Principal Consultant or Associate Director - Financial & Corporate Communications

CDR Consultancy (“CDR”) is a global strategic communications consultancy firm in financial and corporate communications. We serve as trusted advisors to companies, organizations, and leaders, helping them forge the connections that truly matter – from dynamic start-ups to established multinationals.

Operating in the Asia Pacific since 1989, we have grown to over 80 dedicated PR professionals across our offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, and Tokyo, and we operate as one team. At CDR, we pride ourselves on our team spirit and collaborative culture, working seamlessly as one team across Asia while leveraging our global network to deliver exceptional service to our clients.

We are now inviting applications for the position of Principal Consultant/ Associate Director. At CDR, we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for professional development.

We are looking for a candidate who can work with clients across the financial and corporate sectors. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead client accounts and guide teams to deliver to the highest standards
• Offer strategic counsel and advice to clients and colleagues
• Develop and implement customized PR and IR strategies that help promote the client’s brand image and equity story
• Provide media strategies for PR and IR campaigns for clients, such as arranging media interviews, organizing and executing events
• Develop corporate PR materials including press releases, presentation decks
• Liaise closely and maintain good relationship with media in HK and in APAC
• Support business development pitches and proposals with research and strategic ideas

The ideal candidate has:

• Around 8-10 years of experience in financial public relations, with a strong focus on corporate communications and investor relations. A track record of serving financial institutions and multi-national corporations is preferred.
• A demonstrable passion for finance and strong communication skills
• Excellent spoken and written proficiency in both Chinese and English; with good spoken Mandarin
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in utilizing AI tools to improve efficiency and output quality
• A proven ability to work effectively within a team

Why Join CDR?

At CDR, we value creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients. You will be part of a dynamic APAC team that thrives on innovation and strategic thinking in the fast-paced world of financial and corporate communications. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and gain regional exposure in the financial communications landscape, we encourage you to apply!