Employer Branding & Communications Specialist

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business. When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:
•    Grow your career with tailored development programs
•    Thrive your way with flexible work options
•    Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team

About the Opportunity

Bring stories to life. Build a brand people want to work for.
We’re on the hunt for a creative brand and communications champion to help shape how our people — and future talent — experience our brand. Sitting within our People Experience function, this role is all about campaigns, content, and connection. You’ll be the driving force behind initiatives that bring our employer brand and employer value proposition to life across internal and external channels.
If you’re a marketer or comms pro who loves storytelling, thrives on variety, and wants to make a real impact on culture and reputation — this is your next move.

In this Role, You Will:

•    Evolve our internal comms ecosystem – from newsletters to digital platforms 
•    Be the go-to for Viva Engage — owning the platform and driving engagement.
•    Activate EVP campaigns that connect people to purpose and attract top talent.
•    Create engaging content – written, visual and verbal – that tells our story
•    Manage editorial calendars and publishing schedules
•    Optimise content across external platforms (LinkedIn, Meta, Seek, Indeed)
•    Support internal events and culture campaigns that bring our values to life
•    Manage tools and systems we use every day to support our work

You’re Likely a Match If You Have:

•    Tertiary qualifications in Communications, Marketing, PR or equivalent experience
•    5+ years’ experience in communications, marketing, or people experience roles
•    Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills
•    Experience with social media platforms and internal communication tools
•    Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and project management tools
•    A proactive, collaborative, and detail-oriented approach

What’s on Offer

🏖️ Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, 1 volunteer day
📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.
Join us and be part of something bigger!

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