Company Description
ALDI. Good Different.
With roots dating back to 1913, ALDI is proud to make a real difference to people across the world by offering top quality products for low prices. ALDI first entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and has since grown to have almost 600 stores and 8 distribution centres in 6 states.
If you’ve ever shopped at ALDI you know we are not your average supermarket. We’re also not your average employer. ALDI is a place where you’ll find good people, good purpose and a good opportunities. So you can work with a great team, feel great for making a real difference for everyday Australians and have a rewarding career.
It’s that simple. ALDI Good Different.
Job Description
Looking to develop your professional career with a well-respected global leader? We’re seeking a dedicated Communications Specialist to join our Corporate Communications team at ALDI stores, based in Minchinbury. This is a permanent full-time position.
Our Specialists support all stages of the communications process including strategy, planning and execution across various topics that support ALDI’s position as a responsible retailer. The right person for this role will have experience in corporate communications and a good understanding of the Australian political and social climate.
With every word, every message and every interaction, you will be making a difference, contributing to our ongoing journey of growth, innovation and excellence. At ALDI, we value the role each individual plays in shaping our story, and in this role, you'll have the opportunity to leave a lasting impact.
What does the role look like?
- Work with the Corporate Affairs and Stakeholder Manager on sustainability communications, government relations and industry engagement
- Develop and drive corporate and sustainability campaigns with communications expertise
- Create corporate communication narratives and develop materials across channels including industry newsletters and LinkedIn
- Monitor the external environment for potential reputational issues or business challenges
- Create and execute written content
- Plan and execute events and conferences
- Produce monthly reporting and presentations
- Partner with internal teams to understand issues and identify opportunities for storytelling
- Manage agencies and build relationships with external stakeholder
Qualifications
What do we need from you?
- Strong experience in communications either inhouse or agency with experience working across multiple communications topics and activations
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Strong understanding of the Australian political and social climate
- An enthusiastic and proactive approach to work - thinking beyond the scope of your task
- A collaborative approach with the ability to work cross functionally with agencies and internal teams
- Ability to think critically and strategically with good analytical skills
- Strong project management skills and the ability to work within tight deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or similar is desirable
Additional Information
What's in it for you?
- Transparent tiered salary range of $106,600 - $127,100 including super
- Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave for pursuing your passions outside of work
- Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work - up to 2-day work from home a week
- Be part of a company with purpose - we’re committed to sustainability for our planet, positively impacting our communities, supporting our farmers and suppliers and giving our customers a richer life for less.
- Support during life’s most important moments including paid parental leave, superannuation on parental leave, up to 5 days paid compassionate leave, natural disaster leave, emergency services leave etc
- An Employee Assistance Program that you and your immediate family can use which is 100% free and confidential
- Take advantage of complimentary access to free on-site physiotherapy to treat non-work related aches, pains or niggles
- Access to wellness programs such as discounted gym memberships, discounted health insurance and more
- Opportunities to contribute to companywide projects, move laterally into other roles in the business and embark on international assignments
- Working with a retailer who has been recognised as an Employer of Choice (as voted in 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018)
