Assistant Vice President, Group Communications@Editorial

Job Purpose

Support the development and execution of the Bank's strategic communications agenda, reputation management efforts and external positioning initiatives. The role will drive media relations, executive profiling, thought leadership and strategic content development, while providing senior communications support for major corporate reporting and publication initiatives, strategic communications projects and business-critical deliverables as required.

This role requires a strong communicator with experience in media engagement, corporate communications, journalism, broadcasting or content development, coupled with the ability to translate business strategies into compelling and impactful narratives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Thought Leadership

• Develop and execute strategic communication initiatives that support the Bank's business priorities, reputation and brand positioning.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop speeches, presentations, executive messages, articles, opinion pieces and thought leadership content.
• Support executive profiling initiatives and identify opportunities to enhance leadership visibility through relevant external platforms.
• Develop compelling narratives that strengthen stakeholder understanding of the Bank's strategy, purpose and value proposition.
• Provide strategic communications counsel and content support to internal stakeholders and business units.

Media Relations & External Communications

• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, producers, broadcasters and other media stakeholders.
• Identify and drive proactive media opportunities that enhance the Bank's profile and support business objectives.
• Draft and review press releases, media statements, key messages, Q&As, briefing documents and interview materials.
• Support the planning and execution of media briefings, interviews, press conferences and corporate announcements.
• Monitor media coverage and market developments, and provide insights to strengthen the Bank's visibility and reputation.
• Support media engagement activities that position the Bank and its leaders as credible voices on industry and business topics.

Strategic Content & Emerging Platforms

• Lead the development of innovative content initiatives and thought leadership platforms that strengthen stakeholder engagement.
• Drive the creation of multimedia content, executive storytelling programmes and new communication formats.
• Identify opportunities to leverage emerging communication channels and platforms to extend audience reach and engagement.
• Develop content strategies that support both internal and external communication objectives.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop content programmes that showcase the Bank's thought leadership and business priorities.

Corporate Communications & Special Projects

• Support the delivery of major corporate communications initiatives, strategic projects and key organisational milestones.
• Provide strategic writing, content development and stakeholder coordination support for corporate publications and business-critical communication deliverables.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure communication materials are accurate, aligned and consistent with the Bank's messaging and brand standards.
• Contribute subject matter expertise and project support for significant communications, reporting and publication initiatives as required.
• Provide communications support and additional capacity during peak periods for organisation-wide publications and strategic projects.
• Undertake research, writing, editing and project management responsibilities for high-priority corporate communications initiatives.
• Support the planning, development and delivery of major corporate publications, including annual reports, sustainability-related publications and other strategic reporting initiatives as required.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations, Media Studies, English, Marketing or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, media relations, journalism, broadcasting, public relations or related fields.
• Proven experience in developing strategic communications programmes and managing media engagement.
• Experience supporting senior executives and leadership profiling initiatives.
• Experience in financial services, listed companies, media organisations, communications agencies or corporate affairs functions would be an advantage.
• Experience supporting the development of annual reports, integrated reports, sustainability reports or other major corporate publications would be highly advantageous.
• Background in journalism, broadcasting, television, radio, podcasting or digital media would be highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent writing, editing and storytelling abilities.
• Strong media relations and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex business information into clear, engaging and audience-centric content.
• Strong project management and organisational capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to build productive/ positive working relationships across functions and levels of the organisation.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while contributing independently in a fast-paced environment