landscape.
- Stays knowledgeable about markets, sectors and channels in which clients operate; uses internal/external resources to address knowledge gaps for self and team.
- Anticipates what's next; helps clients get ahead of issues and capitalize on new opportunities and understands clients mindset, challenges (personal, professional, internal and external) and barriers to success; takes appropriate action .
- Demonstrates empathy for clients understands clients mindset, challenges (personal, professional, internal, and external) and barriers to success; takes appropriate action.
- Balances the needs of the client and the needs of the firm
Knowledge & Skills
- At least 10 years of relevant experience in Communications Marketing and/or related fields, including research, management consulting, media or publishing .
- Strong communication active listening and ability to persuade and negotiate.
- Excellent English writing skills ability to draft and edit B2B material including white papers and opinion editorials .
- Understands industry specialty areas, including investments, ESG and climate change .
- Confidence in presenting ideas and providing counsel to internal and external audiences .
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills .
- High emotional intelligence and sound judgment
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client priorities and effectively lead a team .
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- An opportunity to shape your future and work with some of the smartest and most energetic people in the PR industry, who will nurture, challenge and enable you.
- Big potential for personal growth, training, and further development of skills
- A dynamic, collaborative and inclusive culture, where diversity is embraced and you are celebrated and appreciated for who you are.
- A huge variety of virtual learning and development resources to support your personal and professional growth.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
