Business Manager – Global

Mexico City

Emerging Markets Political Risk Analysis (EMPRA) is seeking a new Business Manager to join our Mexico City-based team.

 

Responsibilities:

The individual in this role will directly contribute to the development of EMPRA’s client base, product offerings, delivering analysis to clients, build the company’s presence in Mexico and abroad, and much more.

  • Build EMPRA’s client base, network of contacts, and strategic partnerships
  • Assist in the development and implementation of communications and marketing strategies across brands, markets, services, and languages
  • Contribute to improving clients’ experiences by assisting them with their needs, developing new products, and more
  • Track client expectations and ensure they are fulfilled
  • Assist in daily operational activities including proofreading, formatting of documents, and other tasks
  • Develop and implement new tools to facilitate operations across areas
  • Process onboarding of new clients and staff
  • Facilitate hiring and onboarding processes
  • Track expenses and finances
  • Report to the deputy director of operations and other senior management
  • Comfort working in fast-paced high-pressure environments

Notes: Due to the pandemic, EMPRA is currently and entirely work-from-home business. This will change in the future but will persist during the current public health conditions prevail. Once offices reopen, this will be an in-location position based in Mexico City.


Requirements:

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, marketing, or communications. If your degree is not in one of the fields, you may demonstrate relevant experience. Please detail this in your CV and cover letter
  • At least two years of experience in business environments, preferably in a corporate context
  • Experience working directly with clients to turn their vision into marketable products
  • Very personable attitude with a strong capacity to work well with various teams
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently without supervision
  • Proficiency in English and Spanish. Additional languages are valued but not required
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and G Suite

Only candidates who meet these requirements need apply.  

Preferred Additional Skilled:

  • Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS coding.
  • Familiarity with supplier management platforms (e.g. SAP Ariba).
  • Knowledge of consulting practices is highly valued.
  • Knowledge of Google AdWords and other advertising platforms
  • Experience with customer management platforms and/or database management

 

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with experience

 

Application Process:

Please submit the following documents to careers@empra.net:

  • CV
  • Cover Letter (in English, 1 page)
  • Brief description of one instance in which you took the concern of a client and developed an out-of-the-box solutions (no more than 500 words)

Please include “EMPRA Business Manager–[LAST NAME]” in the subject line of the email.

Letters of recommendation are welcome but not required.

All interviews will be held in English and Spanish. Interviews will be held remotely while current health conditions persist.




EMPRA and AIS are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to building a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.