Associate Director, Strategic Communications

About Us

IFM Investors is a global asset manager, founded and owned by pension funds, with capabilities in infrastructure equity and debt, private equity, private credit, real estate and listed equities. 

Our purpose is to invest, protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people. We believe healthy returns depend on healthy economic, environmental and social systems - and these are evolving on a scale never experienced before. To find opportunity, build value and meet the needs of future generations, you need scale, skill and expertise. That’s what IFM Investors has built up over 30 years.

With assets under management of approximately $291.1 AUD billion (at 30 June 2026), we prioritise the interests of over 883 institutional investors worldwide. IFM operates from 17 offices across Australia, Europe, North America and Asia.

For more information, visit ifminvestors.com.

The Opportunity

At IFM, you’re not just part of an investment company – but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable, responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world.

So, we have made sure to create a workplace that’s inclusive, accountable and collaborative. Where you’re given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team.

Along with the chance to make a meaningful, positive difference from day one, we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. Our hybrid and flexible approach can vary by team and role, it is built around trust. We encourage our people to manage their work life rhythm in a way that works best for them and their teams.

Business Overview

Our Clients & Strategy team covers Business Development, Investor Relations, External Relations, Sustainable Investment and Brand, Marketing & Communications, including Internal Communications.

It is responsible for all communications to investor prospects, existing investors and their asset consultants, as well as a broad range of other stakeholders, including governments and media.

The Role

The objective of IFM’s Global External Relations team is to implement an integrated global public affairs strategy that authentically positions IFM in a way that reflects its values, heritage, and purpose, and assists with efforts to protect, enhance, and distinguish IFM’s reputation, and help drive capital raising and deal flow. 

The Associate Director, Strategic Communications supports the development and delivery of IFM’s global enterprise narrative and leads nominated strategic communications priorities from strategy through execution and evaluation. Reporting to the Director, Strategic Communications, the role will help position IFM as a trusted source of long-term capital, support IFM’s investment and growth priorities, and protect its reputation across markets. 

The role will develop evidence-led narratives, thought leadership and integrated influence campaigns for priority audiences, including owners, clients, governments, media, industry partners and internal stakeholders. It will work closely with Corporate Communications, Government and Stakeholder Relations, investment teams, business development, Policy, Legal, Risk and Compliance to ensure major initiatives have a clear objective, consistent narrative, deliberate stakeholder and channel sequence, accountable delivery and meaningful measures of effect. 

Your Background and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic communications, including media / public relations and or public affairs. 

• Proven experience in strategic communications roles in investment management, asset management, financial services, superannuation or other relevant sector experience, including in global organisations.

• Experience in crisis communications, reputation and issues management. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling content and messaging for a variety of targeted audiences

• Demonstrated experience in media relations, including established credentials with financial and investment media outlets/journalists and proven track record in securing positive coverage.

• Detailed understanding of investment management, superannuation and IFM Investors’ market positioning.

• Sophisticated understanding of global capital markets and Australian superannuation eco-system including political environment.

• Depth of corporate strategic communications or corporate affairs experience including in strategy development and execution.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to articulate risks and opportunities.

Ready to invest in what matters?
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IFM Investors is committed to promoting an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities, backgrounds, and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or family status. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you require specific support at any stage of the recruitment process at [email protected]