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Account Manager Financial and Professional Services

Sandpiper, one of the fastest growing reputation and policy management consultancies in the world, is seeking a talented and entrepreneurial individual to join our financial services practice in Sydney as an Account Manager.  The successful candidate will be based in Sydney but will work for our clients across the Asia Pacific region. 

Sandpiper is a multi-award-winning agency that in 2024 won Global Corporate Agency of the Year at the Provoke Sabre Awards, Asia Pacific Regional Network of the Year at the Gold Standard Awards, is the second fastest growing firm in Asia Pacific and the 14th fastest growing PR firm in the world.  In Asia Pacific we are the only firm to have a dedicated professional services practice and are the largest public affairs agency in China.   

Our team are trusted advisors to industry leaders and market disruptors. We combine strong regional market and industry understanding with global perspectives.  Our expertise spans corporate communications, healthcare, financial services, and capital markets communications, professional services, ESG and sustainability, brand PR, media relations, public affairs and public policy, and technology. 

Operating with one global P&L, we harness new technologies to deliver advisory backed by rigorous research and deep insights, and to meet the evolving needs of our clients quickly and effectively wherever they are in the world. 

Our firm is built around a simple proposition: by hiring the right people to do smart thinking, and equipping them with the right technologies and tools, we deliver results and business benefits for our clients. Our clients are diverse, ranging from the world’s leading asset managers, insurers, and banks to disruptive technology firms that are reshaping the way commerce is carried out. 

We partner with some of the world’s leading businesses and brands to develop effective, evidence-based communications strategies and programmes. 

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced, energetic, and creative financial and professional services communications professional, who is excited by the proposition of advising local and international clients. 

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience, with significant experience working in consultancy and be a self-starter who thrives in a highly empowered environment.  

We want all our colleagues to participate in shaping client strategies and contributing to the growth and management of our business, and we highly value fresh thinking and fresh ideas!  

Our multinational team of senior advisers combines local knowledge with a global perspective. We believe a deep understanding of the sectors in which our clients operate is a prerequisite of strategic counsel and campaigns that make our clients stand out. 

Requirements

  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills 
  • Good interpersonal and presentation skills 
  • Capable of multi-tasking on multiple projects – managing priorities and meeting deadlines, while maintaining a high attention to detail 
  • Collegiate, team player 
  • Creative thinker 
  • Proactive 
  • Entrepreneurial with strong business acumen 
  • Financial and/or professional services sector knowledge and experience 
  • Bachelor’s degree at a minimum (a plus if it is in related fields such as communications, English, journalism, politics, economics, or business) 

Roles and Responsibilities

You will be responsible for supporting Sandpiper’s Financial and Professional Services client work in Australia and across the Asia Pacific region when required.  Your role will also include:

  • Support with the growth of Sandpiper’s business in Australia and Asia Pacific 
  • Ensure a high level of client service and provide leadership on client accounts where required 
  • Maintain a good understanding of clients’ business objectives, and the issues in their sector  
  • Build strong and trusted relationships with clients and key business stakeholders  
  • Assist with the development of communications and stakeholder engagement strategies 
  • Assist with issues and crisis management 
  • Support new business development and marketing activities in partnership with the Practice Leads, GM’s, COO, and CEO  
  • Keep up to date with the latest social media trends  
  • Keep up to date timesheets and expense claims 

What we offer

An opportunity to work at a fast-growing agency where you can have genuine responsibility and if you chose, autonomy to create new products and services that are aligned with the evolution of the communications industry and changing client needs. 

At Sandpiper, we also offer a collaborative and stimulating work environment as well as attractive remuneration and benefits. 

If you want to work for the agency of the future, not the past; are bored doing the same thing every day and want to have more influence over your career – then come and join us!  Send your CV and cover letter to careers@sandpipercomms.com