Head of Communications

About the role

An affiliated new venture in the AI infrastructure sector is recruiting a Head of Communications in Sydney, on a full-time permanent basis with hybrid working. The business is an infrastructure investment and development company focused on supporting the next generation of AI compute in Australia, and you will shape its voice, reputation and public profile across Australia and the US.

Key responsibilities

• Define and lead the communications strategy, shaping corporate messaging, brand positioning and reputation across media, industry, community and stakeholder channels.
• Drive media relations, executive profiling and thought leadership, positioning the business as a credible voice in AI infrastructure, technology and energy.
• Translate complex infrastructure developments such as data centre builds, power, cooling and AI compute deployments into clear, engaging communications.
• Lead crisis communications, issues management and stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with executive leadership across Australia and the US on investor, customer, partner and internal communications, manage external agencies, budgets and communications governance.

Required profile

• Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, corporate affairs, marketing or a related discipline, with proven experience and a strong record in senior leadership.
• Proven expertise in strategic communications, media relations, executive positioning, reputation management and crisis communications.
• Experience in infrastructure, technology, data centres, energy, construction or similar complex development environments, with the ability to make technical concepts accessible.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with media, government, communities and industry leaders.
• Judgement and executive presence to advise senior leaders on sensitive issues, lead communications through growth and change, and build high-performing teams and agency partnerships.

What we offer

• Hybrid working with flexibility between the office and working from home.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Bounty referral program and employee of the month award with a $500 gift card.
• Exposure to AI and next-generation technology within a growing Australian company with an expanding international footprint.