Equinix Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Overview
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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.
Executive and Internal Communications for the APAC region will be a person with a passion for employee engagement, storytelling, developing and executing integrated communications strategies across a dynamic and fast-growing region. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Communications for APAC and collaborating closely with the global executive communications team this person will be a strategic contributor to the regional corporate communications team and a partner to the Office of the Regional President.
In this role, you will develop, execute and support external communication for the President of APAC region including developing thought leadership content and points-of-view, social media content, speaking engagements and support efforts driven by other communication practice areas in order to continue to develop the President into an authoritative voice for Equinix in the region. You will partner across the corporate communications team to support a wide range of external communications activities such as, media, analyst, investor relations, social media and other stakeholder activities.
Additionally, you will develop and execute internal communications strategies that build an inspiring employee experience that supports our strong, vibrant culture and fosters a clear understanding of Equinix's mission, goals, strategy, and success in the region. You will work across the organization to ensure we are driving strategic alignment with our corporate, functional and regional priorities, refining our internal storytelling efforts for the region and creating a programmatic approach that delivers measurable impact. You will also serve as a strategic communications partner to select regional executives including country managing directors, operations leadership and sales SVPs providing counsel and support for a broad range of high-profile external & internal communication efforts.
Responsibilities
1. Executive platform development & execution: Elevate the voice of the APAC President on topics aligned with Equinix's strategy and outcomes for customers and partners.
2. Develop points of view and opportunities for executives to have a voice on key topical issues; evolve the APAC President's communication platform.
3. Partner with PR, AR, Social, and other regional communications leaders to drive external engagement across priority audiences and topics.
4. Oversee APAC President's social media presence (LinkedIn); develop SoMe strategy, create content and maintain calendar aligned with the overall social media strategy.
5. Develop external presentations for industry, customer and other key external events.
6. Lead Internal Communications for APAC Region: Design, build, and roll out creative employee communications programs that increase awareness, understanding, engagement and foster a deep emotional connection across a broad employee base.
7. Be an expert storyteller and writer who brings out the values of Equinix through compelling narratives and holistic campaigns.
8. Develop and execute regional quarterly all-hands, including presentation development, materials, logistics and coordination with speakers.
9. Contribute to other key employee events and engagement vehicles including town halls, The Hub, Viva Engage, and company meetings.
10. Develop messaging including intranet articles, executive emails, briefing documents, talking points, video scripts and Q&A documents as needed.
11. Understand trends in internal communications tools, channels, design and strategy; oversee measurement and continuous improvement of programs in APAC.
12. Support crisis and M&A communications.
* Achieve cross-functional alignment and execution: Work collaboratively to ensure alignment, consistency and promotion of key priorities in the region.
* Engage with the Office of the Presidents, Leadership Teams (AP/EMEA), HR, Marketing and Sales; collaborate with WeAreEquinix and EECN leaders to promote DIB and sustainability initiatives in APAC.
Qualifications
* 7+ years' communications experience – creating and implementing strategies and developing online content.
* Demonstrated excellence in strategic storytelling, writing/editing, project management, strategic planning and execution, executive coaching, event management, crisis management/communications, change management, and multimedia communications.
* Experience managing content for web, video, social and print and development of content strategy.
* Strong planning and project management skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Digital acumen and knowledge of digital communications trends and standards/designs/best practices including UX for web, email, mobile and social media.
* Experience with metrics gathering and reporting to measure communication performance and optimize future efforts.
* Experience with visual design and layout and working with creative resources is a plus.
* Crisis communications experience and handling sensitive workforce and workplace issues.
* Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related area preferred.
* Strong understanding of key technology and communication tools (PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, SmartSheets, Populo) and ability to quickly adopt new tools.
Skills and Attributes
* Innovative thinking, external perspective, global and regional insights, diverse perspectives.
* Collaborative leader who can drive change and influence business decisions; comfortable in a matrixed organization.
* Passion for building process and structure to support high growth and execution of day-to-day deliverables.
* Exemplary written, verbal and presentation skills; strong internal culture commitment.
* Detail-oriented with ability to handle multiple tasks under deadlines.
EEO and Accessibility
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Marketing
* Industries: Internet Publishing
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