Senior Reputation and Engagement Communications

Use your creativity & curiosity to discover and share ASB's stories - Experienced in external and internal communication for high profile organisations - Build and maintain strong internal and external networks At the heart of ASB is us, working together. Our Values of Caring, Passion, Integrity, United, and Courage are the characteristics that best describe who we are and what we stand for. We are consistently recognised as one of NZ's top employers of choice with a highly engaged, diverse, and talented workforce. **About the role**: This is a challenging and interesting role for a Senior Reputation & Engagement Communications Manager for a** period of 12months (**both part time and full-time hours options available to discuss) expected to have in-house experience under their belt. Reporting to the Head of Reputation and Engagement Communications and working with the GM Corporate Affairs, Communications team and leaders right across our business you will proactively identify reputation issues and emerging risks, as well as opportunities and working with the senior leadership teams and the wider Corporate Affairs team to protect ASB's reputation. The right person for this role will be proactive about sniffing out a story and developing creative ways to leverage it internally and externally, with media and on social. They'll have a strong instinct for potential and emerging risks and work with the business to manage them appropriately. This is a fast-paced role and there are plenty of interesting opportunities to learn and further develop your skills. From amplifying ASB's sponsorships, launching new products, supporting our senior leaders and managing our external presence during a crisis, there's huge scope to make this role your own. **What do I need to be successful?** - We are looking for someone who ideally has a great blend of experience across internal and external communication disciplines and has worked in large complex organisations. - It's a role that will see you identifying external and internal storytelling opportunities and making recommendations on communication strategies to create positive outcomes, while mitigating risk. - We are looking for someone with energy, intellectual curiosity, and creativity, working under pressure to meet tight deadlines is something you thrive on. - Someone who is interested in finding the 'why' and gets excited by the prospect of turning problems into opportunities. - You'll need a measured and professional approach and be comfortable working with, advising and influencing senior stakeholders. - Have a sixth sense about reputation risk, highly attuned to and experienced at recognising reputation threats, and skilled at finding ways to mitigate them. - Strong issues management experience and the ability to adapt frequently and work calmly in high-pressure situations. - Passion for building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation and with media. As a Corporate Affairs team we have big ambitions, and this role is integral to achieving them. A team focus, energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude will set you up for success. **What will you get in return?** **Company/Culture**: ASB is more than just a place to work. We want our people to grow personally and professionally, and we want to attract amazing talent. One way we try to do this is by giving our people access to benefits over and above what we pay. So, we have a range of policies to ensure you can live life one step ahead with ASB. Check out more information here Why work here? - ASB Careers (asbgroup.co.nz) ASB is consistently ranked among New Zealand's best places to work. We offer a flexible and supportive work environment with industry leading benefits that include Choice options, Health, Life and Income protection insurance plus several leave benefits. Join the ASB team, and together we'll continue to help our customers live life one step ahead. **How to apply?** If this role sounds like it might be the one for you then please click "apply"we'd love to hear from you **Job details**: - Reference #- VP158529- Posted on- 12 Nov 2024- Location(s)- Auckland, North Wharf, Wellington- Expertise- Corporate Communications- Work type(s)- Fixed Term Application closes on 22 Nov 2024 09:00