Brand & Communications Strategist - Financial Services (Pretoria)

Placements24; Pretoria; Presencial; ZAR 360.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Communications Specialist for a leading financial services institution in Pretoria. The role focuses on brand messaging, corporate communications, and PR, translating complex financial information into clear content.

You will partner with marketing, legal, and executive teams to ensure brand consistency and drive impactful campaigns. You will develop strategic plans, craft messaging for press releases and internal comms, manage brand voice, and monitor industry trends.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in corporate communications, brand management, or public relations.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with ability to tailor tone for different audiences.
• Strong understanding of brand strategy and messaging development.
• Experience in financial services or a highly regulated industry is preferred.
• Proficiency in content management systems and digital communication tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media relations and public affairs.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Pretoria.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans to enhance brand perception and stakeholder engagement.
• Craft clear, concise, and compelling messaging for press releases, internal communications, website content, and marketing collateral.
• Manage the company's brand voice and ensure consistency across all communication platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on campaign development and execution.
• Liaise with media contacts and support public relations initiatives.
• Develop content for executive leadership, including speeches and presentations.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor communications to inform strategy.
• Support crisis communication efforts as required.
• Ensure all communications adhere to regulatory and compliance standards.

Conocimientos

Writing

Editing

Brand management

Corporate communications

Stakeholder engagement

CMS experience

Public relations

Content creation

Educación

Bachelor's degree (Communications/Marketing/PR/Journalism)

Herramientas

CMS (Content Management Systems)

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Communications Specialist for a leading financial services institution in Pretoria. The role focuses on brand messaging, corporate communications, and PR, translating complex financial information into clear content.

You will partner with marketing, legal, and executive teams to ensure brand consistency and drive impactful campaigns. You will develop strategic plans, craft messaging for press releases and internal comms, manage brand voice, and monitor industry trends.