SUMMARY:
Lead and execute our internal and external communication strategies.
POSITION INFO:
Our client with a national footprint within the financial sector seeks the duties of a highly skilled Communications Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communication Planning
- Develop and implement integrated communication strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- Craft clear, compelling messaging for internal and external audiences.
- Support executive leadership with communication planning, speechwriting, and strategic advice.
- Ensure brand consistency across all communication touchpoints.
Internal Communications
- Lead internal communication initiatives to strengthen culture, engagement, and alignment.
- Manage communication around organisational updates, change‑management initiatives, and leadership messages.
- Develop content for newsletters, intranet platforms, employee campaigns, and internal events.
- Partner with HR and leadership teams to support employee‑experience initiatives.
External Communications & Public Relations
- Manage media relations, including press releases, media statements, and journalist engagement.
- Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and industry stakeholders.
- Support crisis communication planning and response.
- Oversee corporate reputation management and brand positioning.
Content Creation & Digital Communication
- Produce high‑quality written content including articles, reports, speeches, scripts, and marketing collateral.
- Oversee digital communication channels, including social media, website content, and email campaigns.
- Ensure all content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with brand guidelines.
- Monitor digital performance metrics and optimise communication strategies accordingly.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging.
- Support communication needs for projects, campaigns, and organisational initiatives.
- Provide communication guidance to internal stakeholders and business units.
Project & Campaign Management
- Plan and execute communication campaigns from concept to delivery.
- Manage timelines, budgets, and external service providers (agencies, designers, writers).
- Evaluate campaign effectiveness and implement improvements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
- 10 years’ experience in corporate communications, PR, or brand management.
- Experience in financial services or a regulated industry is advantageous.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Proven experience managing media relations and digital communication channels.
- Proficiency in communication tools, CMS platforms, and social media management.
Key Competencies
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strategic thinker with strong planning and organisational abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong stakeholder‑management and relationship‑building skills.
- Creative mindset with attention to detail.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement.
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
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