Planner

Singapore - Singapore

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are a global engagement marketing agency that creates human-centric touchpoints that unleash the power of people to deliver innovation and growth.
Firm believers in the power of building community since 1987 we are helping brands associations and not-for-profit organisations solve their key people challenges through our core expertise: Live & virtual events Strategic & digital communications and Consulting & community solutions.
We are an independently owned agency headquartered in Geneva Switzerland with a global presence of 60 offices in 31 countries.

THE OBJECTIVE

Drive the overall strategic direction and develop interesting and effective recommendations for marketing and engagement campaigns informed by research and data.

THE WORK

The Planner will work closely with the Solutions department across other functions and clients on new business proposals and the execution of awarded projects. As part of the planning work you will be responsible for analysing the creative brief providing the ideal environment for creative development and crafting the complete proposal for delivery to clients. You will be instrumental in driving projects from concept to launch and be confident in devising strategies that consider all aspects of marketing mix and engagement best practices.

The ideal candidate is someone who lives and breathes the administrative and strategic aspects of developing a proposal and be as interested in our clients business as a customer or key stakeholder would be. You are innately curious and aim to enable the team to produce innovative ideas grounded in data and research. You thrive on seeking new trends identifying cultural and social shifts and experimenting with technology to make your insights and proposals fresh meaningful and progressive.

Solution Development (70%)

Examine clients businesses to get to know their brands and understand their objectives

Liaise with creatives sales team and clients to identify business challenges and develop ideas

Brainstorm with team members to develop strategies and creative approaches

Take charge in developing creative and brand briefs as needed collaborating and briefing effectively with internal team and external vendors when necessary

Producing cohesive creative and intelligent plans to bring success to campaigns win new clients and help retain existing clients

Design attendee and user journey experiences

Produce and present proposals to clients

Ensure budgets are developed in accordance with internal guidelines

Administration (30%)

Maintain and updating partner database and files

Update budget and proposal templates

Maintain industry and partner relationships

THE HIVE

The Planner is an integral part of the Solutions Department and reports to the Lead Strategist. You will work closely with the Client Success Team as well as the Experiential Team. You will also meet prospective clients and industry partners to establish and maintain close relationships.

THE GOOD TO HAVE

Diploma/Degree qualification in Business/Marketing/Communications/PR

Experience/exposure in Meetings and Events or marketing industry will be highly advantageous

Excellent verbal and written communication as well as presentation skills

Confident in managing and communicating with senior team members

Possess great customer mindset and a proactive disposition

Able to conduct research and draw information from a variety of sources and channels

Able to analyse research findings and develop concept plans and strategies

Able to multitask and prioritise tasks to meet multiple deadlines

Fluency in English (both written and spoken)

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

ADDITIONAL LOCAL BENEFITS

Annual Leave and Birthday Leave

Employer-paid Business Travel Insurance unlimited WhiteCoat teleconsults Dental/Vision reimbursements

Employer-paid Group Hospital & Surgical Outpatient Clinical Outpatient Specialist & Personal Accident Insurance

Comprehensive internal Learning & Development portal and opportunities for external courses

MCI is where you can bring your true self to work and be proud of what you do. Join us and make a difference!