Government and Industry Affairs Manager
Kmart Australia Limited
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Chadstone • Australia
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About the role
- Lead the development and execution of government and industry communication strategies that support business objectives and brand trust.
- Build and nurture relationships with government, regulatory authorities, industry associations, and other influential stakeholders.
- Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on government and industry engagement, messaging, and relationship-building.
- Analyse legislative and regulatory developments and develop responses that protect and advance business interests.
- Collaborate with Wesfarmers corporate team to ensure alignment on government and industry positioning.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across Legal, Finance, Risk, and Operations to deliver a coordinated approach to government and industry affairs.
- Lead and develop the government and industry communications team, building capability and fostering high performance.
- Support the Corporate Affairs function in navigating evolving stakeholder expectations and managing issues and crises effectively.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in PR, Journalism, Media, Communications, or Commerce.
- 10+ years’ experience in government relations, communications, media, or PR (in-house or consulting).
- Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic communications plans for large organisations.
- Strong commercial acumen and understanding of complex industry issues.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience engaging senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to advise executive leadership on government relations and corporate positioning.
- Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
- In-depth knowledge of public affairs, regulatory environments, and issues management processes.
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
- A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings.
- Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
- We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
- We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
- A dynamic learning and support program.
- Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.
- A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
- Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
strategic communicationsgovernment relationsissues managementregulatory analysisstakeholder engagementcommunications planningmedia relationscrisis managementpublic affairsteam leadership
Soft Skills
relationship buildingstrategic counselcommercial acumenstakeholder managementcoachinghigh performance fosteringcollaborationcommunicationadvisory skillsproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in PRBachelor’s degree in JournalismBachelor’s degree in MediaBachelor’s degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s degree in Commerce