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Company Description
-You’re talented and adaptable. That’s why you’ll fit in.
As well as discovering, mining and processing many of the essential raw materials that enable, support and enhance modern life, our global business is involved in selling and marketing products – copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal, nickel and diamonds. Through our Marketing Business, we are able to offer innovative solutions to meet our customers’ specific challenges. This includes physical products, logistics and technical support, as well as pricing and financing solutions.
The purpose of the Marketing BU is to sustainably maximize cash flows from the marketing by optimally connecting commodities and customers. Our vision is to be the most respected marketer of the commodities and in support of this, we have set ourselves a target to deliver a considerable uplift in Value by 2023.
Job Description
-What you’ll do
The purpose of the role is to work with Manager, Corporate Relations and Communication to manage the company’s Government Relations, Corporate Affairs and Corporate Communication in China towards establishing and articulating public positions as well as developing and maintaining positive relationships with key external stakeholders.
Central to this role will be the close collaboration across Corporate Relations and Sustainable Impact, Marketing BU and relevant CMTs and Function teams to create, support and communicate market opportunities which benefit Anglo American’s reputation and value realization in the China market. The role will assist to drive public and media relations via the web, social media, communication strategy and infrastructure in China. It is also responsible to flag and help mitigate impacts of issues and crises on the company’s reputation.
KEY TASKS
Safety, Health & Environment
- Demonstrate behaviour in line with health, safety and environmental standards and with the company’s Values.
- Set the health, safety and environmental expectations for your team and monitor behaviour so that it meets the required standards.
- Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections and observations, and address issues as part of demonstrating safety leadership.
Performance & Delivery
Government Relations
- Support the Corporate Relations function to maintain, communicate and execute Anglo American’s China Corporate Relations Plan.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to develop strategies, programmes and resources plans to meet the Anglo American’s growth priorities in China.
- Maintain and further develop a network of close relationships at various levels with key external stakeholders.
- Advocate Anglo American’s strategy and positions to key external stakeholders to benefit the business activities in China. Promote a positive presence and reputation for Anglo American in the China market.
- Monitor and assist to interpret the policy landscape, political, economic and social environment as well as key industry peers’ activities in China.
- Compile and maintain relevant Corporate Relations reports, periodicals and themed papers.
- In working with and leveraging external resources, compile and analyse Anglo American and the industry peers’ media coverage and industry reports. Monitor and flag potential issues that may have an impact on Anglo American.
- In support the Corporate Relations function, closely work with China office’s business teams to develop, execute and measure various marketing and external engagement programmes and initiatives.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to organise and facilitate senior level of Anglo American’s Corporate engagement with Chinese counterparties, including Chairman, Chief Executive, the Board, GMC members and senior executives’ visits and executive programmes in and with regards to China.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to design and execute high-level of Corporate and Marketing BU’s internal and external events and activities in and with regards to China.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to manage China office’s external engagements with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to manage sponsorships and sustainability initiatives in China that contribute to the achievement of Anglo American’s Sustainability Strategy in China.
- Maintain an active communication and interface with Group’s subsidiaries and JVs, and respond to their requests and considerations in corporate affairs, and feed into Anglo American China CR strategy and plan.
Communication
- Proactively feed relevant content into existing Marketing and Group communications channels, coordinating, writing and editing compelling and high impact stories to raise awareness around the role of the China office in executing on our strategy.
- Work alongside communications team to create, manage and maintain communication content specifically related to China, as well as schedules, aligned with key campaigns as well as the business’ strategic goals and objectives.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to establish and maintain localised communication toolkit – Group and BU presentation packs, company brochures, marketing collateral, branding toolkit, templates etc. – with content aligned with Group and adapting to appeal for local market which Chinese stakeholders can relate to.
- Create, edit, localise and proofread internal and external communication materials including news/customer stories, business correspondence, and messaging for executive presentations, speeches and interviews.
- Support the Corporate Relations function to drive and manage delivery of brand and external communication for branding and marketing projects and initiatives.
Digital and Social Media
- (Social media) Work alongside Group and Marketing communication teams as well as the external agency to manage the social media channel in China, including creation and maintaining content to enable effective articulation of Anglo American’s positioning and to enhance its brand and reputation in China.
- (Corporate website) Support to localize and/or create new content. Build in China specific context which is relevant to Anglo American’s positioning and journey in China and adapt to appeal for the local market that Chinese audience can relate to.
- (Intranet) Manage the China Site and relevant news/stories on Eureka!.
Compliance
- Adhere to all Group and Marketing policies and procedures relating to my role and therefore observe proper standards of conduct.
- Attend all Compliance training as identified and invited by Marketing Compliance.
Qualifications
-What we’re looking for
- Educated to Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Communication, Languages, Business or Commerce related degrees
- 8+ years’ experiences in relevant roles at large international organisations or agencies
- Solid experience interacting with government officials, policy-makers, SOEs, agencies and other external stakeholder groups
- High level of business fluency in both spoken and written English and Mandarin
- Excellent business writing skills to develop effective messages and stories, tailoring for different audiences taking account of local and cultural sensitivities
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills, written and verbal. Ability to communicate complex ideas at all levels and interactive effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with different and level of hierarchy and collaborate across cultures and geographical regions
- Proficient in presentation and organisational skills with great attention to details
- Strong ability to priorities and manage deliverables under time and resources constrains
- Knowledge and experience in Government relations or public affairs function in large multinational organisations operating across different countries and cultures (preferably mining or resources sectors)
- Knowledge of China’s political structure, policy agenda and regulatory trends that impact on companies doing business in China
- Experience of working effectively within a complex organisation across different countries and jurisdictions, cultures, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience of working effectively at different seniority levels across the organisation from corporate Head Office to Business Unit to projects and programmes, and understands the balance between process, governance and practical delivery.
- Knowledge and experience in managing internal and external communication, and implementing communication strategies, channels and initiatives in large multinational organisations
- In-depth knowledge of latest content creation and delivery trends
- Proficient in social media and digital communications
- Web and social media publishing and editorial skills
- Knowledge of policies, process and resources for PR issue and crisis management
Additional Information
-Who we are
Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.
As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Amazing opportunities for learning and growth - from technical training to leadership programs, we bring out the best in our people
- We’re a large, successful multinational company and there are plenty of opportunities internally to move onwards and upwards too
Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
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