Malaysia

General Manager

Our client is one of the world’s largest independent global communications and creative agencies with dual headquarters in the U.S. and China. Founded over 6 decades ago, they serve the global and local communication needs of over 250 corporations, governments, non-profit organizations and startups. The agency is organized around four strategic pillars that reflect its core areas of expertise: Health & Wellness, Corporate Reputation & Transformation, Technology & Innovation, and Consumer Connections

As part of their ambitious growth plans, they are currently looking to hire a lead for their Malaysia office.

Please contact Priya Bala or email your CV directly in word format with job reference no. JO0000005551 to MalaysiaCareers@theedgepartnership.com

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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Key responsibilities

Be the face and brand of the agency in Malaysia; grow the network and market the brand to existing and new potential clients
Maintain and grow the pipeline of new business
Provide exemplary senior counsel to clients; grow and nurture client relationships
Lead, mentor and motivate teams
Win new business and ensure extraordinary work for clients
Provide support to other offices and practices, as needed
Serve as a member of SEA senior management team
Take on senior management responsibilities that support rebuild and scaling of the Malaysia office
Full ownership of the P&L

Role requirements

Outstanding English verbal and written communication skills – a strong writer and editor. Would be a huge plus if able to speak, read and write in Bahasa Malaysia
Strong leadership, mentoring skills and team-building ability
Create a productive work environment for employees
Ability to handle multiple assignments/projects
Strong presentation skills
Strong understanding in social media and the integration of digital marketing into the PR ecosystem
Understand how and when to delegate tasks and clients to team members
Understand and practice financial management techniques (cost savings and profit growth)
Demonstrate client relations and strategic thinking
A track record of retention and the profitable growth of existing accounts
An excellent problem-solver and decision-maker
Identify and leverage opportunities for growth
Dedicated to providing the best in client service
Previous PR and Digital agency management experience
Demonstrated ability to prospect and win new business
Demonstrate an expert understanding of the PR and Digital PR craft and clients’ business.

Malaysia

General Manager

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