Our client is one of Australia's leading telecommunications and technology companies, serving millions of customers across mobile, broadband, entertainment, and enterprise services. They operate extensive infrastructure and deliver connectivity solutions across consumer, business, and government sectors. The business is committed to strengthening brand positioning and stakeholder relationships across multiple audiences including customers, partners, government, regulators, and community stakeholders. They require experienced communications leadership to drive brand strategy, manage stakeholder engagement, and deliver integrated communications programmes. They are seeking a Brand & Stakeholder Communications Manager to lead brand initiatives and stakeholder engagement across key audiences. This role offers the opportunity to shape brand perception whilst managing complex stakeholder relationships in a dynamic telecommunications environment. The Role As Brand & Stakeholder Communications Manager, you will lead brand strategy development and stakeholder communications programmes across consumer and enterprise markets. This role requires expertise in brand management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to deliver integrated communications campaigns across multiple channels. You will develop brand positioning strategies, manage stakeholder relationships with government and industry bodies, coordinate communications campaigns, and measure brand performance. Working closely with marketing, corporate affairs, and executive teams, you will ensure consistent brand messaging whilst building and maintaining key stakeholder relationships. This is a high-impact role requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution capability, with responsibility for brand health and stakeholder satisfaction across diverse audiences. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement brand strategy and positioning across consumer and enterprise markets Lead stakeholder engagement programmes with government, regulators, industry bodies, and community organisations Manage brand communications campaigns across digital, social, and traditional channels Coordinate stakeholder briefings, events, and engagement activities Develop communications materials including presentations, briefings, and stakeholder collateral Monitor brand health metrics including awareness, consideration, and perception Manage relationships with advertising agencies, creative partners, and external stakeholders Support corporate reputation management and issues response Collaborate with marketing teams on integrated brand and product campaigns Brief executives and senior leadership on stakeholder developments and brand performance Manage media relations and coordinate press engagement on brand initiatives Develop and maintain brand guidelines and standards Coordinate sponsorships, partnerships, and community engagement activities Support crisis communications and issues management Requirements Tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, public relations, or related discipline 7-10 years' experience in brand management, stakeholder communications, or corporate affairs roles Proven track record developing and implementing brand strategies Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience managing government, regulatory, and industry relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills including executive briefings and presentation development Experience managing integrated communications campaigns across multiple channels Understanding of brand metrics, research methodologies, and performance measurement Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives Experience with media relations, press engagement, and reputation management Ability to work collaboratively across marketing, corporate affairs, and executive functions Experience in telecommunications, technology, or regulated industries desirable Proficiency with communications tools, digital platforms, and social media Please submit your CV and a professional biography addressing: Your experience developing and implementing brand strategies Your stakeholder engagement experience including government, regulators, and industry bodies Examples of integrated communications campaigns you have led Your approach to brand measurement and performance management Your ability to work in fast-paced corporate environments with multiple stakeholders For Further Information Contact Ivan Pignataro | Director D'Arcy Weil T: 61 3 9999 7409 M: 0416 507 856 E: ivan@darcyweil.com This role is being managed exclusively by Ivan Pignataro at D'Arcy Weil. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
