Lead - PR, Media & Corporate Communication

Adani Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group in Mumbai is seeking a senior communications leader to oversee media and corporate communications strategies and ensure aligned storytelling across all platforms.

The role focuses on media engagement, executive messaging, and curating narratives that support ongoing projects while handling crisis response and stakeholder relations with government bodies and industry groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 12–15 years of experience in media relations, corporate communication, or public affairs.
• Experience in managing media engagements, content development and PR campaigns.
• Prior experience with political entities, government stakeholders, or advocacy groups is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of media and corporate communication strategies developed by leadership.
• Ensure consistent messaging across media platforms and campaigns.
• Direct content storytelling and curate narratives to support projects and brand positioning.
• Manage media engagement, relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Oversee writing/editing of press releases, media statements, and corporate reports.
• Coordinate interviews, press briefings, and editorial placements.
• Monitor media coverage and provide strategic insights for improvement.
• Support crisis communication and respond to reputational risks.

Skills

Media relations

Content development

PR campaigns

Crisis communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• The role is responsible for overseeing the execution of media and corporate communication strategies, ensuring content alignment, and curating narratives that support NMDPL’s objectives.


• This role plays a pivotal role in managing media engagement, ensuring impactful storytelling, and implementing strategic communication plans.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Lead Media and Corporate Communications Media & Communication Strategy Execution: Implement and supervise media and corporate communication strategies developed by the Head of Media & Corporate Communication.


• Ensure consistent messaging and alignment across various media platforms.


• Oversee the execution of communication campaigns tailored for different projects and audiences.


• Content Curation & Storytelling: Curate impactful media stories that align with corporate communication strategies.


• Ensure content is strategically crafted to enhance brand positioning and stakeholder engagement.


• Develop key narratives to support ongoing projects and initiatives.


• Oversee the writing and editing of press releases, media statements, and corporate reports.


• Media Engagement & Relationship Management: Manage relationships with journalists, media houses, and influencers to maximize media coverage.


• Manage the appointment and oversight of PR agencies and communication vendors to ensure strategic alignment and delivery.


• Identify opportunities to leverage media events for positive brand perception.


• Coordinate interviews, press briefings, and editorial placements.


• Monitor and analyse media coverage, providing strategic insights for improvement.


• Crisis Communication & Reputation Management: Support crisis communication initiatives by preparing key messages and strategic responses.


• Identify and mitigate potential risks in media engagement.


• Work closely with internal teams to ensure rapid response to reputational threats.


• Key Stakeholders - Internal Strategy Teams Regulatory Team Marketing & Branding Team Human Resources (HR) Key Stakeholders - External Media & Journalists Industry Bodies & Association Government & Regulatory Authorities Community & Public Representatives Political Entities & Advocacy Groups

Technical Competencies

• Brand Management-NMDPL,Content & Storytelling Development-NMDPL,Crisis Response & Communication Strategy-NMDPL,Event Management-NMDPL,Ground Intelligence & Situational Analysis-NMDPL,PR Management-NMDPL

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.


• Work Experience (Range of years): 12-15 Years Preferred Industry: Experience in media relations, corporate communication, or public affairs.


• Strong experience in managing media engagements, content development, and PR campaigns.


• Prior experience working with political entities, government stakeholders, or advocacy groups is a plus.