Lead – Corporate Communications (PSS07789)

Job Title: Lead – Corporate Communications
Level: Senior Manager
Location: Corporate Office, Gurgaon

About the Client:
A reputed NBFC dedicated to driving sustainable growth and stakeholder value across the financial services ecosystem. The organization promotes a culture of transparency, trust, and innovation through strategic communication and engagement initiatives.

Job Purpose:
To lead the Corporate Communications function by shaping and executing comprehensive internal and external communication strategies. The role involves building a cohesive brand narrative, ensuring transparent stakeholder communication, and strengthening the company’s corporate reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the company’s external communication and media relations strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
Build and manage relationships with media, PR agencies, and external partners to ensure effective and positive brand coverage.
Draft press releases, corporate announcements, and responses to media queries in coordination with leadership.
Support brand positioning and reputation management initiatives across public and digital platforms.
Oversee the company’s social media presence to drive timely, relevant, and engaging content.
Design and execute internal communication initiatives to foster employee alignment, engagement, and transparency.
Partner with HR and business heads to communicate key updates, leadership messages, and organizational change initiatives.
Manage digital communication channels, internal newsletters, and leadership town halls.
Collaborate closely with CXOs and senior leadership to ensure consistent corporate messaging and communication support.
Act as a communication advisor to leadership on brand and reputation matters.
Ensure compliance and consistency in stakeholder communications, including with shareholders, regulators, and media.
Drive digital and social content strategy across LinkedIn, website, and other brand touchpoints.
Maintain brand compliance across all communication materials and channels.

Educational Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or Business Administration.
7–8 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, public relations, or brand management.
- Prior experience with listed companies is mandatory.
- Exposure to NBFC, BFSI, or Microfinance sectors will be an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing ability across all levels, including CXOs.
Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability.
Proven track record in managing media relations and PR agencies.
Sound understanding of digital and social media communication trends.

Remuneration: ₹25 lakh (Fixed CTC)

Key Attributes:

Professional maturity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
Strong storytelling, brand positioning, and message framing capability.
High attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Collaborative mindset with a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.