External Communications Specialist na Aon Corporation

External Communications Specialist – Pacific

Working with senior team members, the external communications specialist – Pacific supports the development and execution of a wide range of communications activities. This role plays a key part in shaping the company’s public image and stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear, consistent messaging on behalf of the firm.

Do you want to be part of a high performing team and enjoy new challenges?

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Support and implement external communication strategies to Australia and New Zealand markets.
• Coordinate and manage media relations, including press releases, media inquiries, interviews and spokesperson briefings.
• Foster strong journalist relationships and maintain up-to-date media and stakeholder contact databases
• Monitor and analyze media coverage and communication effectiveness, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Coordinate and manage corporate messaging on Aon’s LinkedIn handle, and supporting executive profiles ensuring alignment with platform best practices and business priorities.
• Support executive with their profiles on LinkedIn executive profiles and institutional publications, ensuring alignment with platform best practices and business priorities.
• Coordinate and manage public relations agencies where applicable.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including media, influencers, and industry partners. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communication channels.

How this opportunity is different

Working with senior team members, supports the development and execution of a wide range of communications activities. This role plays a key part in shaping the company’s public image and stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear, consistent messaging on behalf of the firm.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or a related field.
• Proven experience in external communications, preferably within the Australian market.
• Strong understanding of media landscape in Australia and New Zealand.
• Proven experience in LinkedIn management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.  We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. 

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at [email protected] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

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