Corporate Communications & Media Manager

Location: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne 

Contract Type: Permanent 

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history.  We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities.  That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration.  Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach.  Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.  

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser www.minterellison.com/-/media//Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/MinterEllison-Employee-Benefits-2024.ashx

The Role

We currently have an exciting new position for an experienced Corporate Communications & Media Manager to join our communications team with the intent to elevate MinterEllison's share of voice with a focus on key industry issues.

As a valued member of the communications team, you will possess expertise in media relations, crisis management, campaign themes, digital and external communications. This role would be ideal for a seasoned Corporate Communications & Media Manager looking to take the next step in their career. This opportunity is open to our Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane office with hybrid working arrangements available.

Responsibilities will include:

External Communications & Media

• Develop a media relations strategy that is aligned to areas of client growth and flagship thought leadership.  
• Manage and execute a proactive story calendar and pitching of Industry issues and major campaigns to increase share of voice.
• Collaborate with the digital team to align on content strategy and leverage, where appropriate, key opportunities for media.
• Nurture existing and build new media relationships across business and legal press.
• Develop and execute media relations training for firm spokespeople.
• Actively manage proactive and reactive media enquiries.
• Draft media releases for key firm initiatives and deals.
• Educate and guide Partners, Senior Associates on how to write to engage both clients and media.
• Monitor and report on firm share of voice and actively identifying areas for further press coverage.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure flagship thought leadership is newsworthy.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to leverage deals and thought leadership across multiple platforms beyond media – for e.g. social media, client communications.
• Support the Director of Corporate Communications & Media in developing an issues management plan, including proactive scenario planning for potential issues.

More About You

• Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in communications, journalism, media
• 8+ years' experience in senior corporate communications roles, at large firms/corporates, supporting C-suite
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail for the drafting and development of communications
• Strong media relationships across both legal and business press
• Knowledge and confidence of social media channels, use of social listening tools, social media management platforms and tools/analytics
• Extensive experience in writing and managing content across a range of internal and external channels
• Demonstrated experience in working with multi-functional teams, to deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple 'asks' in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Proven ability to build consensus and work effectively across teams, able to advise and instil confidence from stakeholders

Why MinterEllison

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you are currently a MinterEllison employee, please apply through the internal careers page.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact Alexandra.Hussain@minterellison.com.