Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Our mission is to help create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities.Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), and active participants in the Federal Career Revive Initiative which supports the attraction and retention of women returning to work after a career break.We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.Urbis, Shaping futures your way!The Opportunity:Are you passionate about communications, brand storytelling, and making a tangible impact in a city-shaping environment? Urbis is offering a unique opportunity to lead and shape a specialist communications function as our Senior Communications Manager. This newly created role is your chance to shape and bring Urbis' communications strategy to life, focusing on insights, thought leadership, and public relations to amplify our new business strategy and refreshed brand.In this role, you will have the autonomy to build and grow a high-performing communications team. You will work closely with our Executive group and senior leaders, gaining exposure to a wide variety of stakeholders across our multi-disciplinary business. Your leadership will be pivotal in creating a unified, insights and communications approach that enhances our reputation and market eminence as a leading urban consultancy.You will:Establish and lead Urbis' specialist communications function, building and managing a high-performing team.Lead the development of our content strategy and insights program to support business growth and work winning opportunities.Develop and lead Urbis' in-house PR and press office function, cultivating media relationships to position Urbis as a brand of choice for housing and urban consultancy commentary.Lead the development of our national and state-based government policy commentary responses, insights and national house view messaging playbooks.Provide expert communications advice and coaching to leaders, ensuring they are equipped to represent Urbis effectively.Write and edit engaging content for multiple channels, including press releases, op eds, websites, social media, email campaigns, and collateral.Report on the performance of communication and PR campaigns, measuring ROI and driving continuous improvement in communications efforts.About you:10+ years of experience within an extensive communications role, including prior success in a Manager-level role.Proven line management experience, with a focus on team development and coaching.Expertise in crafting impactful thought leadership and insights reports that drive business strategy.In-depth knowledge of communications and media within professional services, with senior-level expertise.Industry expertise in housing, precincts, or the public sector, along with an established network of media contacts.Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership in a professional services environment.Why Urbis?Urbis is committed to fostering an inclusive, flexible, and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and those returning to work after a career break. By joining us you will receive many benefits including:Salary continuance insurance, a generous parental leave policy, health & wellbeing programs and much more.Active mentorship by the best in the business, development of career goals and support in achieving them.Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.Monthly morning teas and regular social events to celebrate professional and personal wins.Across all our sectors, you will play a part in shaping cities and communities. Bring your spark, and shape futures your way.How to Apply?If you are an enthusiastic candidate, with the desire to become part of a driven and highly professional team, click on “Apply for this job.”#JoinUrbis #LI-HybridRecruitment Agencies - thank you for thinking of us. We do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible, however, if we find that we do need agency assistance, we'll be in touch.
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