Manager Media & Communications

ROLE DETAILS

• Remuneration package midpoint: $140,400 incl. super
• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Sydney
• ASAP start
• Hybrid working model with WFH flexibility

ABOUT THE COMPANY
This purpose-led national organisation is growing quickly and building additional capability across communications and engagement. The work is complex, visible and genuinely meaningful, creating an exciting environment for people who enjoy change and challenge. You'll join a collaborative team where initiative, good judgement, creativity and the confidence to get stuck in are highly valued.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Take ownership of a dedicated media portfolio in a newly strengthened communications function. You'll partner closely with internal stakeholders, uncover strong stories, create sharp media materials and build relationships that support broader public understanding. This is a hands-on role for someone with hustle, curiosity and excellent judgement who can quickly turn complex information into content that cuts through.

DUTIES

• Manage proactive and reactive media activity across an allocated portfolio
• Create strong media narratives around organisational priorities and key milestones
• Develop releases, statements, talking points, interview briefs and media responses
• Build and maintain productive relationships with journalists and media outlets
• Research emerging topics and identify opportunities for proactive media engagement
• Translate technical, policy-driven or data-heavy information into accessible stories
• Monitor media coverage and provide concise analysis of risks and opportunities
• Advise senior stakeholders on media positioning, issues and messaging
• Prepare spokespeople for interviews, events and public commentary
• Work flexibly across the broader communications team as priorities evolve

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years' experience in media, communications, journalism or public affairs
• Demonstrated success managing media enquiries and developing proactive stories
• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong journalist relationship-building skills and knowledge of the Australian media landscape
• Creative, content-driven thinking and strong editorial judgement
• Ability to quickly research unfamiliar topics and find the information needed to progress work
• Resilience, initiative and confidence operating with changing priorities
• Strong stakeholder management skills and comfort working with senior leaders
• Experience in government, finance, property, infrastructure, major corporates or other highly regulated environments is highly regarded
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience

BENEFITS

• Competitive $140,400 remuneration package midpoint
• Hybrid working with WFH flexibility
• Dedicated portfolio ownership and significant scope to bring new ideas
• $500 annual wellbeing benefit following probation
• Three gifted leave days during the Christmas/New Year shutdown
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave and swap public holidays
• Five days of special leave annually, subject to relevant criteria
• EAP, income protection and paid parental leave benefits subject to eligibility
• Interesting, purposeful work within a growing communications function

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
At Lotus People, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.
Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI. If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 2-3 business days for an initial phone screen. Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role.
Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take phone enquiries about roles before an application is submitted. We ask that all interested candidates please apply online and wait to hear from us. Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome, so you will not be left wondering.
Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for five consecutive years. We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.