Head of Corporate Communications and PR, Chinese Bank

Your new role

• A Chinese Bank is seeking a seasoned Head of Corporate Communications to join their Hong Kong office. Reporting directly to the CEO Office, you will lead a small team of five professionals and play a pivotal role in shaping the bank's corporate reputation, strengthening its brand presence, and driving impactful communication strategies across media, public relations, and branding channels.

What you'll need to succeed

• Lead and manage a team of 5 communications professionals, providing strategic direction and mentorship.
• Develop and execute comprehensive corporate communications strategies aligned with the bank's vision and business objectives.
• Oversee media relations, cultivating strong relationships with journalists, financial media, and key opinion leaders.
• Manage corporate announcements, press releases, crisis communications, and executive messaging.
• Drive public relations campaigns and branding initiatives to enhance the bank's visibility and reputation.
• Partner closely with the CEO Office to ensure consistent and effective communication across stakeholders.

What you'll get in return

• Minimum 12 years of professional experience in corporate communications, with solid in-house banking experience.
• Strong background in media relations, with established networks in Hong Kong and Mainland China.
• Proven ability to lead a small team while remaining hands-on in execution.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin (spoken and written) is essential; proficiency in English is highly desirable.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage sensitive communications and deliver under pressure.

What you need to do now

• If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Keith Ho now @+85222307474. Alternatively, you can send Keith your CV to keith.ho@hays.com.hk. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.