Automotive Project Manager Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

IMAGINATION (www.imagination.com)

Launched in London in 1968, Imagination is a global, independent, integrated communications company. We produce unexpected ideas that spark conversations and add value to the bottom line. Our offer includes brand insight, advertising, digital, experiential, retail, sports and investor communications. We have 19 offices around the world and a full complement of specialists in house, from brand consultants to architects, advertising specialists to interior designers, retail specialists and event producers to direct marketers and digital experts. Our clients include American Express, Aston Martin, British Airways, BT, Canon, Christies, Delphi Automotive, Ford, Goldman Sachs, Hyatt Hotels, ICBC, Jaguar Land Rover, Mazda, Patron, Prada, Samsung, Shell, The Carlyle Group, Virgin Mobile, Vodafone and Visa.

Imagination Investor Communications:

Imagination Investor Communications is the world's leading provider of specialist support services for investor roadshows, events, and associated communication programs and materials. The Investor Communications division has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Activities include digital communications, financial roadshows, investor days, AGM's, conferences, and board of directors' events. We have an unrivalled over 28-year track record helping over 700 companies connect with investors all over the world.

Role Overview:

To be responsible for proactively and efficiently managing client projects; delivering jobs on time and on budget and providing a high quality service at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Acting as primary contact for client and relevant advisors on each project, communicating requirements internally to the project team

Guiding project team to deliver project most effectively and efficiently: Creative, Digital, Production Manager, Logistics Manager, Travel Manager and Roadshow Desk Manager

Creating and managing overall project budget, from initial cost estimate to post-event reconciliation and invoicing

Creating and updating project schedules

Writing creative briefs and ensuring briefs are adhered to

Working with a company's in-house marketing and creative teams, and agencies, in the development of the investor focused digital communication and the overall brand experience solution for roadshow group meetings or investor events

Co-ordinating design and development of the roadshow/investor presentation

Providing clients with consultative guidance on roadshow or event issues - from logistics and audio-visual issues, to design and presentation content.

On occasion, accompanying client team throughout 2-3 week roadshow

Researching, developing and winning new business with existing and prospective clients, and banks, including proposal documents, budgets and 'pitch' presentations

Maintaining relationships with clients and investment bankers in order to develop ongoing business opportunities

Goals:

Develop strong client relationships

Keep abreast of industry news, trends and developments

Contribute to the growth of the investor communications business in the Americas

Experience and skills required:

In New York, Investor Communications is small team within the larger Imagination The Americas Inc. office. As such, the right candidate must have the ability to devote equal enthusiasm to complex project management and more mundane logistical and administrative tasks as needed. Financial roadshows are the ultimate high-pressure project; extreme schedules, tough deadlines, combined with the need for supreme attention to detail.

The following attributes are therefore necessary:

 Significant prior experience in client services within an agency environment

 Experience with leading the development of corporate communications digital content / video production projects - both pre and post production

 Event management experience

 Good communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

 Experience with high-level executives and challenging personality types

 Highly motivated and able to work on projects with minimal guidance

 Must be extremely organized, have an excellent eye for detail and accuracy

 Initiative and enthusiasm, with an ability to 'think on your feet'

 Ability to remain calm under pressure / handle stress very well

 Flexibility and adaptability

 Not averse to short notice travel at times for shoots and events

 Be prepared to work demanding hours in the office and at times on the road

 Strong math and MS Excel skills

 PowerPoint competency essential

 Previous knowledge / involvement in financial sector

formation will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.