Communications Manager at Old Mutual

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Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

What You’ll Be Trusted With

Strategic Communication & Brand Positioning

• Develop and implement communication strategies that support OMIG’s business objectives, brand positioning and competitive relevance in the asset management landscape.
• Drive clear and consistent messaging across internal and external channels, maintaining alignment with OMIG’s purpose, values and investment philosophy.
• Monitor the competitive environment actively, presenting insights on competitor communication activity and landscape trends to the marketing team on a regular basis.
• Identify opportunities to enhance engagement, visibility and communication effectiveness in both the Institutional and DFM markets.

Technical Writing & Thought Leadership

• Produce high-quality, technically rigorous long-form content including CIO commentaries, white papers, stewardship reports, fund reports, speeches and leadership correspondence.
• Apply a strong understanding of economics and investment principles to write content that is intellectually credible, accurate and compelling for sophisticated audiences.
• Translate complex investment concepts and market developments into clear, accessible and engaging messaging for a range of stakeholders.
• Ensure all written output reflects OMIG’s brand standards, professional excellence and commitment to thought leadership.

AI, Innovation & Horizon Scanning

• Actively adopt and integrate AI tools and emerging technologies into communications workflows to drive efficiency, content quality and creative output.
• Scan the horizon for developments in communications technology, asset management trends and competitive positioning – and educate the broader team on relevant findings.
• Champion a mindset of continuous innovation, identifying smarter and faster ways to deliver communications excellence without compromising quality.
• Stay current with global developments in the investment industry, geopolitical dynamics and economic trends to inform relevant, timely content.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnering with Intent

• Build and sustain strong, trusted relationships across the business through professionalism, intellectual credibility and consistent delivery.
• Partner proactively with senior leaders, portfolio managers, investment teams, and internal stakeholders to gather insights, understand priorities and develop aligned communication.
• Earn stakeholder confidence and respect through deep subject matter engagement, responsiveness and a solutions-first approach.
• Collaborate closely with the PR & Content Manager, Brand/Digital Manager and Comms Specialist to ensure integrated, coherent execution across all communication channels.

Project Coordination & Delivery

• Manage communication projects and campaigns from brief to delivery with precision, pace and accountability.
• Coordinate timelines, approvals and stakeholder input in partnership with the project manager to ensure quality outcomes and on-time delivery.
• Operate above the line at all times – taking ownership, solving problems proactively and never passing the buck when challenges arise.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and continuously identify opportunities for improvement.

Internal Communications & Employee Engagement

• Lead the internal communications strategy, producing leadership updates, business announcements and internal narrative that keeps the organisation informed, engaged and aligned.
• Manage communications for internal campaigns, including culture initiatives such as MBM and other employee engagement programmes.
• Ensure internal communication reflects OMIG’s culture of openness, accountability and bold thinking.

Reputation & Brand Stewardship

• Contribute to protecting and strengthening OMIG’s reputation through responsible, accurate and strategically considered communication practices.
• Ensure all communication aligns with corporate governance, confidentiality requirements and brand standards.
• Support technical media Q&A and spokesperson preparation where investment expertise is required.

Who you are

You are a highly articulate, intellectually curious and technically capable communications professional who writes with authority and moves at pace. You bring strategic thinking, economic literacy and an instinct for what matters to sophisticated audiences.

Qualifications & Experience

• A relevant degree in Communications, Journalism, Economics, Finance, Marketing or a related field. A postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• 5–8 years’ experience in communications, corporate affairs or investment content in a financial services or asset management environment.
• Demonstrated experience producing long-form technical and investment content for institutional or sophisticated investor audiences.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with AI writing and productivity tools is advantageous.

The Strengths You’ll Bring

• Exceptional written communication – precise, compelling and technically credible.
• Strong economic and investment literacy – able to understand and articulate complex financial concepts.
• Solutions-focused mindset – you do not get stuck; you find the path forward.
• High energy and positive outlook – you bring momentum and constructive energy to the team.
• Pace and meticulous attention – fast without sacrificing quality.
• Intellectual credibility – stakeholders trust your thinking and respect your expertise.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills – you earn influence through professionalism and intellectual work.
• Accountability and ownership – you operate above the line, take responsibility and see things through.
• Adaptability and learning agility – comfortable with change, open to new tools and ways of working.
• Collaborative mindset – you partner with intent and help the team succeed together.

HOW WE WORK:

At OMIG, how you work is as important as what you deliver. Our culture framework defines the behaviours and mindsets we expect from every member of our team.

Scan the Horizon

Stay curious and forward-looking. Monitor the competitive landscape, track industry trends and educate the team on what’s shifting in asset management communications and technology.

Innovate to Grow

Actively adopt AI and emerging communications technologies to work smarter and deliver more. Bring new thinking and progressive approaches to the way we tell our story.

Learn & Adapt

Remain open to feedback, new methods and evolving demands. Build knowledge continuously across investment, communications and emerging tools.

Succeed Together

Partner with intent. Communicate candidly. Foster trust across the team and with stakeholders. Your relationships and the respect you earn are central to how work gets done.

Wow the Client

Focus on what matters, own it, and deliver excellence. Bring a spirit of accountability, always operating above the line – no blame, no excuses, only solutions.

Let’s Succeed Together

At OMIG, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. Our culture celebrates openness, accountability and innovation – because that’s how we shape a bold future and wow our clients. If you’re ready to grow, lead and make a meaningful impact, we look forward to meeting you.

Skills

Competencies

Balances Stakeholders

Builds Effective Teams

Business Insight

Communicates Effectively

Decision Quality

Drives Results

Drives Vision and Purpose

Manages Complexity

Education

Closing Date

18 June 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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