Strategic Communications Advisor, APAC

Singapore Permanent SG$132,000 - SG$175,000 per month (SG$1,584,000 - SG$2,100,000 per year) View Job Description
An excellent opportunity for a seasoned internal communications leader to take on a strategic regional role within a leading global logistics organisation. Based in Singapore, you will partner closely with APAC senior leadership to shape communications strategies, translate business priorities into compelling narratives and drive employee alignment across a diverse, multinational workforce.
  • Drive APAC internal communications across multiple markets.
  • Advise senior leaders and drive strategic employee engagement.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally established transportation and logistics organisation with an extensive international network and a strong presence across Asia Pacific.

With a workforce exceeding hundreds of thousands of employees worldwide, the organisation connects businesses and communities across more than 200 countries and territories. Operating within a highly dynamic and interconnected industry, it continues to focus on innovation, operational excellence and business transformation.

Its APAC operations span multiple markets, making effective leadership communication and employee engagement essential to aligning regional business priorities and driving organisational performance.

Job Description

  • Regional Internal Communications Strategy: Lead the development and execution of the APAC internal communications strategy, ensuring alignment with regional business objectives, organisational priorities and transformation initiatives. Establish clear communication frameworks that drive employee understanding, engagement and business alignment across multiple markets.
  • Executive & Leadership Communications: Act as a trusted communications adviser to senior APAC leadership, partnering with regional executives and functional heads to shape communication approaches. Provide strategic counsel on leadership messaging, business announcements, organisational developments and key employee engagement initiatives.
  • Strategic Storytelling & Narrative Development: Translate complex business strategies, commercial priorities and organisational changes into compelling, accessible narratives. Develop communication approaches that connect business decisions with their impact on employees, fostering greater understanding and alignment across the organisation.
  • Employee Engagement & Communications Channels: Oversee the strategic use of internal communication channels, including intranet platforms, digital content, videos and other employee engagement tools. Identify innovative ways to strengthen communication effectiveness, improve reach and encourage meaningful employee participation.
  • Change & Transformation Communications: Support regional business transformation and organisational change initiatives through structured communications strategies. Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure employees understand the rationale, objectives and implications of key business developments.
  • Regional Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with communications teams and business leaders across APAC markets to ensure consistency, relevance and coordination of regional messaging. Build strong relationships across diverse cultural and operational environments while maintaining alignment with broader corporate priorities.
  • Communications Effectiveness & Innovation: Establish measurable communication objectives and evaluate programme effectiveness through data, analytics and employee feedback. Continuously explore creative storytelling formats, digital innovations and emerging technologies to enhance the impact of internal communications.

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Business or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience in internal communications, strategic communications, executive communications, change communications, transformation or management consulting.
  • Demonstrated experience leading internal communications across multiple APAC markets within a regional or global organisation.
  • Strong track record in advising senior executives and influencing stakeholders at regional leadership level, with excellent business acumen and executive presence.
  • Extensive experience in leadership communications, employee engagement, organisational transformation and translating business strategies into effective communication initiatives.
  • Exceptional storytelling, writing and presentation capabilities, with the ability to simplify complex business issues into clear and engaging narratives.
  • Strong consulting and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to challenge assumptions, structure ambiguous situations and provide practical strategic recommendations.
  • Experience managing internal communications channels, including intranet, digital platforms, executive videos, town halls and leadership forums.
  • Analytical and data-driven, with the ability to assess communication effectiveness through engagement metrics, insights and performance indicators.
  • Creative and commercially minded, with strong curiosity and the ability to identify compelling stories behind business priorities and organisational developments.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to take on a strategic regional role with exposure to senior APAC leadership.
  • Strong involvement in shaping internal communications and business transformation initiatives across multiple markets.
  • Career development through regional exposure, executive engagement and strategic business partnering.
Contact
Zi Hui Lim (Lic No: R1767414 / EA no: 18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7145064
Phone number
+65 6416 9831

Job summary

Function
Marketing
Specialisation
Public Relations / Corporate Communication
What is your area of specialisation?
Transport & Distribution
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Zi Hui Lim (Lic No: R1767414 / EA no: 18S9099)
Consultant contact
+65 6416 9831
Job Reference
JN-112026-7145064

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.