Senior Public Relations Advisor

• A role encompassing variety, key relationships and impact
• Exciting time of organisational growth
• Excellent Work/Life Balance Options

Love where you work - and where you live

Picture yourself in Launceston, where weekend walks along the Kanamaluka/Tamar estuary, vibrant markets, and a thriving food scene are part of everyday life. Known as one of Australia's most liveable regional cities, Launceston blends natural beauty with rich heritage, walkable streets, and a genuinely welcoming community.

With world-class education, a buzzing arts and events calendar, and its status as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Launceston offers the perfect mix of opportunity and lifestyle. It's a place where you can build a rewarding career and still have time to enjoy it.

As Tasmania's largest local government authority, the City of Launceston is powered by more than 600 dedicated staff supporting a community of over 71,000 people, and we're just getting started.

Be part of something bigger

City of Launceston is stepping into an exciting new chapter shaping the future through the ambitious

Launceston 2035

vision. Backed by strong foundations and a genuine appetite for fresh thinking, this is a great time to bring your ideas, grow your capability, and make a real impact.

The Role: Senior Public Relations Advisor

"Helping tell the stories that matter most"

Reporting to the Team Leader Marketing and Communications, this is your opportunity to be at the centre of the conversations that shape how Council connects with its community.

In this trusted advisory role, you'll work alongside the CEO, Mayor and senior leaders, providing clear, timely advice on issues that matter, from major announcements to emerging community conversations. You'll help ensure Council's voice is confident, considered, and easy to understand.

No two days will look the same and that's part of the appeal. You'll bring calm, clarity and good judgement to fast-moving situations, while working closely with a supportive communications team.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing practical, trusted advice on sensitive and high-profile matters
• Shaping clear and engaging media releases and key messages
• Keeping a finger on the pulse of local issues and community sentiment
• Working collaboratively to deliver consistent, timely communications
• Supporting internal communications and organisational messaging
• Representing communications at Council meetings, events and announcements
• Contributing to guidance on public messaging and communication practices

About you

You're a confident communicator who enjoys variety and brings a steady, considered approach to your work. You know how to navigate complex situations with professionalism, but you don't let pressure take away your sense of perspective.

Whether your background is in government or the corporate world, you'll bring:

• Strong judgement and the ability to think on your feet
• A calm and solutions-focused mindset
• Confidence working with senior leaders
• A collaborative style, with the ability to work independently

Most of all, you'll enjoy being part of a team that values connection, community, and doing meaningful work.

Employee Benefits

• Opportunities to grow your skills and career
• A competitive salary package
• RDOs for a little extra balance throughout the year
• A values-led, inclusive workplace
• Exclusive 5% home electricity discounts
• Exclusive fuel discounts (coming soon)
• Wonderful work/life balance through 4-day week options

For a candidate pack or to apply, visit

mcarthur.com.au

referencing job number;

J9558

in the Search Bar.

For a confidential conversation, please contact

John Brownell

on

(03) 9828 6565

.

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