Communications Executive (12M)

Role: Communications Executive (12M)

Location: Zetland (hybrid)

Please note that due to the maximum term contract nature of this role, the successful applicant will be engaged via a Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) approved agency partner and not via VGA directly. Otherwise you will be working onsite/ hybrid at VGA as per typical working arrangements. This is a 12 month maximum term contract.

Volkswagen Group is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands which include Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles, Audi,  Skoda, CUPRA and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.

About your new Role:

Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, the Communications Executive plays a key role in delivering the team’s strategic plans to elevate awareness of the Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles and Škoda brands. Working across all owned and earned media channels, this role contributes to achieving departmental objectives through efficient processes, strong relationships and high‑quality, targeted communication.

This role provides essential support to the Communications team through effective coordination, organisation and administration, helping ensure seamless execution of media, events and internal communication activities.

 Your main responsibilities will include:

Media Monitoring, Reporting & Insights

• Own and manage the full media monitoring, reporting and analysis function, ensuring timely and accurate tracking of brand and corporate coverage
• Lead a project to update and realign the KPI and reporting framework in coordination with the Communications team, ensuring HQ and Group standards, consistency, relevance and future scalability
• Drive the digitalisation and automation of reporting processes and ensure implementation
• Produce regular reporting dashboards, summaries and insight-driven analyses to support decision-making across corporate, brand and product communications
• Maintain continuous monitoring of media channels and proactively flag emerging themes, risks and opportunities
• Work closely with the Communications team for guidance and alignment, while independently managing day-to-day delivery and project milestones

Media Event Support

• Manage press event calendars and coordinate all event logistics
• Arrange domestic/international travel and manage invitations/RSVPs
• Prepare media itineraries and oversee event agencies, including press cars
• Provide onsite event support and assist with photography/videography logistics

Internal Communications

• Implement internal communication strategies and content across channels
• Coordinate internal company events

Media Liaison

• Respond to media enquiries with accurate materials
• Support media strategy, pitching, and securing editorial coverage

Owned Media

• Assist with social media community management
• Support briefs, content planning and creation

Press Fleet Coordination

• Manage and coordinate national press vehicle fleet, including bookings, audits and quality checks
• Process invoices and assist maintaining fleet budget accuracy
• Coordinate arrival, preparation and logistics for new press vehicles

Coordination & Administration

• Support departmental projects and provide PO/invoicing administration
• Support tracking and managing budgets and update press databases
• Liaise with suppliers
• Coordinate newsletters, presentations and maintain media archives
• Schedule meetings, take minutes, and manage department organisation
• Assist with SLAs and supplier performance monitoring

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:

• Degree in Media, Communications, Journalism or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in media relations, social media, or journalism
• Unrestricted driver’s licence
• Strong understanding of the modern media landscape across owned and earned channels
• Highly organised with strong administrative skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent writing skills across varied audiences and formats
• Experience writing press releases or targeted communications
• Event or logistics management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Automotive industry interest or experience advantageous

 Our Benefits, Rewards and Recognition include:

• A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities
• A reward and recognition program, made by employees for employees! Includes consistent positive recognition with quarterly and annual awards
• Flexible working arrangements with our hybrid work model balance office and home for ways of working
• Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day and birthday leave
• Discounts on Audi, CUPRA, Skoda and Volkswagen car purchases
• Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family
• Work in an award winning state of the art newly refurbished building recognised by Master Builders Association Australia – our offices include onsite parking and a convenient location with close proximity to a train station
  
  

Why Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA)?

Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities, we also champion a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity, and innovation.

If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation, APPLY NOW!

 Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.

To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.

 If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the VGA Human Resources Team via email at hr@volkswagen.com.au.

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