Communications Manager

Wesfarmers Health is growing – fast – as we strive to make health, beauty and wellness experiences simpler, more affordable and easier to access for all Australians. If the thought of supporting our communications efforts to engage and mobilise our teams on this transformation journey excites you, let’s chat.

About us:

We are the Health Division of Wesfarmers Group, based in modern offices in the Docklands. Our brands include Priceline Pharmacy, Priceline, Australian Pharmaceutical Industries, atomica, InstantScripts, InstantScripts Pharmacy Health Hub, SiSU Health and SILK Laser Clinics to name a few, and our strategy will see our portfolio expand into existing and new markets. We’re energetic, committed to our purpose, and value creative and innovative thinking.

About the role:

The Communications Manager is responsible for helping to develop and execute our corporate and internal communications plan, which encompasses Wesfarmers Health’s growing portfolio of businesses.

You’ll engage business units – including Pharmacy & Retail, Digital Health and MediAesthetics – to develop strategic communications campaigns that leverage our communication channels and tactics to build resonance and connection with our people.

Ultimately, your communications will help connect our people to the Wesfarmers Health strategy and engage them in our transformation.

The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

Internal Communications:

• Engage Wesfarmers Health business units to develop strategic communications campaigns to drive internal alignment
• Manage key communication tactics (e.g. enterprise town halls, senior leader conferences and forums, strategy month)
• Develop communications for the Health Leadership Team as required (emails, presentations, events)
• Optimise internal communications channels, including our intranet platform 
• Support other internal communications activities, as required.

Corporate Communications

• Ensure Wesfarmers Health is represented appropriately via corporate channels including the website and LinkedIn
• Provide support for award submissions, speaking engagements, testimonials and case studies, maintaining logs for all activities
• Support other corporate communications activities as required.

What you’ll bring:

Our ideal candidate would have the following experience and attributes:

• 6+ years’ experience in corporate affairs, communication, public relations or marketing, including experience working with senior leaders
• Bachelor Degree or higher in communications, journalism, public relations or marketing (desired)
• Considerable experience within diverse, complex organisations, preferably in the health, retail and/or franchised sectors
• Sophisticated understanding of communications and influencing strategies, how they come to life, and how success is measured
• Strategic thinker with experience in executing strategic plans
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to present confidently to senior stakeholders
• Ability to build strong relationships and trust with internal and external stakeholders to influence outcomes
• Creative, energetic, ‘can do’ approach
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Exceptional project management, time management and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail.

What you’ll get:

• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Health Division and the broader Wesfarmers Group
• Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including team member discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks, OnePass, Priceline, atomica and Clear Skincare Clinics
• ‘Better Because of You’ recognition program. Team members can recognise their peers, team or other business units, with winners taking part in our annual awards.
• Novated leasing options
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - available to all team members and their immediate family members, 24/7, 365 days a year
• Beautiful outdoor terrace for work and recreation
• Food, coffee and health & wellbeing facilities onsite including a state-of-the-art gym
• Dedicated end of trip facilities (cycle racks, showers, lockers)

What next?

If you think you’re a perfect fit for this role, submit your cover letter and resume. As you’d expect, generic cover letters won’t cut it; this is your chance to declare why you believe you’re an excellent candidate for this role. While you’re at it, share your biggest grammar pet peeve and we’ll know we’re in good company.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

Wesfarmers Health aims to become an employer of choice for First Nations Australians, through investments that attract, empower and retain First Nations team members within our stores, distribution centres, clinics and corporate offices. 

As part of the Wesfarmers group, we provide authentic support through a diverse range of programs and initiatives, designed to empower you on your journey towards personal achievement and professional advancement.