Communications Manager

Job Category: Communications & Engagement

Brisbane Girls Grammar School establishes the educational foundation for girls and young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination, and integrity. One of Australia's leading girls' schools, Brisbane Girls Grammar School is an academically non-selective independent school, established in 1875 as one of Queensland's original Grammar schools. The School's curious, adventurous, and principled students are supported by a community of parents, alumnae and friends that values the finest traditions and aspirations in education.

A forward-thinking and proudly independent School, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic Communications Manager to lead the School's communications, branding and marketing initiatives.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the voice of a School that has, since 1875, championed a broad, liberal education for girls and young women. Reporting to the Director of Communications, Development and Engagement, you will drive impactful communications strategies that reflect the School's ethos and excellence.

You will lead a passionate and creative team of four communications professionals and collaborate closely with senior leaders to advance the School's Strategic Design and enhance its reputation as a national leader in girls' education.

About the Role

This pivotal role combines strategic thinking, creative direction, team leadership and hands-on communication. You will:

• Develop and deliver integrated marketing and communication strategies that reflect the School's vision and values
• Lead media relations, crafting compelling narratives and building positive, influential relationships with key outlets
• Oversee digital and social media channels, managing website content and CRM use, ensuring a strong, engaging online presence
• Manage School publications, including editing and commissioning graphic design and printing, maintaining high editorial and visual standards
• Guide internal and external communications, aligning messaging across all departments and strengthening community engagement
• Collaborate across departments, including Enrolments, Development and Alumnae, to ensure coordinated and cohesive communications

You can view the full Position Description , which further outlines the responsibilities and requirements for the role, on our Careers site.

About you

You are a strategic communicator with an innate ability to influence, inspire and lead. With extensive experience in communication and marketing within a complex organisation, you bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field
• At least 5 years' relevant experience
• Exceptional written and visual communication skills across a range of platforms and audiences
• Strong leadership and team management experience, with the energy to foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture
• A sharp aesthetic eye and a decisive, strategic mindset when it comes to brand, design and content
• Proven expertise in media relations, brand positioning and digital engagement
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines with confidence and composure
• A commitment to purpose-led work and a passion for empowering young women through education
• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

How to Apply

We invite you to bring your leadership, creativity and vision to Girls Grammar.

Please submit:

• A cover letter addressed to the Principal, outlining your suitability for the role
• A current CV
• Confirmation of Australian work rights eligibility

Applications close: 9 am, Monday 4 August 2025

Early applications are encouraged.

For confidential enquiries, please contact:
Brigitte Bickham, Human Resources Manager
T: 07 3332 1307

Please note: We will not require any support from recruitment agencies at this time. We kindly request that no contact be made. Only direct applications will be considered.