Remote Corporate Communications Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Communications Manager to lead corporate communications with a strategic, brand-conscious approach. The role focuses on developing and executing comprehensive communications strategies that strengthen reputation and stakeholder engagement, all from a fully remote setup.

You will craft compelling messaging, manage media relations, and guide executive communications, with a strong emphasis on crisis communications and analytics to inform decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 7–9 years of progressive experience in corporate communications or PR.
• Proven track record in developing and executing comms strategies.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive media relations experience and journalist contacts.
• Proficiency with digital channels and social media management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans for internal and external audiences.
• Craft press releases, speeches, and corporate messaging.
• Manage media relations and serve as primary journalist contact.
• Oversee social media and digital communication channels.
• Ensure brand consistency across materials and platforms.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Exceptional writing

Media relations

Editing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Social media management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Communications Manager to lead corporate communications with a strategic, brand-conscious approach. The role focuses on developing and executing comprehensive communications strategies that strengthen reputation and stakeholder engagement, all from a fully remote setup.

You will craft compelling messaging, manage media relations, and guide executive communications, with a strong emphasis on crisis communications and analytics to inform decision-making.