Chief Corporate Communications & Executive Storytelling

Dow Jones; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to News Corp publications

Perks & discounts

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

News Corp Australia is seeking a Head of Corporate Communications to lead strategic messaging and executive storytelling for News Corp Australia and the Executive Chairman. The role sits in Corporate Affairs and drives proactive communications to protect brand integrity and enhance trust across stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses 10+ years in senior corporate communications, exceptional writing, and the ability to manage reputational sensitivities in a fast-paced global business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years in speechwriting or senior corporate communications serving C-suite.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling with executive voice and audience awareness.

Responsibilities

• Research, draft, and refine speeches, keynotes, letters, and talking points for the Executive Chairman.
• Establish core tone and messaging with the Executive Chairman for alignment across communications.
• Conduct background research and interviews to deliver authentic executive communications.
• Partner with Corporate Affairs to align narratives with reputation and media goals.
• Prepare briefing documents, including Q&A scenarios and audience profiles.
• Facilitate speech rehearsals and provide feedback to improve delivery.
• Direct end-to-end scripting and production for promotional campaigns and branding activations.

Skills

Speechwriting

Executive communications

Strategic messaging

C-suite advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications

Master's degree preferred

Job description

News Corp Australia is seeking a Head of Corporate Communications to lead strategic messaging and executive storytelling for News Corp Australia and the Executive Chairman. The role sits in Corporate Affairs and drives proactive communications to protect brand integrity and enhance trust across stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses 10+ years in senior corporate communications, exceptional writing, and the ability to manage reputational sensitivities in a fast-paced global business