Corporate Communications Manager

Ad Talent Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ad Talent Africa is seeking an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to lead integrated internal and external communications from its Isando base in Johannesburg. You will translate business strategy into clear, engaging messaging, manage media relations, and strengthen the corporate brand across multiple channels.

In this senior role, you will collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to develop content, storytelling and toolkits that align with business objectives and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Corporate Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• Proven senior corporate communications experience.
• Strong media relations and stakeholder management experience.
• Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing corporate reputation and brand communications.
• Ability to translate business strategy into clear communication and to work with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the corporate communications strategy.
• Translate business strategy and change into clear, engaging communication.
• Lead internal and external communications across multiple channels.
• Manage media relations, press releases and corporate responses.
• Protect and strengthen the corporate brand and identity.
• Develop compelling content and corporate storytelling.
• Support leadership with messaging, talking points and communication toolkits.
• Partner with HR, Change, IT and operational teams on key initiatives.
• Measure communication effectiveness and use feedback to improve engagement.

Skills

Media relations

Internal communications

Stakeholder management

Writing & storytelling

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communications/PR/Journalism/Marketing

Job description

WHO ARE WE

A leading organisation operating in a fast-paced, complex environment, with a strong focus on customer experience, people, reputation and business growth.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

An experienced Corporate Communications Manager to lead integrated internal and external communications, strengthen the corporate brand and manage media and stakeholder engagement.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Develop and manage the corporate communications strategy.
• Translate business strategy and change into clear, engaging communication.
• Lead internal and external communications across multiple channels.
• Manage media relations, press releases and corporate responses.
• Protect and strengthen the corporate brand and identity.
• Develop compelling content and corporate storytelling.
• Support leadership with messaging, talking points and communication toolkits.
• Partner with HR, Change, IT and operational teams on key initiatives.
• Measure communication effectiveness and use feedback to improve engagement.

WHAT DO YOU NEED

• A relevant degree/diploma in Corporate Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior corporate communications role.
• Strong media relations, internal communications and stakeholder management experience.
• Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing corporate reputation and brand communications.
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Confident working with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders.
• The ability to operate in a fast-paced, changing environment.

? Based in Isando, Johannesburg - office-based.