Strategic Communications Lead – Asset Management

M&G Investments Southern Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment firm in South Africa is seeking a Communications Manager to lead their communications strategy and manage a communications specialist. The successful candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in similar roles within financial services or asset management. Key responsibilities include developing high-quality content across various channels, driving PR efforts, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. A strong background in writing and editorial skills is essential, along with sound judgement in decision-making. The role offers a collaborative environment with a focus on both strategy and execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a similar or related communications role.
• Knowledge and/or experience in asset management and/or financial services is essential.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a communications specialist.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a communications strategy aligned to marketing objectives.
• Act as a trusted communications advisor to senior internal stakeholders.
• Drive PR with leading publications to aid brand awareness.
• Manage the Communications function with oversight from the Marketing Manager.
• Coordinate the writing and editing of quarterly fund commentary.

Skills

Excellent written and editorial skills

Ability to interpret and communicate data

Strong command of financial language

Calm under pressure

Collaboration

Sound judgement in decision-making

Education

Marketing or Journalism qualification

Economics / Investment Management or related qualification

Job description

A prominent investment firm in South Africa is seeking a Communications Manager to lead their communications strategy and manage a communications specialist. The successful candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in similar roles within financial services or asset management. Key responsibilities include developing high-quality content across various channels, driving PR efforts, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. A strong background in writing and editorial skills is essential, along with sound judgement in decision-making. The role offers a collaborative environment with a focus on both strategy and execution.