Head of Corporate Communications

About the role

The Head of Corporate Communications leads strategic messaging and executive storytelling for News Corp Australia and the Executive Chairman, protecting brand integrity and promoting business priorities.

Key responsibilities

• Research, draft and refine speeches, keynotes, letters, opinion pieces and manage the weekly internal newsletter for the Executive Chairman.
• Establish core tone and messaging with the Executive Chairman and align with broader company communications.
• Conduct background research and interview subject‑matter experts to ensure accurate executive communications.
• Partner with Corporate Affairs to align narratives with reputation and media goals, analysing post‑address coverage and sentiment.
• Prepare briefing documents, Q&A scenarios and audience profiles, and facilitate speech rehearsals.
• Direct end‑to‑end scripting and production for promotional videos, oversee branding and graphic activations for key events, and handle ad‑hoc corporate communications.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science or related field; Master’s highly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in speechwriting or high‑level corporate communications, advising C‑suite executives.
• Exceptional written communication skills with advanced proficiency in rhetorical devices and storytelling.
• Proven track record managing high‑stakes projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong collaborator able to align cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of media relations, public affairs and crisis communication in a fast‑paced global environment.

Required skills

• Advanced writing and editing
• Speechwriting
• Executive communication strategy
• Media analysis and sentiment tracking

What we offer

• Access to publications and products across the News Corp family
• Exclusive perks and discounts on a range of products and services
• Health & wellbeing support, including onsite gyms in Adelaide, Brisbane and Sydney
• Flexible leave options such as parental, birthday, volunteer, career break and compassionate leave
• Financial wellbeing assistance
• Professional development programmes, including leadership training
• Volunteer opportunities and company‑organised charity drives
• Inclusive workplace with employee‑resource groups and facilities like multi‑faith quiet rooms and parents’ rooms