Head - Corporate Communications

Head (Corporate Communications) :

- The role is responsible for developing communication strategies that support business objectives and drive growth.

- The role will also be responsible for working with key cross-functional colleagues including Client Relationship Managers, Marketing, Product and Government Relations, to ensure the Corporate Communication function supports the objectives of the wider business units.

- You will manage in market agency to deliver effective communication programs across the markets. & oversees all corporate communications functions of the organisation, including media relations, industry analyst relations, public affairs and issues management.

- Develop and oversees communication programs that support Co's brand, marketing, product, and technology strategies and also supports executive and employee communication, and digital communication strategies.

Corporate Reputation :

- Work with the Head of Marketing to develop communication strategies that support Co's business objectives and drive growth across the market

- Develop communication programs that demonstrate the value of Organisation to everyone, everywhere across India

- Develop key messages that communicate the attributes of trust, choice and growth of Co's as a business and an organization.

- Drive Co's Financial Literacy program across the market.

Media Relations :

Lead all aspects of Co's media relations programs across India including :

- Developing the strategy and managing the execution of all media engagement

- Identifying and maximizing opportunities to enhance Co's profile in the media

- Developing content to promote Co's brand, technical and industry leadership, new products and services

- Establishing and maintaining close relationships with journalists across general, business, lifestyle and technology media

- Ensuring spokespeople are well briefed and trained to deliver key messages

- Ensuring Co's senior management are seen as trusted authorities by the local media

- Creating opportunities for the Country Manager and other key management to obtain high, positive profile in broadcast and print media.

Executive Relations :

- Provide executive communication support to the Country Manager across a variety of internal, external, client, and media communications opportunities

Integrated Marketing Communications : Work closely with the India Marketing function to ensure corporate communication and marketing programs are aligned and a coordinated approach is being taken to leverage Co's assets across the markets

Agency Management : Lead and manage in market agency support to successfully deliver communication programs across the market

Internal communications : Lead the development and delivery of informative and engaging internal communications activities including employee communications programs and staff volunteering events

Public affairs : Work with the Government Relations function to support Co's public policy position across India

Client communications : To support the business to communicate with all relevant levels of management within client organizations

Sponsorships : Develop PAN INDIA activities to leverage sponsorships

Qualification & Experience :

i. MBA in Mass Communication or Public Relations or Journalism or related field with 12 Plus Years of Experience working in a relevant corporation or Public Relations consultancy & last 5 Years Heading Corporate Communication.

ii. Strong network of media contacts

iii. Organized with attention to detail.

iv. Superior ability to write in a journalistic style that is customary for corporate and external publications.

v. Ability to offer sound media relations advice to senior leadership.

vi. Excellent managerial and organizational abilities.

vii. Ability to work with corporate management, employees, media, and the larger community.

viii. Ability to coordinate efforts of various teams in order to present a coherent message.

ix. Strategic communications planning

x. Superior interpersonal and presentation skills

xi. Financial budgeting

Technical :

i. Microsoft Office competency

ii. Expertise in social media and digital communication channels

Remuneration :

- An outstanding remuneration package that rewards professionalism and diligence will be on offer for the successful applicant as well as a well defined career path.

- An excellent package will be on offer for the right candidate, including an above industry base salary for the right person as well as the most complete employee benefit scheme. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join the market leader