We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with 120,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.
About the team
Corporate & Indigenous Affairs is the voice of Coles Group internally and externally. With passion and pace, we collaborate with stakeholders across our business to better connect with our customers and each other. By working together, we further strengthen the trust and relatability our brands are known for across Australia.
About the role- 6 month mat leave cover
A mat leave cover opportunity for an experienced Communications Manager has arisen within our close-knit and energetic Corporate & Indigenous Affairs team.
What you’ll be doing
Reporting to Head of External Communications and Community Engagement, you’ll will play a pivotal role in delivering the company's communication strategy, particularly in relation to financial results and other critical corporate communication projects.
You’ll also
Lead preparation of media materials to support the company’s financial results announcements, working cross-functionally with Investor Relations, Company Secretary team, and other relevant team members.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key business and financial journalists and media outlets and respond to inquiries.
Develop and execute communication strategies to protect and enhance the company’s reputation during challenging issues and situations.
Drive the development of key messaging and materials to support executive speaking engagements, including speeches, speaking notes, reports, Q&A and other key documents.
What you bring
With knowledge of the Australian retail sector and an understanding of the challenges it faces, you’re a proven and proactive media relations professional with a love for corporate communications. You’ve worked in a fast-paced complex environment and come from an external communication and/or journalism background.
You’ll also need
• Experience developing and implementing campaigns, preferably within a publicly listed company or a similar high-stakes environment.
• Experience in liaising effectively with journalists. • Knowledge and understanding of Australian media.
- Experience in developing and executing issues management plans, specifically political, regulatory or other issues critical to corporate reputation
• Strong writing skills
- Demonstrated ability to change opinions through effective influencing of stakeholders.
With us it’s not about the discounts (although you do get those), it’s about joining a team where your wellbeing and professional development is our investment and celebrating your contributions is the norm. And because everyone leads unique lives, we offer flexible work, additional leave and parental leave entitlements.
We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au
Job ID: 132040
Employment Type: Fixed Term