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AVP, Communication

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This job is a strategic role in corporate communications at Astro Malaysia. You might like this job because you’ll shape the company's story, engage with media, and work in a vibrant environment that values inclusion and growth!

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All Asia Broadcast Centre, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

WHY JOIN US?

  • We practice a vibrant & energetic office culture.

  • We provide opportunities for career advancement within the company.

  • Good performance is always rewarded accordingly.

It's our people that make Astro Malaysia’s leading entertainment company. We are an inclusive employer, to enable everyone at Astro to be their best. We embrace differences – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products/services and our community. We also understand and appreciate that diversity is a driver of creativity and innovation, which will make our business more competitive, compelling and profitable.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The AVP, Communications will play a key role in crafting and executing strategic corporate communications initiatives to support Astro’s business goals. You will manage external and internal communications, lead media relations, and develop messaging that reinforces the Group’s brand and reputation. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, using your expertise in PR, stakeholder engagement, and media strategy to drive impactful storytelling and ensure consistent messaging.  

If you’re proactive, resourceful, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the narrative for a leading consumer brand. 

 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Lead and deliver end-to-end corporate communications initiatives for both external and internal stakeholders, including financial and crisis communications. 

  • Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies and plans to support key projects and business priorities across the Group. 

  • Manage media relations, fostering strong relationships with both online and traditional media to generate positive and impactful coverage for the Group. 

  • Craft clear, compelling messaging for press releases, speeches, corporate profiles, corporate presentations, and customer communications. 

  • Monitor and analyse media coverage and stakeholder communications, providing insights to enhance the Group’s communication approach. 

  • Collaborate closely with senior leaders, business units, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistency of messaging. 

REQUIREMENTS:

Who You Are: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.  

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate communications, PR, media relations, or in-house corporate communications within a consumer-facing industry, preferably in media, technology, or telco sectors. 

  • Proven success in managing high-stakes media campaigns, strategic messaging, and crisis communications. 

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and spoken communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia. 

  • Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities. 

  • Demonstrate strong presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills. 

  • Outgoing, independent, and adaptable—comfortable managing multiple priorities and willing to work flexible hours as needed. 

It's our people that make Astro Malaysia’s leading entertainment company. We are an inclusive employer, to enable everyone at Astro to be their best. We embrace differences – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products/services and our community. We also understand and appreciate that diversity is a driver of creativity and innovation, which will make our business more competitive, compelling and profitable.


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Company Benefits

Career development

At Astro, you can take up apprenticeships, train your technical skills, foster your soft skills and enhance the quality of your leadership.

Employee engagement

We commemorate significant achievements and plan enjoyable events and activities to maintain the engagement of our staff all year round.

Astro Young Talent Programme

We have curated a robust rotation and development plan so you can apply your knowledge with experience in Malaysia’s leading entertainment space!


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Astro

Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad (“Astro”) is Malaysia’s leading content and consumer company, serving 75% of Malaysian households across our TV, radio, digital and commerce platforms. As a trusted brand, Astro keeps Malaysians entertained and informed with a variety of vernacular, international and live sports content, engaging with 24 million individuals. We are Malaysia’s biggest content creator, in a market where...