Public Relations and Communication Specialist

Melbourne or Sydney Based

Hybrid working model
- (1-2 days in office a week)

Mimecast is looking for a public relations and communications specialist to harness our voice in the APAC cybersecurity market and to spread the word about Mimecast, help build our brand, power our narratives, and deepen our existing engagements across audiences. You will be responsible for executing the PR and communications plans for Mimecast in Australia, New Zealand and ASEAN markets. The person in this role will report to a Senior Manager out of the Johannesburg office who manages the PR programme in APAC and other regions.

Being cross-functional must be in your DNA. Together with the APAC Senior Manager, and you will work closely with the global PR and social media team, global analyst relations director, local marketing and sales teams, and the entire corporate marketing team to help build our brand through PR in the region. You will collaborate with team members across the globe and at all levels to drive awareness, preference, and position in the APAC market.

Skills and experience you'll bring:
Position Mimecast as a high-impact leader and innovator in cybersecurity- Work with the senior manager to develop the PR and Communications plan for the Australia and New Zealand business and target markets in ASEAN- Work in collaboration with global and local marketing team members for the execution of PR activities and campaigns

Development and execution of PR activities through the use of national, regional and global thought leaders through continued relationships with publications- Write and/or assist with local press releases and other PR content- Work closely with the PR Agencies in Australia and Singapore- Supporting regional and global communications under the direction of the Senior PR Manager

Help increase Mimecast’s share of voice, power of voice and brand presence in front of key audiences in APAC, through proactive media/ PR / social media / analyst outreach- Create interesting and engaging content for social channels, provide local content for social calendar- Develop and use the current measurement tools to measure share of voice / power of voice, sentiment, website traffic, etc.- Provide required reporting inputs to monthly marketing and quarterly review

Support the global analyst relations program, under the guidance of the global Analyst Relations Director with day-to-day program execution specific to the APAC region, including regular analyst engagements via ongoing inquiries, briefings, advisory and relationship building with a set of target analysts.- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in marketing/communications, PR, media relations, social media or another related field- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a relevant field or equivalent work experience- IT industry experience (preferable)- Proven expertise working on marketing and PR campaigns- Have a fundamental understanding of the technology environment and software products- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a proven marketer with creative skills- Experience working with various social media platforms and measurement platforms- Ability to convey complex, technical content in clear, concise and compelling language- Experience working with analyst firms (preferable)

Why Mimecast?

We’re fast thinking. We go big to reach our cyberattack-disrupting goals. And we do what we need to protect the world of business from getting important (and potentially compromising) data stolen. We never leave anyone behind. We deliver quickly - and outstandingly. We’re big on honesty because it makes us better. We’re empowered by our mission. And if cybercriminals have a good day, we work twice as hard to make the rest of their days a nightmare. That’s The Mimecast Way.

And the Mimecast way is also a hybrid-working way. We empower our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team, and our stakeholders.

Become a Mimecaster and put corporate data under your protection. Fill our teams with respect. And bring cybercrime-obstructing energy to your work. Be passionate. Be powerful. Be alive with purpose.

DEI Statement

Cybersecurity is a community effort. That’s why we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone - unless they’re a cybercriminal, of course.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and we’d encourage you to join us whatever your background. We particularly welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups.
- In an effort to protect the health and resilience of our global community, Mimecast requires all individuals to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and/or receive a negative test before entry into our offices._