Assistant Manager/Manager, Advertising Sales & Partnerships
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Who we are
Constellar is Asia's preferred partner for convening businesses, curating ideas and creating opportunities for sustainable business growth and global impact. Based in Singapore, we curate and develop influential trade events for key industries and sectors, connecting people, global marketplaces and networks for sustainable growth. We also manage the Singapore EXPO, Singapore's largest purpose-built venue for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE).
Our vision is to be a global leader made in Asia, activating impactful networks to enable cross-industry collaboration and innovation through our holistic portfolio of intellectual property (IP) in the MICE industry.
Learn more about us at constellar.co.
What it's like to work here
Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions, or MICE, is a vehicle for new businesses, partnerships. We are privileged to have a front seat at the intersection of creativity, communities and collaboration, with a unique opportunity to connect a global eco-system of partners, businesses and consumers in the MICE industry daily. Our ambition is to become a global leader made in Asia, and Asia's top MICE company: A vision shared by our shareholders Temasek and Cuscaden Peak Investments.
We recognise the immense opportunity we have to lead with purpose, demonstrate leadership and commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices, and activate impactful networks for sustainable growth.
You don't need to have MICE experience to work with us. We're looking for ambitious, entrepreneurial self-starters with a strong sense of ownership, passion and curiosity, driven by our values of care, ownership, trust, passion and innovation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a commercially driven and relationship-focused Assistant Manager/Manager, Advertising Sales & Partnerships to join our Commercial Partnerships team. In this role, you will drive advertising, sponsorship, and venue partnership opportunities that strengthen Singapore EXPO's position as a preferred venue partner for event organisers, brands, and agencies. You will be responsible for growing revenue across venue-wide advertising and sponsorship assets, developing strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative brand activation opportunities that enhance audience engagement and commercial value. Working closely with event organisers, agencies, media owners, and internal stakeholders, you will play a key role in shaping integrated commercial solutions across Singapore EXPO's physical and digital platforms.
- Conceptualise, plan, and execute advertising & promotional (A&P), sponsorships, and venue activation initiatives that enhance Singapore EXPO's commercial revenue opportunities and brand positioning.
- Drive the growth of Singapore EXPO's A&P business across existing client portfolios, while proactively identifying and developing new accounts and untapped market opportunities.
- Manage and grow the A&P sales pipeline, including achieving sales targets, revenue budgets, and sponsorship objectives across venue-wide advertising assets and activation spaces.
- Develop innovative and integrated advertising, sponsorship and brand activation solutions leveraging Singapore EXPO's physical venue assets, Out-of-Home (OOH) media inventory, digital platforms and experiential engagement opportunities.
- Partner closely with event organisers, advertising agencies, media owners and corporate clients to curate customised campaigns and sponsorship packages that maximise brand visibility, audience engagement and campaign impact.
- Handle enquiries, negotiations and account management relating to the utilisation of A&P activation spaces within the venue.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional account servicing, with a commitment to delivering business outcomes with integrity, responsiveness, and a high standard of execution.
- Coordinate and liaise with internal stakeholders, contractors, advertising agencies, design houses, printers, authorities, and relevant vendors to ensure smooth execution of A&P activities.
- Monitor market trends, emerging media solutions and audience engagement strategies to continuously strengthen Singapore EXPO's advertising and sponsorship offerings.
- Support cross-functional projects and undertake additional responsibilities as assigned, in line with business and operational needs.
- At least 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in advertising & promotional sales, sponsorship sales, media sales or related commercial roles.
- Proven track record in business development, account management and client relationship management.
- Experience in Out-of-Home (OOH), integrated marketing, digital advertising, or experiential marketing solutions will be advantageous.
- Candidates with exposure to online advertising sales across websites, portals, apps, or omnichannel media platforms will have an added advantage.
- Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple timelines and stakeholders effectively.
- Resourceful, driven and commercially minded, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt quickly to evolving business priorities.