Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

We have an exciting opportunity for External Communications Manager to join us based in our Yarra Falls office. You will be responsible to demonstrate a track record of generating trade, specialist and national media coverage, preferably in Australia/New Zealand, and be able to create effective general written communications.

Why is this role exciting? Well, there are a few things that make this role stand out:

• You will work with some of our biggest ASX listed clients
• You will join a great supportive team, who will support you along the way
• You will join us in an exciting time of growth as we move our clients onto a new platform

Responsibilities or duties

A role you will love

• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, responding to enquiries and positioning Computershare as a trusted source.
• Protect the company's reputation by drafting statements, supporting incident and crisis communications, and monitoring media coverage to keep regional stakeholders informed.
• Support and develop local media spokespeople through media coaching and preparation.
• Partner with Marketing to integrate media angles into campaigns and ensure content is newsworthy and aligned with journalist interests.
• Manage and attend media events, launches and other external activities as required.
• Contribute to corporate campaigns by supporting Investor Relations communications and developing content for the Annual Report, Sustainability Report and other global initiatives.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

What will you bring to the role?

We are looking for someone who is a great communicator, able to balance conflicting priorities and someone who is technology savvy.

Other key skills required for the role include:

Experience needed

• Proven working experience in a communications environment with experience working in complex or political environments.
• Experience promoting products, services or technologies to journalists
• A background in corporate, professional or financial services, with some exposure to regulatory processes or organizations
• Experience working as a journalist and/or in a PR agency environment, the latter particularly in promoting products and services or technology.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Rewards designed for you

• Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.
• Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.
• Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you'll receive a company contribution as well.
• Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.
• And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.

A company to be proud of

We're a global leader in financial administration with over 11,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.

Fairness and culture

We're dedicated to providing you with the opportunity to succeed on your own merits, starting from the application process and continuing throughout your career with us. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, to remove barriers and obstacles and ensure equal opportunities for all. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, responding to enquiries and positioning Computershare as a trusted source.
• Protect the company's reputation by drafting statements, supporting incident and crisis communications, and monitoring media coverage to keep regional stakeholders informed.
• Support and develop local media spokespeople through media coaching and preparation.
• Partner with Marketing to integrate media angles into campaigns and ensure content is newsworthy and aligned with journalist interests.
• Manage and attend media events, launches and other external activities as required.
• Contribute to corporate campaigns by supporting Investor Relations communications and developing content for the Annual Report, Sustainability Report and other global initiatives.

• Great communicator
• Able to balance conflicting priorities
• Technology savvy

• Proven working experience in a communications environment with experience working in complex or political environments.
• Experience promoting products, services or technologies to journalists
• A background in corporate, professional or financial services, with some exposure to regulatory processes or organizations
• Experience working as a journalist and/or in a PR agency environment, the latter particularly in promoting products and services or technology.
• A University degree is preferred, but not essential, especially if the candidate shows a strong track record working in communications.
• Some evidence of defensive communications would be an advantage, although not essential.