Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Communications Manager with a strong background in financial services to join our marketing team.This role will be responsible for creating high-quality written content that supports internal and external communications efforts, engages key stakeholders, and reinforces our brand's messaging across various channels.The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in the financial industry, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear, compelling and accessible language for diverse audiences. They will need to have a strong writing and editing background, and a journalistic approach to research, interviewing our experts and clearly explaining their views and analysis to specific audiences.Key Result Areas:Working with the Head of Marketing, develop a communications strategy to meet the marketing and business objectives.Manage the Communications function with assistance from the Marketing Managers.Develop standout content for a broad range of marketing and media requirements, including but not limited to articles, press releases, brochures, reports, emailers/client communications, crisis communications, infographics, video scripts, and radio talking points.Develop a monthly content plan that meets the objectives of the communications strategy.Ensure high standards of language and a consistent tonality throughout all communications in line with brand guidelines.Ensure that marketing material, including the website, is kept up-to-date and of high quality to communicate effectively with clients, intermediaries, and the media.Report on monthly communications activity and performance; leverage analytics to determine effectiveness and seek continual improvements of marketing and communications initiatives.Develop and maintain a deep understanding of both our internal and external audiences to effectively communicate with them.Support events function by supplying copy and ensuring the correct tonality and wording on event communications.Coordinate, write and edit quarterly commentary ensuring delivery within deadlines.In conjunction with the Head of Marketing, manage the PR function with agency partners.Skills, Qualifications & Experience required:Experience and QualificationsMarketing or journalism qualification in conjunction with Economics/Investment Management qualification.A minimum of 8 years' experience in Communications in the asset management/financial services industry is essential.KnowledgeAbility to write clearly and have a good grasp of financial language targeted at institutional investor audiences – flow is crucial.Proficient in internal communications with input from Human Capital stakeholders.Experience in the PR space and crisis management.Relevant financial services industry knowledge, ideally with experience in private markets.Keeps abreast of international and local trends.Competencies:High energy level, strong sense of teamwork and a 'can do' attitude.Persuasive negotiator.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent listening skills with strong EQ.Good negotiation skills, confident in developing and putting forward the company's position in external meetings and with senior management.Ability to understand complex legislation and influence future policy development.Excellent organisational skills, ability to prioritise and manage multitude of issues simultaneously.Significant experience of managing professionals over a geographically and culturally diverse region.The ability to combine strategic perspective with the need to act quickly when the situation demands.The ability to prioritise work and deliver high quality output to tight deadlines.Has strong inter-personal skills to engage at a senior level inside and outside the Old Mutual Group.Resourceful and creative.Passionate about this industry.Skills: Asset Management, Communication, WritingEducation: Bachelor of Arts (BA): Journalism, Bachelor of Commerce (BCom): Investment Management, Bachelor of Commerce (BCom): MarketingClosing Date: 08 November 2024The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.Old Mutual Limited is pro-vaccination and encourages its workforce to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination status as part of the recruitment process.Please refer to Old Mutual's Covid-19 vaccination policy for further detail. Kindly note that Old Mutual reserves the right to reinstate the requirement to vaccinate at any point if it is of the view that it is imperative to do so.
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