Our client is a highly respected Australian funds management business with an outstanding reputation for investment excellence and long-term performance. With a strong brand, an engaged client base and ambitious growth plans, they are seeking an experienced Marketing & Communications Manager to join the business on a 14-month parental leave contract.
This is a rare opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-performing environment where you'll partner closely with senior leaders to shape the firm's market presence, strengthen client engagement and deliver best-in-class communications across Australia and internationally.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Head of Distribution, you will lead the development and execution of the firm's marketing and communications strategy, ensuring every touchpoint reinforces the brand and supports business growth.
This is a true end-to-end marketing leadership role, combining strategic planning with hands-on delivery across content creation, digital marketing, media relations, events, stakeholder engagement and brand management.
You'll also lead a Communications Designer while partnering with investment professionals, distribution teams and external agencies to produce compelling, compliant and commercially impactful communications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute integrated marketing and communications strategies aligned to business growth objectives.
- Create and oversee high-quality content across digital, video, podcasts, presentations, newsletters and thought leadership.
- Manage media relations and build strong relationships with financial journalists and industry publications.
- Lead digital marketing initiatives, website management and campaign performance reporting.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to develop impactful client presentations, investment communications and event content.
- Manage external marketing, PR and creative agency relationships.
- Ensure all marketing collateral meets regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Lead, mentor and develop the Communications Designer while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
- Demonstrated experience in a Marketing & Communications Manager role within funds management, asset management or broader financial services.
- Exceptional written communication and storytelling capability, with the ability to translate complex information into engaging content.
- Experience managing media relationships and working with financial or business media.
- Strong digital marketing capability across websites, social media, analytics and campaign performance.
- Outstanding stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence senior executives.
- A hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience leading or mentoring team members.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or a related discipline.
