Global Corporate Communications Lead (Remote)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to shape and execute strategic communications for a globally recognized leader. The role is remote within South Africa and supports collaboration across leaders while enabling flexible work from Vereeniging region.

You will drive internal and external messaging, manage media relations, and advise executives on reputational risk. The ideal candidate has a master's in communications, 8+ years in corporate comms, and a proven

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, with emphasis on strategic planning and execution.
• Proven track record in PR campaigns, media relations, and crisis communications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; strong stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated corporate communication strategies for internal and external audiences.
• Manage all aspects of public relations, media relations, and crisis communications.
• Craft narratives and key messages for employees, investors, media, and the public.
• Oversee publications, press releases, social media content, and website updates.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and industry influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends; provide analysis and recommendations.
• Advise senior leadership on communication strategies and reputational risks.
• Lead crisis communication efforts and develop response plans.
• Ensure consistent brand voice across all channels; collaborate with marketing and HR.

Skills

Strategic planning

Public relations

Media relations

Crisis communications

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Remote leadership

Education

Master's degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to shape and execute strategic communications for a globally recognized leader. The role is remote within South Africa and supports collaboration across leaders while enabling flexible work from Vereeniging region.

You will drive internal and external messaging, manage media relations, and advise executives on reputational risk. The ideal candidate has a master's in communications, 8+ years in corporate comms, and a proven