Consultant (Financial Communications)

Hill & Knowlton is a strategic and creative partner to drive breakthrough opportunities for growth and value creation, advance corporate strategy, and build reputation capital and resiliency. We’re a proven partner for business and brand transformation. A full-service global firm, we provide strategic communication, marketing and corporate affairs solutions distinguished by intelligence and creativity. Hill & Knowlton is part of the Burson Group and WPP (NYSE : WPP), the creative transformation company. About Hill & Knowlton Hill & Knowlton is the global strategic communications leader for transformation. We help brands, businesses and leaders build reputation, manage risk, and create breakthrough opportunities for growth. Founded in 1927, today’s Hill & Knowlton operates 70 offices in over 30 countries, providing advisory, public relations and creative solutions to local and global clients. Our global team offers integrated strategic services, grounded in deep sector expertise, and enabled by creativity and intelligence. Headquartered in New York, Hill & Knowlton is part of WPP, one of the world’s largest communications services groups. Job Responsibilities Client’s first port of call for daily updates, advice and knowledge Strong media relations skills and network, particularly for financial and business outlets To manage day-to-day activity on multiple accounts building excellent client, media and team relationships Delivery to deadlines, maintaining a close eye on quality and keeping the client fully up to date on activity. Joining a fast-paced team delivering high-impact services to its clients Monitor newspapers and magazines, particularly trade / specialist publications relevant to clients’ business Prepare and organize client meetings, press briefings, conferences and client events Keep abreast of current affairs, industry issues and trends and relate them to client situations and update account progress, activities and hurdles to team head Contribute to the development of a strategic plan for clients’ overall investor relations programs Handle press releases, conference calls, client events and webcasts etc under the supervision of senior team Maintain good records of all client meetings, events, etc Compile monthly report of client activities Requirements Degree holder in Language and Communications, Journalism, Translation or other related disciplines, Finance and Accounting would be PLUS Minimum 5 years of relevant experience (journalist, PR agency, consulting or financial institution) Good knowledge of financial markets and IPOs Excellent written English and Chinese with good communication skills Able and willing to serve a versatile portfolio of clients Proven presentation and strategic planning capabilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Candidate with more experience may be considered as Senior Consultant Hill & Knowlton is more than an agency. It’s a collection of thousands of brilliant, collaborative and driven employees – all united around a single vision of transforming our clients, our company and the world. Across 70 offices in 30 countries our people are the heartbeat of our business. Bridging countless cultures, backgrounds and lived experiences, we are drawn together by a common drive and a collaborative spirit – called to our craft each day by the desire to deliver the best work. And at H&K, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. #J-18808-Ljbffr