WHO WE ARE:

CloserStill Media is a global leader in organising over 80 market-leading business exhibitions across learning, healthcare, technology, and veterinary sectors in Asia, the UK, Europe, and the USA. Our portfolio includes fast-growing and award-winning events such as the Singapore Vet Show, Big Data & AI World, Cloud & AI Infrastructure, Cyber Security World, Data Centre World, eCommerce Expo, Learning Technologies and DevLearn.

We have won more than 60 major industry awards, including Best International Show at the AEO Excellence Awards 2025 and Best International Show – Asia Pacific for Tech Week Singapore at the EN Awards 2025 in London. These accolades reflect our commitment to delivering world-class events that foster innovation and growth.

We have exciting growth plans over the next two to three years and are looking for ambitious and motivated people to join our award-winning teams.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

CloserStill Media (CSM) is looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to deliver creative multi-channel marketing campaigns for the our technology portfolio. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where there is opportunity to grow, then this would be a great position for you.

THE ROLE:

Own the specialised verticals within marketing campaigns for assigned events
Develop annual marketing plans aligned with registration, attendance and revenue targets
Execute integrated multi-channel campaigns across email, website, social media, paid media, partnerships and PR
Monitor campaign performance and optimise activities throughout the campaign lifecycle to maximise results
Collaborate with Sales, Conference, Operations and other internal stakeholders to achieve commercial objectives
Manage campaign budgets, forecasts and expenditure, ensuring effective use of marketing investment
Coordinate campaign timelines and oversee delivery across internal specialists, external agencies and vendors
Analyse campaign performance and provide regular reporting, insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
Coach and support Marketing Executives and Senior Marketing Executives, providing guidance and feedback on campaign execution
Drive continuous improvement by adopting marketing best practices, new technologies and process enhancements
Ensure marketing activities are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard of quality
Achieve agreed registration, attendance, revenue and campaign ROI targets for assigned events

Key Expectations

Achieve registration, attendance and revenue targets for assigned events
Deliver marketing campaigns on time, within scope and to a high standard
Manage campaign budgets effectively and deliver positive return on marketing investment (ROMI)
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and maintain high stakeholder satisfaction
Coach and develop Marketing Executives and Senior Marketing Executives to improve performance and capability
Drive continuous improvement through campaign optimisation and data-driven decision-making

ABOUT YOU:

Experienced B2B Marketing Manager with at least 5 years of experience
Experience working with a variety of stakeholders including C-Level
Experience working with data providers and audience data segmentation
Development of marketing plans and digital campaigns
Strong time and project management skills – demonstrating a high level of attention to detail when planning and briefing in work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good understanding of the fundamentals of digital marketing including SEO, PPC, Google Ad words, banner ads and retargeting campaigns, to drive website traffic, engagement and lead generation and mobile apps
Strong IT skills and systems management (e.g. experience working with CRM and CMS platforms, databases, email marketing and marketing automation software)
Fluent in Japanese, with the ability to read, write and pitch confidently to Japanese clients and partners.
Strong understanding of Japanese business culture, etiquette and negotiation nuances.
Experience launching or growing a new market or inaugural event is an advantage

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.

WORK LOCATION:

This role is based in Singapore.

PERSONAL DATA CONSENT:

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Marketing Manager - Technology Portfolio (Japanese speaking)