Group Head of Marketing & Communications (Multinational)

Clarkhouse Human Capital; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic human resources consulting firm based in Randburg, South Africa, seeks a Marketing & Communications leader to drive branding and communication across a global multi-division organization. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including strong leadership and expertise in PR, digital marketing, and crisis communications. This role requires exceptional stakeholder engagement abilities and the capacity to influence at the executive level, as well as a commitment to working full-time in-office.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in marketing & communications, including leadership across global or multi-country environments.
• Strength in PR, digital, and crisis communication.
• Exceptional stakeholder and executive engagement capability.

Responsibilities

• Drive group-wide brand and communication strategy across a multi-division organisation.
• Lead PR, digital, internal communications, events, and crisis communications.
• Align divisional marketing teams and oversee a complex house of brands.

Skills

Leadership in marketing & communications

Stakeholder engagement

Crisis communication

Digital marketing

Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or related field

MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification

Job description

Overview

We’re seeking a strategic Marketing & Communications leader to drive group-wide brand and communication strategy across a multi-division organisation operating in 26+ countries.

In this role, you’ll lead PR, digital, internal communications, events, executive profiling, crisis communications and stakeholder engagement, while guiding divisional marketing teams and aligning a complex house of brands.

Ideal candidates bring strong international exposure , experience navigating complex organisations , and the ability to influence at executive level.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or related field (essential)
• MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification (preferred)
• 10+ years’ experience in marketing & communications, including leadership across global or multi-country environments
• Strength in PR, digital, and crisis communication
• Exceptional stakeholder and executive engagement capability
• Ability to work full-time in the office

We’re looking for a global brand shaper — not a traditional marketer.

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