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APCO Worldwide, an award winning global strategic communications and public affairs consultancy, has a great opportunity to join our Hong Kong office as a Consultant. This role will provide the right candidate a chance to work closely with a talented and well-regarded team of communications experts and contribute to the success of the firm.

The Consultant will be involved with day-to-day support of client projects by coordinating media relations initiatives, drafting materials, conducting and analyzing research on a variety of client related issues and facilitating business development. The Consultant is responsible for coordinating client meetings and events, and working on client deliverables under the supervision of project managers. The Consultant is expected to demonstrate strong tactical abilities, understand writing style fundamentals and have strong written and oral communication skills. The Consultant will interface with all levels of staff and will have contact with clients regarding project issues.

We work on interesting and relevant issues for some of the leading international firms, providing innovative counsel and advice on issues impacting their business. APCO’s clients include health care MNCs, prominent consumer brands, automotive, education and business-to-business companies, energy and renewable energy companies, non-government organizations, foundations and the government. These clients usually appoint APCO to support their strategic communication, public affairs and government relations needs.

As an employer, APCO emphasizes professional development. So we anticipate the Consultant will participate in training and other programs available to them at APCO, and take full advantage of the opportunities afforded them in order to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of others at APCO.

APCO's key performance factors for excellence in each position:
? Client service/client relationships
? Communication
? Project management/delivering target business results
? Critical thinking
? Teamwork
Primary Responsibilities: The following are examples of the type of work this position would perform on a regular basis.
? Be a project lead on client work, independently handling day-to-day client calls, media relations, project budgets, offer strategic counsel, and developing press releases, executive briefing books, and key messages.
? Prepare customized credential packages for prospective clients.
? Draft complete proposals for client work.
? Participate actively in internal brainstorms and client meetings, offering knowledgeable observations and suggestions.
? Maintain email/telephone contacts with clients as needed, without requiring a supervisor to intervene on routine matters.
? Identify ways for expanding client engagement and present ideas to senior staff members.
? Guide junior staff on tactical activities.
? Proactively identify external meetings and trainings to attend to build sector knowledge and contacts.
? Help team members/peers when necessary, even if outside of one's own role.
? Develop understanding of client issues through research and monitoring of relevant issues.
? Meet or exceed assigned utilization targets.
Qualifications and Requirements:
? BA or BS preferred in communication, marketing, media or business related fields
? 4-6 years related work experience, including media relations (previous journalism experience preferred)
? Demonstrated communication and project management skills
? Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize project work
? Experience in leading projects and/or leading other individuals like interns or junior staff
? Professional and confident demeanor
? Understanding of the business and media environment throughout Greater China
? Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as to work independently
? Positive, flexible and proactive attitude that will lend itself to client service
? Excellent English and Cantonese skills
? Familiar with Microsoft office software

Founded in 1984, APCO Worldwide is an independent global communication, stakeholder engagement and business strategy firm with offices in more than 30 major cities throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. A truly integrated company, APCO colleagues collaborate across borders every day to provide clients with the strategic guidance in government relations, strategic communications, corporate advisory or digital strategy to take the right business decision and to protect their reputation, anywhere in the world.

APCO Worldwide has been in China since 1989, and has offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. In China, we provide a full range of integrated services across multiple industries with a focus on ICT, healthcare, food & consumer products, financial services, energy and chemicals. Our clients include large multinational companies, trade associations, governments and non-profit organizations. As an employer, APCO emphasizes talent development. APCO encourages employees to take full advantage of the opportunities afforded to them and to share knowledge and expertise with their peers.

Website: http://www.apcoworldwide.com