Senior Communications Manager

The Senior Communications Manager – ANZ shapes, protects and elevates dentsu’s reputation across Australia and New Zealand. A hands‑on communications lead, they blend strategic thinking with proactive execution across media relations, thought leadership, corporate messaging and internal engagement. They manage press office activity, build strong industry and journalist relationships, support executive visibility, and craft compelling stories that highlight dentsu’s people, culture and impact. With equal focus on external reputation and employee engagement, they ensure consistent, clear and inspiring communications that strengthen brand trust, foster organisational alignment, and bring dentsu’s purpose to life across all audiences. Job Description dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy through five global leadership brands; Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms. We are now excited to invite applications for the role of Senior Communications Manager with our awesome team on a 12-month fixed-term contract . We’re open to full‑time or part‑time applicants, and while Sydney is our preferred location, we’re happy to consider other locations for candidates who are willing to travel when required. The role As the Senior Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping, protecting, and amplifying dentsu’s reputation across Australia and New Zealand internally and externally. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll combine strategic thinking with timely execution. You’ll be a comms generalist who has the ability to look at the whole comms picture. You are a natural storyteller with a proactive, hunter mindset – someone who can find and create the news and identify creative ways to build the brand and showcase dentsu’s people and work. You are collaborative, great at building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and can look at things strategically whilst also rolling up your sleeves. Core responsibilities Strategy & Brand Narrative Support the development and execution of dentsu ANZ’s communications strategy across external, corporate and internal channels, ensuring consistent alignment across media, leadership communications and employee engagement. Craft compelling narratives that position Proactively hunt and identify opportunities to position dentsu’s leaders and as thought leaders through storytelling, speaking engagements and partnerships. Ensure brand voice, tone and messaging are consistent across all channels, aligned with dentsu’s global positioning and purpose. PR & External Comms Oversee the execution of all external communications activity and identifying the right stories for the right channels. This will include managing a proactive and reactive press office, developing bold content (op eds, videos, podcasts, events) that builds the brand and spotlights dentsu’s innovation, client impact and leadership. Build and maintain strong relationships with press, including trade journalist, key industry publications and identifying new outlets to tell the dentsu story. Identify key speaking opportunities for dentsu’s spokespeople. Corporate Communications Support executive communications including message development, profiling opportunities and spokesperson briefing packs. Protect the reputation of the brand and business through timely response to issues, ensuring communications are considered for all stakeholder groups (employees, clients, partners, press). Manage the creation and publication of corporate content for dentsu’s owned channels. Partner with regional and global communications teams to localise global initiatives for the ANZ market. Employee Communications Plan and deliver high‑impact employee campaigns that drive employee engagement and reinforce dentsu’s culture and values. Support the executive team with BAU employee communications. Amplify employee brand advocacy through engaging storytelling. A bit about you 8+ years’ experience in communications, PR, or corporate affairs (ideally in marketing/media/agency environments). Strong writing and storytelling skills for internal and external audiences. Proven ability to manage media relations, issues management, and stakeholder communications. Skilled in digital tools and platforms (e.g., Streem/Meltwater, Sprinklr, Microsoft 365, Canva, LinkedIn). Demonstrated use and interest of emerging technologies. Confident working with senior leaders and navigating complex multinational and matrix structures. Agile & collaborative: comfortable working with a small but dynamic team. Proactive & hungry: driven to uncover stories that create impact. Friendly & professional: builds trust and strong relationships internally and externally. What’s in it for you Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy. The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole‑company event, One Day for Change. 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way. Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University. Become a champion for meaningful progress Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless - we look forward to welcoming you. Location Sydney Brand Dentsu Time Type Full time Contract Type Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term) #J-18808-Ljbffr