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Apple's communications team shapes and shares with the world the stories about our innovative products and services, and the values that drive everything we do. The team includes professionals with a range of backgrounds including public relations, journalism, social media, writing and buzz marketing. We're looking for trailblazing, creative and collaborative professionals from a variety of fields. If that's you, then your next home may be here. Come and do the best and most exciting work of your career at Apple!

We are currently seeking a Corporate Communications Manager to lead the development and execution of a focused corporate communications strategy for Brazil. In this role, you will proactively shape and share Apple's story, values, and impact with targeted media, creators, and other key audiences. We're looking for a skilled communicator with strong local insight, excellent media relationships, and the ability to craft compelling narratives that reinforce Apple's brand and reputation in Brazil.

Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading activities with media and content creators in Brazil to help manage the company's corporate reputation in the country and help communicate Apple's contribution locally, focused on key areas such as accessibility, education, customer privacy, and environmental leadership. The role requires an ability to think strategically and to execute activations with a high attention to detail. It also requires a proven ability to anticipate, manage and mitigate PR issues, working closely with local and global teams.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a variety of other teams and functions to create and deliver the initiatives that increase awareness and understanding of Apple and how the company is a force for good. This may include the Product PR team, Product Marketing and Marcom teams as well as Government Affairs, Retail and Legal teams across the organization.

You will help devise and execute global communications initiatives that resonate with the local audience as well as create and bring to life a local corporate communications strategy. Responsibilities will include strategic planning and execution, identifying and managing issues in a fast-paced environment and continuous news cycle. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the wider management team in the region and also be tightly coordinating with worldwide PR teams.

You will help us establish, expand and build meaningful connections for Apple to amplify corporate and values storytelling to journalists, creators, and local and regional communities.

Possess expert knowledge of competitive and our industry's regulatory landscape and keep your team at WW PR up to date on what's going on in your market.

Manage and respond to day-to-day press inquiries and ensure our regular media and creator contacts are kept up to speed on the latest Apple news.

Preferred Qualifications
Strong relationships with media and influencers in technology and policy, with a proven track record of developing and placing impactful stories.
Experience delivering creative corporate PR strategies that drive meaningful outcomes.
Ability to develop and deliver effective communications that demonstrate a clear understanding of the diverse needs of different audiences.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, simplify, and manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling story pitches and creative concepts that make complex topics accessible.
Ability to quickly analyze media coverage and sentiment, anticipate emerging issues, and apply insights to inform team strategy.
Self-starter with a strategic mentality, creativity, and critical thinking skills; demonstrates resilience when managing complexity and ambiguity and works cross-functionally with integrity.
Skilled at multitasking, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to change.
Self-motivated with a positive, inclusive, and collaborative approach; passionate about consumer technology.

Minimum Qualifications
8+ years' experience in public relations, in-house or in an agency setting.
Experience in media relations and a strong network of media and influencer contacts in tech, policy, environment and sustainability spaces.
Proficiency in English and Portuguese.
Ability to travel up to 30%.

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