Digital Strategy & Reputation Associate

Brunswick Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick South Africa is seeking an Associate to join our growing Digital practice in Johannesburg. You will advise leading organisations on corporate communications, executive positioning, reputation management and issues across digital channels.

The role involves developing social media strategies, presenting to CEOs, and collaborating with creatives, consultants and media specialists to deliver integrated programmes. 5–8 years in digital communications is expected.

Qualifications

• Around 5–8 years’ experience in digital communications, corporate communications, consulting or agency environments.
• Experience advising clients rather than solely delivering campaigns.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders.
• Exposure to listed companies, financial communications or corporate reputation work would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop digital and social media strategies aligned to corporate and business objectives.
• Advise clients on executive positioning, thought leadership and corporate reputation.
• Apply digital thinking across mergers and acquisitions, financial communications, ESG, crises and corporate campaigns.
• Help clients navigate digital risks and emerging issues.
• Lead day-to-day digital relationships with clients.
• Present recommendations confidently to senior executives.
• Identify opportunities to expand digital support across existing accounts.
• Work closely with Partners and Directors to shape client strategy.

Skills

Digital communications

Stakeholder management

Social media strategy

Executive positioning

Job description

Brunswick South Africa is seeking an Associate to join our growing Digital practice in Johannesburg. You will advise leading organisations on corporate communications, executive positioning, reputation management and issues across digital channels.

The role involves developing social media strategies, presenting to CEOs, and collaborating with creatives, consultants and media specialists to deliver integrated programmes. 5–8 years in digital communications is expected.