Senior Manager Communications Strategy

Job description

SENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS (PUBLIC RELATIONS) – CORPORATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNANCE – SYDNEY

At Allianz, we’re proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2025 and a Great Place to Work. As a leading global insurance and asset management brand, we prioritise care for our customers, the planet, and each other. We hire the very best people to further our commitment to securing the future for our customers.

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part of an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

About the role

The primary purpose of this role is to lead the development of proactive public relations strategies to build trust in the Allianz brand and enhance Allianz's reputation in the community. Reporting into the Head of External Communications, this role also manages media relations and contributes to the management of reputation risks.

• Co-create and implement Allianz’s proactive media engagement and communications plan.
• Manage responses to incoming media enquiries on behalf of Allianz in conjunction with subject matter experts
• Develop and implement bespoke local thought leadership campaigns to ensure Allianz has a prominent voice on strategically important issues.
• Identify opportunities to positively position Allianz’s senior executives in media.
• Oversee relationships with external agencies to ensure best practice public relations processes and asset delivery.
• Contribute to the execution of Allianz crisis communication plans and help develop external messaging for media issues.
• Develop external speeches and presentations on behalf of Senior Management Team members.
• Develop and manage best practice media and reputational measurement, monitoring, and reporting solutions. Measure and assess the effectiveness of communication plans quarterly and share learnings to promote continuous improvement.

About you

• Significant experience in business media/communications leadership role within a complex, matrixed corporate environment or PR agency.
• Proven experience in developing stakeholder relationships and consulting on internal and external best practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of corporate communication principles, including the development and implementation of communications, public relations, and crisis management strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging audiences at all levels with clarity, impact, and influence.
• Proven track record of pitching and placing stories in metropolitan, rural, and regional outlets.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while delivering high-quality outputs and exceptional customer service.

• A passion for leveraging emerging technologies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.  

Benefits and Perks

• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
• Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
• Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
• For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers