Overview
Location: Zetland (hybrid)
Role: Communications Executive
Employer: Volkswagen Group (Australia)
Volkswagen Group is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney, home to brands including Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles, Audi, Skoda, CUPRA and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
About Your New Role
Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, the Communications Executive plays a key role in delivering the team's strategic plans to elevate awareness of the Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles and Škoda brands. Working across owned and earned media channels, this role contributes to departmental objectives through efficient processes, strong relationships and high‐quality, targeted communication. This role provides essential support to the Communications team through effective coordination, organisation and administration, helping ensure seamless execution of media, events and internal communication activities.
Responsibilities
* Media Event Support:
o Manage press event calendars and coordinate all event logistics
o Arrange domestic/international travel and manage invitations/RSVPs
o Prepare media itineraries and oversee event agencies, including press cars
o Provide onsite event support and assist with photography/videography logistics
* Internal Communications:
o Implement internal communication strategies and content across channels
o Coordinate internal company events
* Media Liaison:
o Respond to media enquiries with accurate materials
o Support media strategy, pitching, and securing editorial coverage
* Media Monitoring, Analysis & Reporting:
o Provide strategic oversight of media monitoring and reporting activities, ensuring alignment with brand and corporate communication objectives
o Review and interpret key media insights to support decision-making and communications planning
o Ensure reporting outputs meet quality standards and support executive- and brand-level requirements
o Collaborate with the team to guide the development of improved reporting formats, dashboards and KPI frameworks
o Maintain visibility of reputational trends, key topics and media sentiment at a high level, escalating relevant insights to leadership
o Track and analyse media coverage according to established KPI framework, create and update media reports
* Owned Media:
o Assist with social media community management
o Support briefs, content planning and creation
* Press Fleet Coordination:
o Manage and coordinate national press vehicle fleet, including bookings, audits and quality checks
o Process invoices and maintain fleet budget accuracy
o Coordinate arrival, preparation and logistics for new press vehicles
* Coordination & Administration:
o Support departmental projects and provide PO/invoicing administration
o Track and manage budgets and update press databases
o Liaise with suppliers
o Coordinate newsletters, presentations and maintain media archives
o Schedule meetings, take minutes, and manage department organisation
o Assist with SLAs and supplier performance monitoring
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following
* Degree in Media, Communications, Journalism or related field
* 3–5 years' experience in media relations, social media, or journalism
* Unrestricted driver's licence
* Strong understanding of the modern media landscape across owned and earned channels
* Highly organised with strong administrative skills
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent writing skills across varied audiences and formats
* Experience writing press releases or targeted communications
* Event or logistics management experience
* Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
* Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel
* Automotive industry interest or experience advantageous
Benefits, Rewards And Recognition
* A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities
* A reward and recognition program, made by employees for employees! Includes consistent positive recognition with quarterly and annual awards
* Flexible working arrangements with our hybrid work model balance office and home for ways of working
* Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day and birthday leave
* Discounts on Audi, CUPRA, Skoda and Volkswagen car purchases
* Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family
* Work in an award winning state of the art newly refurbished building recognised by Master Builders Association Australia – offices include onsite parking and proximity to a train station
Why Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA)?
Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities. We champion a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity and innovation.
If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation, APPLY NOW!
Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds. To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.
Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.
If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the VGA Human Resources Team via email at hr@volkswagen.com.au.
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