Location: Melbourne (Hybrid)
In this position, you’ll be based in Melbourne, Yarra Falls office for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex.
We give you a world of potential
We have an exciting opportunity for External Communications Manager to join us based in our Yarra Falls office. You will be responsible to demonstrate a track record of generating trade, specialist and national media coverage, preferably in Australia/New Zealand, and be able to create effective general written communications.
Why is this role exciting? Well, there are a few things that make this role stand out:
- You will work with some of our biggest ASX listed clients
- You will join a great supportive team, who will support you along the way
- You will join us in an exciting time of growth as we move our clients onto a new platform
A role you will love
Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, responding to enquiries and positioning Computershare as a trusted source.
Protect the company’s reputation by drafting statements, supporting incident and crisis communications, and monitoring media coverage to keep regional stakeholders informed.
Support and develop local media spokespeople through media coaching and preparation.
Partner with Marketing to integrate media angles into campaigns and ensure content is newsworthy and aligned with journalist interests.
Manage and attend media events, launches and other external activities as required.
Contribute to corporate campaigns by supporting Investor Relations communications and developing content for the Annual Report, Sustainability Report and other global initiatives.
Proven working experience in a communications environment with experience working in complex or political environments.
Experience promoting products, services or technologies to journalists
A background in corporate, professional or financial services, with some exposure to regulatory processes or organizations
Experience working as a journalist and/or in a PR agency environment, the latter particularly in promoting products and services or technology.
A University degree is preferred, but not essential, especially if the candidate shows a strong track record working in communications.
Some evidence of defensive communications would be an advantage, although not essential.
What will you bring to the role?
We are looking for someone who is a great communicator, able to balance conflicting priorities and someone who is technology savvy.
Other key skills required for the role include:
Rewards designed for you
Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.
Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you’ll receive a company contribution as well.
Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
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