GM - Media Relations - Diversified Group

Company Profile: Our client is a very large, diversified & leading Conglomerate having extensive operations in India & Globally. They have multi-locational manufacturing plants & services in India & overseas-World leaders in their field. They currently have a headcount exceeding 50,000 and are growing very rapidly. Our clients are looking for a Media Management" Professional to be based at the Corporate Head Office in Mumbai. Our clients offer excellent salary/perks as per industry norms & commensurate with experience.

The positions are expected to be closed by end-June.

Job Profile: The incumbent will be responsible for overall management of the "Media Relations"

KRAs

1. Develop strategic Media Planning and Brand Communication and implement a clear communications strategy for the group which is consistent across all aspects of external communications.

2. Create and develop channels of communication with media houses for updating them on the organisation's initiatives and activities.

3. Work with key media representatives to suitably position our Clients as a leading diversified group

4. Manage issues that arise in a crisis situation to minimize reputational and brand damage

5. Formulate strategies for brand building, brand management, promotion and advertising and liaise with PR and advertising agencies for external communication interface.

Candidate Profile: Masters in Mass Communications with 17-26 years relevant experience in Media Management. Must be personally & directly dealing with the media. Could be working in a Corporate or a PR Agency or could be working independently as Editor / Journalist. Should have:

1. Strong experience of working with the media, managing reputational issues, developing strong relationships and communicating the company's goals and ambitions to these important stakeholders.

2. Strong relations in all types of communication media - print, TV, electronic and online.

3. Exceptional written, verbal communication & relationship management skills, with a demonstrated ability to assert strategic leadership, foresight and effective judgment and also during media events, media interviews and at client forums as and when required.

4. Ability to remain calm under pressure, solve problems and respond to tight deadlines

5. Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation and persuasion skills

6.Strong problem-solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise, sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses

Interested professionals may contact Abhay (8454847462) / Nikhil (98203-64774)