Brand Communications Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Fully remote

Health & retirement benefits

Development budget

Lead brand voice

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Brand Communications Manager to spearhead our client’s communication strategy. This fully remote role is based from Port Elizabeth and targets consistent messaging across national platforms.

You will develop campaigns, lead storytelling, and collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure brand coherence. A Master’s in Marketing/Comms/PR and 7+ years’ experience are required for this senior position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in brand management, corporate communications, or PR.
• Proven success in developing and implementing brand communication strategies.
• Exceptional storytelling, writing, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing online reputation and social media communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the execution of comprehensive brand communication strategies.
• Create compelling brand stories and messaging for diverse audiences and channels.
• Manage media relations, including proactive pitching and reactive crisis communication.
• Oversee social media content and engagement strategies to build brand presence.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure brand consistency.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed.

Skills

Brand mgmt

Corporate comms

Public relations

Storytelling

Writing

Media relations

Social media

Education

Master's degree in Marketing/Communications/PR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and experienced Brand Communications Manager to spearhead their communication efforts, working remotely from Port Elizabeth . This role will define and execute the brand's communication strategy, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms and cultivating a strong public image. You will play a key role in developing impactful campaigns, managing media relations, and building brand advocacy. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned communications professional to lead from a remote position and shape the brand's narrative on a national scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the execution of comprehensive brand communication strategies.
• Create compelling brand stories and messaging for diverse audiences and channels.
• Manage media relations, including proactive pitching and reactive crisis communication.
• Oversee social media content and engagement strategies to build brand presence.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure brand consistency.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in brand management, corporate communications, or PR.
• Proven success in developing and implementing brand communication strategies.
• Exceptional storytelling, writing, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing online reputation and social media communications.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary with significant bonus potential.
• Fully remote position offering unparalleled work-life balance.
• Executive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Significant budget for professional development and innovative projects.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the brand voice from anywhere, including Port Elizabeth .