Strategic Corporate Communications Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plans

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Corporate Communications Specialist in Centurion, Gauteng. The role combines office and remote work in a hybrid setup, focusing on strengthening our client’s corporate image and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will craft messaging across channels, manage social channels, support executive communications, and monitor media to provide strategic insights for brand consistency and effective outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, English or related field.
• At least 4 years in corporate communications or PR.
• Ability to craft clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing social channels and digital communications.
• Knowledge of media monitoring and Gauteng/South Africa media landscape.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external corporate communications strategies.
• Create press releases, newsletters, website copy and social updates.
• Manage corporate social media channels and brand voice.
• Support executive communications including speeches and presentations.
• Monitor media coverage and report insights.
• Coordinate corporate events and press briefings.
• Liaise with media and build professional relationships.
• Contribute to crisis communication planning and response.
• Ensure communications align with company values and objectives.

Skills

Content writing

Social media mgmt

Media monitoring

Crisis comms

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism/English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Corporate Communications Specialist in Centurion, Gauteng. The role combines office and remote work in a hybrid setup, focusing on strengthening our client’s corporate image and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will craft messaging across channels, manage social channels, support executive communications, and monitor media to provide strategic insights for brand consistency and effective outreach.