SVP, Corporate Communications - Public Services

A well established public services organisation is looking for a SVP, Corporate Communications.

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The Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications is responsible for leading the organisation's communications strategy across a diverse portfolio of businesses and stakeholders. This role shapes and safeguards corporate reputation, drives integrated communications efforts, and strengthens public trust in line with the organisation's social mission and business objectives.
The SVP will oversee corporate communications, media relations, digital communications, internal communications, and crisis management, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment across all entities within the group.

Your new role

• Lead communications strategy aligned with organisational purpose and business priorities
  
• Manage corporate reputation and brand, ensuring consistent positioning across entities
  
• Oversee media relations and public messaging, including thought leadership and key announcements
  
• Direct crisis communications and issues management, advising leadership on sensitive matters
  
• Drive internal communications and employee engagement across the organisation
  
• Guide digital and content strategy to enhance stakeholder reach and engagement
  
• Manage key external stakeholders, including government, partners, and media
  
• Lead and develop the communications team while coordinating across business units
  

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 15-20 years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or related fields
  
• Proven track record in a large, complex organisation (e.g. conglomerate, public sector, or government-linked entity)
  
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder environments, including government and public interest considerations
  
• Demonstrated expertise in crisis communications and reputation management
  

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to shape the voice and reputation of a large, purpose-driven organisation
  
• High visibility role with direct access to senior leadership and decision-making
  
• Exposure to complex, multi-sector businesses and national-level issues
  

What you need to do now

If you feel like you meet the above requirements or know someone who does, then click on the link to apply, or, you may send your application/referral directly to me at [Confidential Information].

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career.

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