SMGR-Corporate Communication

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Delhi seeks an experienced professional for corporate communication, requiring significant media relations expertise and a track record of developing PR strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a Post Graduate Degree, with 12-14 years in corporate settings, showcasing proficiency in press releases and crisis communication. This role offers an opportunity to enhance positive media engagement and manage communications efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-14 years of work experience in corporate communication or media.
• Proficient in writing press releases and speeches for management.
• Experience in crisis communication in a corporate setup is an edge.

Responsibilities

• Drive positive PR for the Company.
• Plan and execute PR strategies to garner media coverage.
• Support in educating media on critical issues.
• Facilitate media interviews for Company spokespersons.
• Build strong relationships with media.
• Conceptualize and draft content for press releases and management.
• Work with PR agency to achieve deliverables.

Skills

Corporate communication experience

Media relations

Crisis communication

Content creation

Education

Post Graduate Degree (B-Tech + MBA/master’s in communication or journalism)

Job description

Qualifications

Post Graduate Degree – B-Tech + MBA/master’s in communication or journalism/ MBA

Essential: MICA / NMIMS / Symbiosis Institute of Mass Communication (SIMC) / IIMC/ MCRC Jamia or similar

Experience:

• Minimum 12‑14 years of work experience in corporate communication or experience in a leading national daily / wire / broadcast media.


• Proficient in writing press releases, speeches for management and excellent media relations.


• Experience in crisis communication in a corporate setup is an edge.


• Engineering background or exposure to manufacturing sector is an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive positive PR for the Company


• Plan, conceptualize, and execute PR strategies to garner positive media coverage on desired subjects.


• Support in educating media on critical issues.


• Facilitate media interviews for Company spokespersons.


• Media Relations: Build strong relationships with media.


• Content creation: Conceptualize and draft content including press releases, background papers, OPED, media briefing documents for top management, etc.


• Experience in writing speeches for top management is preferred.


• Agency Management: Work with PR agency to achieve deliverables.

Competency Requirements

Functional / Behavioral / Technical

• Storyteller with good communication and presentation skills.


• High quality written and verbal communication.


• Deft at data analytics and data presentation.


• Self‑motivated with capability to work independently.


• Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks.


• Open to learning and working in the manufacturing sector.


• Possess good interpersonal skills.


• Extrovert and capable of coordinating with various departments within the organization and external agencies.


• Good understanding of corporate culture, systems and processes.


• Understanding Automobile/automobile business and its nuances will be \"nice to have\" competencies.