Lead - PR and Communications

Highly reputable Bank seeks professional Communications lead for strategic and core Business Units. Pivotal role to develop and drive Communication and PR strategies, campaigns and plans. Protect the reputation of the firm and communicate initiatives & success stories. Exciting new opportunity with market leader.

Main Responsibilities:

• Formulate powerful external Communications strategy that positions the BUs and enhances stakeholder trust.
• Key role to maintain and protect the reputation of the FS firm.
• Craft appropriate responses and narratives across media platforms.
• Develop strategic PR plans. Gain insights on the products and markets, and clients requirements in this space, etc.
• Prepare and present proposals.
• Drive PR campaigns. Engage with key stakeholders internally and externally such as BU Heads, creatives, media, etc.
• Lead the development of important PR and Communication messaging.
• Ensure accurate and informative writing, proofreading, and distribution of news releases, speeches and presentations.
• Develop opportunities for Business Leaders to build the brand and company profile in the market.
• Arrange and manage speaking engagements, press announcements, special events.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant Degree, Hons or Masters, an advantage.
• Seasoned Communications leader from Banking or Professional Services (Legal, Audit) or PR Comms Agency (FS clients), preferably.
• Strong business acumen and understanding the full communication mix.

Should you be interested in this opportunity:

• Please submit your CV via the link. You will be directed to our database, Ditto.
• For queries, please contact Bev at SET on 082 495 8595.
• No WhatsApp CVs can be accepted.
• Looking forward to hearing from you.