Remote Corporate Communications Specialist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative remote team

Modern communication tools

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Remote Corporate Communications Specialist to craft and disseminate vital corporate messages from a home office. You will shape internal and external communications, ensuring clarity, consistency and impact across channels in a fully remote setting.

The role requires a strategic thinker with outstanding writing skills and a solid grasp of corporate messaging. You will work with distributed teams to uphold the brand voice and strategic objectives while driving employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in communications, journalism, PR, marketing, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications or PR.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading with a strong published portfolio.
• Proven ability to develop clear, concise materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience with social media management and business content creation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies.
• Craft content for newsletters, intranet, press releases, website, and social channels.
• Ensure consistency with brand messaging, tone, and style guidelines.
• Support corporate announcements and executive messaging.
• Manage the company's social media presence and engagement.
• Collaborate with HR, Marketing, Legal to ensure timely communications.
• Assist in crisis communication planning and execution.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends relevant to corporate communications.
• Measure effectiveness of initiatives and provide actionable reports.
• Maintain best practices in corporate communications.

Skills

Writing & Editing

Content Creation

Social Media Management

CMS

Brand Management

Remote Collaboration

Proofreading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field

Tools

CMS

Intranet platforms

Email marketing systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is expanding its communications division and is seeking a skilled Remote Corporate Communications Specialist to join their forward-thinking team. This fully remote role allows you to contribute your expertise in crafting and disseminating vital corporate messages from the comfort of your home office. You will play a key part in shaping internal and external communications, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impact across all platforms. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional writing skills and a thorough understanding of corporate messaging. You will be responsible for developing communication materials that align with the company's brand voice and strategic objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a communications professional who thrives in a remote environment and is eager to make a significant impact on corporate reputation and employee engagement. We are looking for a self-starter who can manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively with distributed teams. If you are passionate about clear, concise, and impactful corporate storytelling, this role offers immense potential for professional development and contribution. Join a team that values innovation and effective communication in the digital age.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies.
• Craft compelling content for various channels, including employee newsletters, company intranet, press releases, website copy, and social media posts.
• Ensure all communications are consistent with brand messaging, tone, and style guidelines.
• Support the creation and execution of corporate announcements and executive messaging.
• Manage the company's social media presence, engaging with audiences and monitoring conversations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Marketing, Legal) to ensure accurate and timely communication.
• Assist in the development and execution of crisis communication plans.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends relevant to the corporate landscape.
• Measure the effectiveness of communication initiatives and provide reports with actionable insights.
• Maintain an updated understanding of best practices in corporate communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio of published work.
• Proven ability to develop clear, concise, and engaging communication materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience with social media management and content creation for business purposes.
• Familiarity with internal communication platforms and tools (e.g., intranets, email marketing systems).
• Strong understanding of brand management and corporate messaging principles.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote work opportunity, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape critical corporate narratives.
• Professional growth and development in a dynamic industry.
• Collaborative and supportive remote work environment.
• Access to modern communication tools and technologies.
• Make a significant impact on employee engagement and brand perception.