Assistant Communications Manager

The Assistant Communications Manager position in Bangalore, India, reports to the General Manager/Director and involves creating and managing marketing materials and collateral in alignment with the brand direction. The role encompasses implementing online marketing activities such as social media, SEO/SEM, and lead generation to enhance brand visibility and engagement. The Assistant Communications Manager is responsible for various tasks related to branding, PR, and marketing. This includes creating and updating marketing/publicity content for events, social/professional media, and advertising platforms. Additionally, the role involves devising innovative marketing strategies, exploring opportunities for increased exposure, participating in events and exhibitions, and administering company social media accounts. In terms of project contracting, the Assistant Communications Manager prepares, tracks, and manages proposals, RFPs, tenders, and contracts across various geographies. They are also involved in developing and updating marketing collateral like presentations and brochures, as well as drafting, evaluating, negotiating, and executing contracts for new projects. Collaboration with the design team and organizing client introductory meetings are also key aspects of this role. Business development and client networking play a crucial part in this position. The Assistant Communications Manager is expected to deliver an excellent client experience, be proactive and responsive to clients, provide outstanding sales support, and maintain healthy relationships while exploring new opportunities. Content writing responsibilities include conducting research, developing original content for various platforms, copy editing, proofreading, and utilizing SEO/SEM best practices to enhance website traffic. Event management tasks involve planning, organizing, and executing company events, coordinating with vendors and internal teams, managing budgets and logistics, and developing event-marketing strategies. Other attributes expected from the Assistant Communications Manager include ownership, accountability, planning, and organizing skills. They should maintain commitment to timelines, take charge of and resolve problems/errors, and provide timely updates to stakeholders. Process focus is essential, with a requirement to map activities onto structured processes, ensure compliance, and identify/implement new initiatives for operational efficiency. People/client management involves working with teams to ensure project milestones are met, collaborating with resources, and ensuring adherence to agreed processes within the team.,