Communications Manager (13-month FTC) (Balmain)

- Values-driven culture and flexible work environment
- Competitive benefits package with genuine flexibility, annual product allowance, Birthday Leave, and more!
- ASX listed, global wine business About AV: Australian Vintage (AV) is an ASX-listed company and the proud owner of the multi-award-winning McGuigan, Tempus Two, Nepenthe, and Barossa Valley Wine Company brands, and the company’s latest innovations Lemsecco and Poco Vino. Leveraging our world-class assets and cutting-edge expertise, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional results. As a certified B Corporation, Australian Vintage is committed to making a positive impact on both people and the planet through continuous improvement and by using business as a force for good. We have set an ambitious Net Zero 2040 emissions target, are powered by renewable energy, and ensure all our owned and operated vineyards and wineries are certified under Sustainable Wine guidelines. We support our people to make an impact where they live through paid volunteer days and are proud to be recognised as an accredited Mental Health First Aid workplace by Mental Health First Aid Australia as of January 2023. About the role: Ready to shape the voice of one of Australia’s leading global wine businesses? We are looking for a creative, commercially minded, and people-focused Communications Manager to join our team in Balmain, Sydney, on a 13-month parental leave contract. This is a hands-on and strategic role where no two days look the same. From media engagement and corporate communications to employee storytelling, partnerships, events, and brand reputation, you will play a key role in how we connect with our people, customers, partners, and communities globally. Reporting to the Chief People & Communications Officer, you will partner closely with senior leaders, brand teams, and external stakeholders to deliver a range of internal and external communication strategies and materials for a variety of channels to enhance the company’s reputation and foster connection with our people. We are open to flexible working arrangements for the right candidate, including a 0.8 FTE arrangement across either 4 days or reduced hours across 5 days. If this is something you are interested in, please feel free to outline your preferred arrangement in your application. What you’ll do:
- Lead and deliver global internal and external communications strategies across Australian Vintage and its portfolio of brands
- Drive media engagement, PR opportunities, thought leadership, and corporate storytelling initiatives
- Manage key corporate communications including Annual Report, leadership messaging, and AGM support
- Create engaging internal communications that strengthen culture, connection, and employee engagement
- Build strong relationships with journalists, media partners, agencies, and industry stakeholders
- Support brand teams with strategic communications, partnerships, sponsorships, and campaigns
- Lead awards submissions, speaking opportunities, and industry engagement initiatives
- Oversee corporate website and LinkedIn content management, enquiries and updates
- Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and reputational risks and opportunities
- Provide regular reporting and communications insights to key stakeholders
- Manage budgets, timelines, and project deliverables across communications initiatives where required What you’ll bring:
- Experience in communications, PR, corporate affairs, or brand communications roles
- A strong storyteller with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and building trusted relationships across the business
- Experience managing media relationships and delivering strategic communications initiatives
- A collaborative and proactive mindset with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Creativity, commercial thinking, and a genuine passion for brand and reputation building
- Strong organisational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail
- Experience within FMCG, consumer goods, wine, beverage, or lifestyle industries will be highly regarded What we offer: We are proud to offer a range of benefits and wellbeing initiatives designed to support our people at work and outside of work.
- Primary carer parental leave offering 26 weeks paid leave
- Loyalty leave
- Work from Anywhere benefit, offering flexibility to work remotely
- Birthday leave
- Volunteer days
- Further education and study support
- Flexible working
- Mental health and wellbeing training and support
- Annual product allowance
- Options to purchase additional annual leave
- Sabbaticals and career breaks
- Continuation of superannuation while on paid and unpaid parental leave Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3rhk