Communications Director
Paradigm Consulting
Central, Hong Kong / United Kingdom
Job description
Paradigm Consulting is looking for a Communications Director to join our team based in Hong Kong. We want to speak to senior communications professionals with a solid background in client management, advisory, planning, execution, and delivery as well as a natural curiosity for learning and problem solving.
Overview
This individual is expected to support some of our major clients on a day-to-day basis with Chinese and English language content production, media relations and strategic advice. The role involves providing high quality output and advice, as well as being prepared to represent Paradigm Consulting to clients and the wider market. The incumbent is expected to take a leadership position within the company.
Key responsibilities
Lead major accounts and be available as a day-to-day contact person for designated clients
Actively advocate on behalf of Paradigm Consulting to the wider market. Identify tie-ups, collaborations or new avenues for development
Work alongside the co-founders and the top team to grow Paradigm Consulting by maintaining the existing clients and growing new revenue streams
Actively participate as a member of the management team in conversations about the future direction of the firm and the various strategic directions and options that it might take
Manage junior members of the team in terms of development and coaching as appropriate
Active engagement and responsibility for end-to-end delivery of wide-ranging communications projects across all clients
Requirements
Relevant work experience 12+ years required with agency and in-house preferred
Experience in strategic planning, developing a client network, along with team and client relationship management
Strong writing and content production skills. High proficiency in English essential.
Experience in developing thought leadership and/or stakeholder engagement programmes from idea generation to implementation and measuring impacts
Entrepreneurial and wanting to work in a growing company and the dynamics that brings
Experience in local and/ or international media relations, as well as reputation and crisis comms management
Less experienced candidates will be considered as Senior Consultants or Assistant Directors