Chief Corporate Affairs Officer

Robert Walters; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Australia's submarine sector seeks a Chief Corporate Affairs Officer to oversee external communications and stakeholder engagement. This executive role will influence high-level discussions and requires experience in complex political environments. Ideal candidates will possess sophisticated communication skills and a strategic approach to managing relationships and corporate social responsibility.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in politically complex environments.
• Deep understanding of the public sector.
• Proven ability to develop stakeholder engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead ASC's Stakeholder Engagement Strategy.
• Oversee Corporate Social Responsibility and ESG agenda.
• Provide strategic advice to Executive and Board.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Strategic foresight

Job description

ASC is Australia's submarine company. Established in 1985, ASC built Australia's Collins Class submarines, sustains the Collins Class fleet, and have been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in Australia.

With over 2500 staff across South Australia and Western Australia, it is a dynamic and growing business that will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to be involved in something with a deeper purpose.

About the Role:

This is a key leadership role reporting directly to the CEO and part of ASC's Executive Committee overseeing all external communications, government relations and corporate social responsibility functions. As a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive and broader Executive, you will lead the development of ASC's Stakeholder Engagement Strategy, strengthen ASC's brand and associated media presence, and manage ASC's social license and environmental, social and governance (ESG) positioning across complex government and industry landscapes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead ASC's Stakeholder Engagement Strategy, including engagement with the Australian Submarine Agency, NSSG and Department of Finance
• Lead the External Communications team, including corporate publications, media strategy and messaging
• Oversee ASC's Corporate Social Responsibility and ESG agenda, ensuring alignment with internal values and external expectations
• Provide strategic advice to the Executive and Board
• Represent ASC in Canberra and other locations as required, seeding key messages and influencing national dialogue.
• Lead three direct reports:
• Head of Corporate Communications and Media
• Head of Government Relations
• Head of Corporate Social Responsibility

Key requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in operating in politically complex environments
• Deep understanding of the public sector, ideally within a Government Business Enterprise
• Proven ability to develop and deliver stakeholder engagement strategies in dynamic, high-pressure settings
• Sophisticated influencing, conditioning, and communication skills
• Ability to lead across ambiguity, complexity and conflict
• Exceptional internal and external relationships and networks
• Resilience, independence and strategic foresight

What's next:

Apply today by clicking on the link provided to take the next step towards advancing your career as a Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. Please note this role is location agnostic, attracting an executive remuneration package requiring an openness to travel with Perth, Adelaide or Canberra as preferred locations.


To apply, please click "Apply" or contact Giuseppe Nasca on, [phone] for a confidential discussion.

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