Senior PR & Communications Executive

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Global health insurance

Home office stipend

International travel

Remote work flexibility

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior PR & Communications Executive to lead a global, remote-first public relations and corporate communications program. You will shape messaging, manage international media relations, and guide crisis communications from a distance, ensuring consistent storytelling across markets and channels.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in strategic communications, superb writing, and a track record of high-profile campaigns in energy/tech or related sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in PR and corporate communications, with senior leadership.
• Proven ability to develop and execute global communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills with a strong portfolio.
• Extensive media relations experience including securing high-profile coverage.
• Experience in crisis communications and digital communications management.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote, globally-dispersed team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global PR and corporate communications strategies.
• Manage international, national, and trade media relationships.
• Craft press releases, statements, speeches, and communications materials.
• Lead crisis communication efforts and rapid response.
• Oversee digital communications, social media, and online reputation management.
• Develop thought leadership content and executive media engagements.
• Monitor media coverage and provide insights to leadership.
• Collaborate with marketing, investor relations, and legal for integrated messaging.
• Manage external PR agencies and consultants as needed.
• Stay updated on global PR trends in sustainable energy.

Skills

Public relations strategy

Media relations

Crisis communications

Content development

Digital communications

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism/Marketing

Tools

Media monitoring tools

CMS/Website editing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior PR & Communications Executive to lead their communications strategy. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while driving impactful PR and communications initiatives for the company. You will be responsible for developing and executing a robust public relations and corporate communications strategy that elevates brand awareness, manages reputation, and engages key stakeholders across diverse markets. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in strategic communications, media relations, crisis management, and content development, with a proven ability to operate autonomously and lead from a distance. This role is critical for shaping the company's public narrative and ensuring consistent, compelling messaging. We are looking for an exceptional communicator with a deep understanding of the global media landscape and a passion for sustainability, ready to make a significant impact in a remote-first, dynamic organization. The successful candidate will leverage digital and traditional channels to amplify the company's achievements and thought leadership, contributing directly to its growth and influence worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive global PR and corporate communications strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage media relations, cultivating strong relationships with international, national, and trade media.
• Craft compelling press releases, statements, speeches, and other communications materials for diverse audiences.
• Lead crisis communication efforts, providing strategic counsel and rapid response.
• Oversee the company's digital communications, including social media strategy, website content, and online reputation management.
• Develop thought leadership content and facilitate executive media engagements.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze sentiment, and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, investor relations, legal) to ensure integrated and consistent messaging.
• Manage external PR agencies and communication consultants as needed.
• Stay abreast of global trends in PR, communications, and the sustainable energy sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in PR and corporate communications, with a significant portion in senior leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing global communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and public speaking skills, with a portfolio showcasing impactful campaigns.
• Extensive experience in media relations, including securing high-profile coverage.
• Proven ability to manage complex crisis communications scenarios.
• Strong understanding of digital communication tools, social media, and online reputation management.
• Self-starter with exceptional organizational skills, capable of managing a demanding workload remotely.
• Experience in the energy or technology sector is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global, remote team environment, ideally with connections to the communications landscape in provinces like Limpopo

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive global health insurance coverage.
• Generous home office stipend and technology allowance.
• Opportunities for extensive professional development and international travel (when required).
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a balanced lifestyle.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement within a growing international company.
• Exposure to cutting-edge sustainable energy technologies and initiatives.
• Collaborative and innovative remote team culture.