Corporate Communications Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary package

Medical aid and life insurance

Pension fund

Professional development andconference

Hybrid work model in Klerksdorp

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to lead the company's strategic messaging from Klerksdorp, North West. The role oversees internal and external communications, brand consistency, and stakeholder engagement.

Hybrid work allows collaboration with senior leadership while enabling remote work flexibility. The successful candidate will develop comprehensive strategies, manage media relations, and guide crisis communications within a dynamic national

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• At least 6 years of progressive experience in corporate communications or public relations.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, social media, and internal communications.
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Hybrid work model; must be able to work from Klerksdorp office for collaboration days.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated corporate communication strategies.
• Manage internal and external communication channels: press releases, newsletters, social media, intranet.
• Oversee brand messaging across platforms.
• Manage media relations, respond to inquiries, build journalist relationships.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans.
• Create content for executive communications, speeches, and presentations.
• Collaborate with marketing, HR, and legal to align efforts.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on communications.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Media relations

Crisis communications

Stakeholder management

Internal communications

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journ/Marketing

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished national corporation, is actively seeking an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to oversee their strategic communication initiatives from their offices in **Klerksdorp, North West**. This leadership role is pivotal in shaping and disseminating the company's narrative to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies, managing corporate reputation, and ensuring clear, consistent messaging across all channels. This hybrid position allows for essential in-office collaboration with senior leadership and key departments, combined with the flexibility of remote work. We pride ourselves on a culture of excellence and innovation within **Klerksdorp, North West**, and seek a passionate communicator to join our ranks. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive impactful corporate messaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated corporate communication strategies.
• Manage all internal and external communication channels, including press releases, newsletters, social media, and intranet.
• Oversee the company's brand messaging and ensure consistency across all platforms.
• Manage media relations, respond to inquiries, and cultivate relationships with journalists.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans.
• Create compelling content for executive communications, speeches, and presentations.
• Collaborate with marketing, HR, and legal departments to align communication efforts.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in corporate communications.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on communication matters.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in corporate communications or public relations.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, social media, and internal communications.
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing office and remote work.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to work from our **Klerksdorp, North West** office for scheduled collaboration days.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive annual salary package of ZAR, along with performance-based bonuses.
• Employees enjoy comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and a generous pension fund.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and conference attendance are provided.
• The hybrid work model in Klerksdorp, North West, promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Our client values its employees and fosters a collaborative and growth-oriented culture, offering a dynamic career path within a stable organization.