Permanent Opportunity Sydney Location Play a pivotal role in delivering best-in-class press office excellence and contributing to the Woolworths Group narrative.
The Opportunity The Communications Specialist is part of the Group Communications team and plays a key role in the day-to-day running of Group Media Relations, working to protect and build the Woolworths Group reputation.
The Media Relations Specialist acts as the first point of contact for inbound media queries to Woolworths Group Media Relations and will investigate and develop media statements and responses to media enquiries.
They collaborate with other Group Communications teams on issues management and proactive media opportunities.
They help deliver best-in-class Press Office management through organised administration and media reporting in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do Develop media materials, including drafting media statements, briefs and other communications materials with considered narratives, incorporating feedback from subject matter experts and senior communications leadership.
Coordinate the daily operations of the Woolworths Group Media Relations, including responding to incoming queries, speaking to media, triaging and prioritising requests and participating in an after-hours on-call roster.
Engage with media, including acting as a contact for journalists to inform reporting, manage inbound inquiries, and proactively pitching stories as required.
Monitor the media landscape to proactively identify reputation risks, identify issues and collaborate on strategic messaging and narratives to protect Woolworths Group's brand and reputation.
Deliver daily media summaries and comprehensive coverage reports, including for financial results and other corporate announcements, for key internal stakeholders.
Oversee media monitoring contracts and subscriptions, manage the team's administrative schedules, and assist with financial processes, such as purchase orders, as required.
What you'll bring Fast-Paced Delivery: Ability to manage competing deadlines and multiple stakeholders.
Media Relations: At least 3-5 years experience in engaging news media and maintaining high-level journalist relationships, ideally in an ASX listed company.
Issues Inbound Media Management: Experienced at managing and responding to diverse levels of media inquiries with speed and accuracy.
Data-Driven Reporting: Proficient in using media monitoring and digital analytics to measure impact and provide insights on media coverage Media knowledge: Understanding of the Australian and New Zealand media market across traditional, digital, and social channels.
What you'll experience Hybrid Flexibility: Blend in-office engagement with work-from-home opportunities for a balanced work week.
A business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.
12 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers plus paid superannuation for up to 12 months while the Team Member is on parental leave - eligible from the first day of employment We are Woolworths Group We are Woolworths Group.
200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.'
It's that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.
If you're excited to turn today's blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you'll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.
Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow.
We recognise the value our team's diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems.
Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences.
If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.