Communications Manager

GrabTaxi Holdings Pte. Ltd.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits package

Parental leave

Birthday leave

Volunteering leave

Grabber Assistance Programme

FlexWork arrangements

Job summary

GrabTaxi Holdings Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Communications Manager in Petaling Jaya. The role involves developing PR strategies to enhance Grab's corporate reputation while working closely with the media and KOLs. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of relevant experience and exceptional storytelling skills. Grab offers benefits like life and medical insurance, flexible work arrangements, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace culture. Join us to make a difference in the communications landscape.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in PR or related fields with established media relationships.
• Proficient in writing and storytelling.
• Ability to navigate crises and reputational risks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication programs.
• Identify publicity opportunities.
• Cultivate media stories to bolster Grab's leadership.
• Maintain relationships with media and KOLs.
• Oversee PR agency activities and analyze effectiveness.

Skills

PR experience

Corporate reputation management

Brand communication

Exceptional writing skills

Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Job description

Get to Know the Role

As the Communications Manager for Grab Malaysia, you'll collaborate with team members across verticals, commercial, marketing, and public affairs teams. Your primary focus will craft and execute PR and communication strategies to achieve business objectives. We're looking for someone with a background in corporate and brand communications, a deep understanding of Malaysia's media landscape, and adeptness in fostering and managing crucial media relationships. Experience in crisis management is a plus.

You will report to Communications Lead, Malaysia and will be based onsite in Petaling Jaya office.

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

• Develop and execute communication programs in line with Grab's vision and goals
• Proactively identify and leverage publicity opportunities through various channels
• Cultivate compelling media stories to bolster Grab Malaysia's leadership position.
• Forge and maintain strong ties with influential local media and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in Malaysia
• Navigate and mitigate reputational risks and manage responses to incidents or crises
• Oversee PR agency activities according to the agreed communication plan and budget
• Analyze metrics to gauge the efficacy and impact of PR efforts, refining strategies as needed

What Essential Skills You Will Need

Required:

• 8 or more years of experience in PR, corporate reputation management, brand communication, or related fields
• Established relationships with top-tier media, KOLs, and thought leaders
• Proficiency in both English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken)
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills

Preferred:

• Background in the consumer technology sector
• Experience in high-growth environments
• Previous roles in strategic communications consultancy is a plus

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with social media and integrated marketing communications
• Experience in multinational or global company

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
• Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
• We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
• Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For at Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.