Manager - Corporate Communications

Heineken Malaysia Berhad; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Heineken Malaysia Berhad is seeking a Manager for Corporate Communications. This role will focus on developing integrated communication strategies and managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring the company’s purpose aligns with messaging. Candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in FMCG, and a commitment to excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in FMCG and corporate communications.
• Experience in managing corporate communications strategies.
• Background in communications, social or environmental science.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate communications strategy.
• Lead external communications including media relations.
• Drive internal communications and ensure alignment with company strategy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Digital communication

Crisis management

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Communications

Business Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Your role in HEINEKEN

As a Manager - Corporate Communications, you will drive the development and delivery of HEINEKEN Malaysia’s integrated communications agenda, spanning both external and internal communications. The role is central to shaping the company’s reputation, amplifying its voice on critical topics, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to support long-term business success and social legitimacy.

A key focus of this role is to lead the rollout and embedding of HEINEKEN Malaysia’s company purpose, ensuring that it is clearly communicated, understood, and lived both within the organisation and in external stakeholder engagement.

In this role, you will also

• Develop and implement HEINEKEN Malaysia’s corporate communications strategy to enhance reputation, support business goals, and build stakeholder trust.
• Embed the company’s purpose in leadership messaging, internal culture, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead external communications including financial reporting, media relations, public affairs, and crisis management.
• Drive internal communications through Townhalls, WorkVivo, newsletters, and cascades to align employees with company strategy and values.
• Execute a digital and social media strategy highlighting sustainability, responsible consumption, and anti-illicit alcohol efforts.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all platforms in line with global standards and local context.
• Advise senior leaders on communication strategies that align with business decisions and stakeholder expectations.
• Manage corporate campaigns and evaluate their effectiveness to strengthen reputation and license to operate.

Key Requirements:

• Undergraduate Degree in Communications, Human Resources Management, Business Studies, International Relations, or equivalent
• At least6 – 8 years working experience (including management experience) in FMCG and Corporate communications is an added advantage
• Background in communications, social or environmental science
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); Adobe Photoshop skills are a plus
• Good interpersonal skill, highly passionate and good team player
• Versatile, result oriented and enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to delivering results with stability, accountability and precision