Senior Client Executive, Smithfield

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. About the job Edelman has an exciting opportunity for a strategic, collaborative communicator to take the next step in their career within a dynamic cross-border team spanning Singapore and Hong Kong. The team supports financial services clients across investor relations and strategic situations, helping organizations build their brands and achieve business goals in an evolving media and market landscape. We are seeking an Senior Executive specializing in financial services and financial communications to join Edelman Smithfield, Edelman’s specialist financial communications advisory practice, in Singapore. This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly integrated team, collaborate closely with senior leaders, and contribute to best-in-class programs for leading organizations across Singapore, Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region. Edelman is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the world we live in, grounded in trust, collaboration, and a strong sense of belonging. What your responsibilities and capabilities should cover: • Develop a strong interest of clients’ businesses, priorities, and stakeholder landscapes — including investors, regulators, media, employees, partners, and industry peers. • Support proactive day-to-day client relationship management, ensuring high-quality delivery and strategic counsel. • Support research, planning, creative ideation, and execution of integrated communications campaigns. • Manage multiple projects and teams across accounts, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and outcomes are met. • Demonstrate writing excellence across client correspondence, communications plans, press materials, and new business proposals. • strong presentations to clients and internal stakeholders • Work with local / regional account teams as a strong team player. What is required of you: • At least 3 years of relevant experience in financial communications and/or related fields, including research or media. • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to write persuasively and clearly. • Demonstrate interest in cultivating media relationships. • Demonstrated ability to multitask effectively and manage assignments while upholding high standards of quality in a fast-paced, integrated team environment. • Strong understanding of current affairs and global trends, particularly across Asia/Southeast Asia. • Awareness of emerging technologies and trends, and an understanding of how they can be integrated into communications and marketing programmes. • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Business, Economics, Finance, Communications) from an accredited institution. 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.