Communications -12-month parental leave cover
Core
Lead an integrated executive and employee communications program for Microsoft ANZ, shaping leadership narratives and major employee moments to align with business strategy and culture.
Role type
Senior IC Executive and Employee Communications Leader
Builds
Integrated communications strategy, executive speeches, employee event experiences, and social content
Domain
Technology (Microsoft) / Corporate Communications
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, executive storytelling, crisis communications, stakeholder management, AI tool adoption, program governance
Preferred skills
Experience in matrixed environments, data-driven engagement measurement, agency/vendor management
Technologies
AI tools for content creation and insights
Responsibilities
Develop integrated communications strategy for ANZ; Lead major employee moments (Kick-Off, Town Halls); Create executive speeches and social content; Equip leaders with messaging tools; Partner with HR, Marketing, and External Comms; Manage agency and vendor partnerships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC