Location: Singapore or Southeast Asia

ABOUT THE ROLE

A multinational agricultural company is hiring a Director of Corporate Affairs and Communications based in Singapore or Southeast Asia. This senior role supports a key stakeholder and involves managing global communication strategies to enhance the reputation of executives, the company and support sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in reputation management and leading communications teams across regions, overseeing both internal and external communications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and execute reputation and communications strategies across APAC and various other global markets
  • Build and oversee a multi-regional corporate communications team
  • Work closely with sustainability team to support environmental initiatives and ESG issues
  • Act as the primary press contact for the firm on a day-to-day basis
  • Manage and enhance the online presence of the firm’s executives and principal shareholders
  • Provide strategic counsel to internal stakeholders on critical issues, brand reputation, and corporate messaging
  • Design and implement innovative communication plans to support business objectives and growth
  • Develop and maintain the firm’s media relations strategy and media contact database
  • Coordinate with communications teams across the firm’s portfolio of holding companies
  • Oversee regional communications agencies and media partners
  • Travel as needed to support activities across key markets and executive engagements

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism, or a related field
  • Minimum 12 – 15 years of experience in corporate communications, with a strong background in investor relations, sustainability communications, and crisis/issues management
  • Familiar with environmental policy issues across the region
  • Proven experience working with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and complex holding company structures
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and organizational skills
  • Deep understanding of digital and social media strategy, content development, and execution
  • Creative and strategic thinker with a solution-oriented mindset
  • Fluency in English is essential; fluency in Chinese or Bahasa is a significant advantage
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, innovative approach to team leadership
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams and resources across global regions

Interested? Contact me directly – Cody@talent-genesis.com

Please note that Genesis Partners can only respond to those candidates that we feel genuinely meet the criteria.