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Associate Director, Strategic Communications

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-11

Core

Develop and deliver IFM's global enterprise narrative, evidence-led thought leadership, and integrated influence campaigns to position the firm as a trusted source of long-term capital and protect its reputation.

Role type

Senior IC strategic communications director

Builds

Global public affairs strategy, enterprise narrative, and reputation management initiatives

Domain

Asset management / Financial services / Public affairs

Required skills

Strategic communications, media relations, crisis communications, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, content development, global capital markets knowledge, Australian superannuation ecosystem knowledge, policy analysis

Preferred skills

Experience in investment management or financial services, experience in global organizations, crisis management

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Develop evidence-led narratives and thought leadership, lead strategic communications priorities from strategy to execution, manage media relations and secure positive coverage, collaborate with investment teams and legal/compliance on major initiatives, articulate risks and opportunities

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC