Media Relations Manager

At ANZ, we're shaping a world where people and communities thrive, driven by a common goal: to improve the financial wellbeing and sustainability of our millions of customers.

At ANZ our purpose is to shape a world where people and communities thrive. We’re making this happen by improving the financial wellbeing and sustainability of our customers so they can achieve incredible things– whether they’re buying a home, building a business or saving for things big or small. 

The Media Relations Manager is a key position within the ANZ Group Media and Public Relations Team.  The Media and Public Relations Team works to:

• protect and enhance ANZ’s reputation through proactive and reactive media engagement.
• support the preparation and execution of media engagement strategies, in support of the bank’s strategic and business objectives.
• support the delivery of key events including financial results, the AGM and strategic announcements.
• The role is responsible for supporting the management of media enquiries and the day to day activities of the team. It will play a key role in providing guidance and support to key internal stakeholders on media strategy and issues and reputation management..

Role Location: Melbourne or Sydney Role Type: Permanent, Full time

As a Communications Manager you will:

• Helping to build, manage and maximise the bank’s relationships with Australian media.
• Preparing and implementing media engagement strategies.
• Drafting, reviewing, approving and releasing media releases, statements and other external communications materials.
• Supporting the daily management of and responses to media enquiries received by the Media Relations Team.
• Providing media advice, training and support for ANZ leaders and spokespeople.
• Working collaboratively and proactively with business stakeholders and colleagues in Communications and Public Affairs to support the bank’s media and communications objectives.
• Role-modelling leadership behaviours and actively contributing to a positive culture.  

To grow and be successful in this role, you will ideally bring the following:

• Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the Australian media landscape, including print, online, radio, television and social media. 
• Experience in proactive and reactive media engagement, including issues management and crisis management.
• Sound judgement and experience in making sound and timely decisions in an ambiguous environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.

You’re not expected to have 100% of these skills. At ANZ a growth mindset is at the heart of our culture, so if you have most of these things in your toolbox, we’d love to hear from you.

You’re not expected to have 100% of these skills. At ANZ a growth mindset is at the heart of our culture, so if you have most of these things in your toolbox, we’d love to hear from you.

From the moment you join ANZ, you'll be doing meaningful work that will shape a world where people and communities thrive.

But it's not just our customers who'll feel your impact. you'll feel it too. Because at ANZ, you'll have the resources, opportunities, and support you need to take the next big step in your career.

We're a diverse bunch at ANZ in different roles, different locations, doing different things. That's why we have a range of flexible working arrangements, so our people can 'make work, work for them'. We also provide a range of benefits including access to health and wellbeing services and discounts on selected products and services from ANZ and more.

At ANZ, you'll be part of an organisation where the different backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences of our people are celebrated. That's because We're committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you are a candidate with a disability or access requirement, let us know how we can provide you with additional support.

04/07/2024 , 11.59pm, (Melbourne Australia)