What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER position at FWD People?
Overview : FWD People is a full-service strategic marketing agency delivering meaningful and measurable results in the health and non-profit sectors. We take pride in being our clients' trusted strategic partner - staying ahead of the curve, and leveraging our expertise and foresight to help them navigate change and seize opportunities. We approach every challenge with a commitment to innovation, excellence, and empathy and we seek the same qualities in our team. As a fast-growing, senior team, we're excited to welcome more forward-thinking individuals who will help us drive growth, foster positive change within our client's industries, and have fun along the way.
As FWD's Special Projects Manager, you'll help drive FWD's growth by leading key marketing initiatives, supporting business development, and managing high-impact projects. This versatile role blends project management and strategic thinking as you produce compelling content and work closely with founders to support key relationships. You'll play a crucial role in advancing FWD's goals in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
What You'll Do : Marketing (40%)
- Act as the producer and manager of FWD's social media content to elevate brand visibility.
- Develop and maintain a robust content calendar, ensuring timely and relevant social media presence.
- Identify and secure conference opportunities to ensure consistent industry visibility.
- Coordinate and prepare all necessary materials for leadership's participation in conferences.
- Lead award submission efforts to enhance FWD's recognition in the industry.
- Manage Case Study development and library.
- Strategically contribute to raising FWD's profile by managing key initiatives, such as website updates, thought leadership content, PR coordination, etc.
Business Development (20%)
Executive Assistance (20%)
Special Projects (20%)
What You'll Bring :
What You'll Love About This Role :
Working at FWD People We are a senior team that champions integrity, adaptability, excellence, and growth. Here, you'll collaborate with solution-focused colleagues to advance both our clients and our teams.
Our office is located in Brooklyn Heights, and we offer a flexible hybrid work schedule. We value in-person collaboration and connection but also understand the importance of offering the flexibility to work from home.
We are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome differences in race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and more. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities and fostering a culture of respect and collaboration.
Benefits & Comp
At FWD, we believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. We offer excellent benefits, including 25 days off per year 16 paid holidays, matching 401(k), medical, dental & vision, paid maternity & paternity leave, home office setup, yearly team retreats, and a comprehensive professional development program including executive coaching and a yearly professional development stipend. As we continue to grow, we enhance our benefits package to meet the needs of our team.
The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000 with a preference for contract-to-permanent candidates to ensure a mutual fit. However, full-time candidates are also welcome and encouraged to apply. This role is based in NYC (Brooklyn) with a flexible hybrid work schedule.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000
