Senior Media Relations Lead — Innovation Narratives

NUS Enterprise; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NUS Enterprise seeks a Media Relations Lead to shape how its innovations are told, across Singapore and globally. You will uncover breakthrough stories, craft compelling narratives, and lead media engagement in a high-impact, hands-on role at the intersection of storytelling, reputation, and innovation.

The role emphasizes developing media strategies, managing interviews and events, and advising on messaging for senior leaders. Location: Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in media relations, public relations or corporate communications, with leadership or supervisory exposure.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver media strategies at scale across multiple channels.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills with strong news judgment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media strategies for announcements and initiatives.
• Pitch stories, handle media queries and coordinate interviews, briefings, visits and events.
• Advise senior stakeholders on messages and crisis communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists across Singapore, the region and globally.
• Measure media impact and translate insights into stronger future strategies.
• Support strategic communications priorities and management reporting.

Skills

Media relations

Leadership

Storytelling

Crisis communications

Journalist relations

Strategic thinking

News instincts

Writing & editing

Interpersonal skills

Job description

NUS Enterprise seeks a Media Relations Lead to shape how its innovations are told, across Singapore and globally. You will uncover breakthrough stories, craft compelling narratives, and lead media engagement in a high-impact, hands-on role at the intersection of storytelling, reputation, and innovation.

The role emphasizes developing media strategies, managing interviews and events, and advising on messaging for senior leaders. Location: Kent Ridge Campus, Singapore.