Corporate Communications and Public Relations Manager

Private Advertiser; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A corporate communications firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Communications & Public Relations Manager in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The successful candidate will lead media relations, craft corporate messaging, and manage press communications. Key qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6-7 years of experience in corporate communications or media relations. Proficiency in Mandarin is a plus. This role demands strong writing skills and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• 6-7 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or media relations.
• Proven strong media network with Malaysian business and Chinese media.
• Experience handling corporate announcements and reputation management.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with media editors and journalists.
• Pitch corporate stories and business updates for media coverage.
• Draft and manage press releases and corporate announcements.
• Handle media enquiries, interviews, and press briefings.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment.

Skills

Strong media network in Malaysia

Excellent business writing skills

Proficiency in Mandarin

Crisis communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related fields

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Communications & Public Relations Manager to lead our media relations and corporate messaging. This role requires strong, established relationships with key Malaysian media and excellent business writing capabilities to manage corporate narratives and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with editors and journalists from major English and Chinese media, including The Edge Malaysia, The Star, and Nanyang Siang Pau.

Pitch corporate stories, business updates, and leadership commentaries to secure positive media coverage.

Draft and manage press releases, media statements, Q&A documents, and corporate announcements.

Handle media enquiries, interviews, and press briefings.

Support senior management with business writing, speech writing, and interview preparation.

Monitor media coverage, public sentiment, and reputational risks.

Support crisis communication and sensitive issue management when required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related fields.

6-7 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or media relations.

Proven strong media network with Malaysian business and Chinese media.

Excellent business writing skills in English; Mandarin proficiency is a strong advantage.

Experience handling corporate announcements and reputation management.

Confident, articulate, and able to engage senior stakeholders and media professionally.