Communications Specialist

  • Full Time
  • Gauteng
  • Applications have closed

Website Ashburton Investments

Ashburton Investments is a new generation investment manager that places clients at the centre of our thinking. Our integrated investment approach blends investment expertise with innovative alternative and customised solutions. The strength of our investment proposition is our unique ability to lev… read moreerage investment thinking and capabilities across the FirstRand Group to provide investors with access to more sources of return, broader investment capabilities and greater risk management. We are built on over three decades of heritage with a focus on minimising the risk of a permanent loss of clients’ capital. 3rd Floor 4 Merchant Place 1 Fredman Drive Sandton 2196

The successful candidate will work closely with the broader Ashburton Investments marketing team and broader business stakeholders locally and internationally and will be responsible for running the PR and media portfolio and contributing to the strategic direction of communication campaigns.

Are You Someone Who Can

Contribute to the formulation and execution of internal and external communication strategies
Write, edit and proofread a range of materials including thought leadership content, investor communications, annual reports, brochures, internal updates and social media posts
Manage media relations, oversee the press release process and support agency management
Work closely with the marketing team, external agencies and suppliers to implement cohesive and consistent communication campaigns to clients, internal stakeholders and Ashburton Investments staff
Coordinate communication for campaigns and events, including messaging, social media and post-event coverage
Manage information flows (editorial input, articles etc. – as required by the business), in terms of content, frequency and appropriateness, to the broader client base
Collaborate with investment professionals and subject matter experts to produce high-quality, relevant content
Track the effectiveness of communication campaigns, share insights and apply learnings to improve future efforts
Support the maintenance and distribution of marketing collateral including fact sheets
Represent the communications function in internal forums (e.g., MDD, forms and external comms) and champion initiatives that improve the client communication experience
Recommend innovative approaches to raise the profile of key people, products and achievements within the business
Contribute to the generation of campaign ideas and building of campaign content
Support the events team with drafting of invitations and executing communication and social media activities that are event related
Assist in drafting content for internal and external communication, across all channels e.g., email, social media, web and intranet 
Assist with the distribution of group communication within Ashburton Investments

You Will Be An Ideal Candidate

Have complete a relevant tertiary qualification in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field
Have 5 years’ experience in a communications or marketing role, ideally within the financial services industry
Strong editorial experience, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging content
Experience managing media relationships and working with PR agencies
Proven ability to deliver strategic communication plans and contribute to broader marketing objectives
Familiarity with digital and social media platforms and related analytics

You can be a match if you have 

Excellent communication and writing skills in business English
Strong editing and proofreading skills
The capability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict deadlines
A creative flair and enthusiastic approach
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of digital marketing tools and analytics
Consistency and a meticulous eye for detail, especially in understanding financial topics and data
Self-motivation and confidence, with the ability to work accurately and independently
Excellent multi-tasking skills and enjoyment in collaborating with a close-knit team across multiple jurisdictions

Behavioural competencies 

Analysis and attention to detail
Building relationships
Building the brand
Customer Service Orientation
Organisational awareness
Planning and organising
Problem solving
Programme and project management
Teamwork
Time and self-management
Verbal and written communication

Apply via company website ( http://www.ashburtoninvestments.com/ ) or

firstrand.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

 

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