Brand Communications Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Presencial; ZAR 700.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonuses & profit-sharing opportunities

Medical and retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development funding

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a strategic Brand Communications Manager to lead integrated communication initiatives, enhancing brand visibility, managing reputation, and building stakeholder relationships across internal and external channels.

You will oversee brand messaging, media relations, content creation, and crisis communication, while mentoring the communications team and shaping a cohesive brand narrative in KwaZulu-Natal's industrial hub.

Formación

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in brand communications and public relations.
• Proven leadership, project management and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the KwaZulu-Natal business landscape.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement integrated communication and PR strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Manage internal and external communications, including press releases, speeches, and corporate announcements.
• Oversee brand messaging and ensure consistency across all channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with media, industry influencers, and key stakeholders.
• Manage reputation, including crisis communication planning and response.
• Lead and mentor the communications team, fostering creativity and excellence.

Conocimientos

Brand communications

Public relations

Media relations

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Project management

Educación

Master's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client seeks a strategic Brand Communications Manager to lead their communication initiatives in Richards Bay. This pivotal role involves developing and executing integrated communication strategies to enhance brand visibility, manage reputation, and foster strong stakeholder relationships. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of brand messaging, public relations, and content creation, ensuring a cohesive and impactful brand presence. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned communications professional to drive brand strategy and make a significant impact within the dynamic industrial hub of Richards Bay, working within the vibrant Media & PR sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication and PR strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Manage all internal and external communications, including press releases, speeches, and corporate announcements.
• Oversee brand messaging and ensure consistency across all communication channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, industry influencers, and key stakeholders.
• Manage the company's reputation, including crisis communication planning and response.
• Lead and mentor the communications team, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in brand communications and public relations.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the Media & PR industry and communication best practices.
• Strong understanding of the business landscape in KwaZulu-Natal.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Generous annual leave and professional development funding.
• Opportunities to lead impactful projects and shape brand narrative.