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# Corporate Publicist at Ogilvy

- **Company:** Ogilvy
- **Location:** Sydney, Australia
- **Posted:** 2026-10-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://www.ogilvy.com/careers/4744937005?gh_jid=4744937005

## Job description

## About Ogilvy

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy more than 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity—innovating at the intersection of intelligence, imagination and influence, with experts across advertising, sports & entertainment, PR & social, consulting, and health collaborating seamlessly across more than 120 offices spanning 90 countries. Ogilvy was named [Network of the Year](https://www.ogilvy.com/ideas/ogilvy-brings-home-network-year-2026-cannes-lions-international-festival-creativity) at the 2026 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and [ranks](https://www.ogilvy.com/ideas/ogilvy-tops-warc-effective-100-creative-100-4th-straight-year) as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC for the fourth consecutive year, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel. For more information, visit [Ogilvy.com](http://www.ogilvy.com/), and follow us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ogilvy/), [X](https://twitter.com/ogilvy),[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ogilvy/), and[Facebook.](https://www.facebook.com/ogilvy/)

## About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit [WPP.com](http://wpp.com/).

Business unit: Ogilvy PR

Team: Corporate PR

Location: Sydney

Employment type: 12-month contract, with potential to extend

We are looking for an experienced Publicist to join our Ogilvy PR team on a 12-month contract, supporting a new corporate client.

## ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Corporate Publicist supporting a major new client, you will play a crucial role in executing strategic communications campaigns through your expert knowledge of the Australian media landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and proactive communications professional with experience managing corporate reputation, stakeholder communications, and media relations within complex or highly regulated environments.

You will be instrumental in liaising directly with key media and influential voices to secure coverage, developing content, leading communications activity, and supporting the day-to-day delivery of project communications.

You'll work alongside a team of specialist communications consultants, storytellers, opinion shapers, thinkers, and makers. Together, we help organisations navigate complex communications environments, build trust with stakeholders and deliver meaningful outcomes through strategic storytelling and earned influence.

You'll immerse yourself in the project landscape, understand key stakeholder priorities and think beyond traditional earned media to connect messages, audiences and channels for maximum impact.

## WHAT YOU'LL DO:

- Proactively identify, research and engage with relevant journalists, editors, producers and industry analysts across business, trade and mainstream media.
- Develop and deliver tailored media strategies and pitches, secure interview opportunities, and manage media liaison for project spokespeople.
- Build and maintain strong, credible relationships with key media contacts relevant to corporate affairs, infrastructure, and the broader business landscape.
- Monitor media landscapes to identify trends, opportunities and potential risks for project reputation and stakeholder engagement.
- Draft high-quality, impactful content including media releases, media alerts, thought leadership articles, op-eds, executive biographies, Q&As, speaking notes and stakeholder communications materials.
- Translate complex technical, operational and corporate information into clear, concise and compelling narratives.
- Contribute to the development of key messages and strategic communications plans to support project objectives.
- Support senior team members in managing stakeholder and client relationships, including preparing meetings, drafting agendas, developing contact reports and managing project administration.
- Assist in the development of communications plans, strategies and reporting focused on project and corporate objectives.
- Conduct in-depth research on industry trends, competitor activities and media opportunities to inform communications strategies.
- Prepare comprehensive media coverage and reporting documents.
- Coordinate logistics for media briefings, interviews, stakeholder events and project announcements.

## WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

- 2–4 + years’ experience in corporate PR and communications, ideally within a corporate environment
- Strong experience in media relations, corporate storytelling and managing communications for corporate clients
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong media relationships and the ability to pitch and secure meaningful editorial outcomes.
- Proven experience in public relations, corporate communications or media relations, either within an agency or in-house environment.
- Exceptional writing skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for a range of audiences and channels.
- Strong understanding of the Australian media landscape, with existing relationships across business, trade, regional or mainstream media highly regarded.
- The ability to understand project objectives and corporate reputation goals, contributing to communications strategies that deliver measurable impact.
- Meticulous attention to detail, from proofreading content to managing deadlines and approvals.
- A self-starter mindset with the ability to take initiative, solve problems, and work autonomously.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
- An interest in business, infrastructure, and the broader economic and policy landscape.

## WHY YOU'LL LOVE OGILVY:

- Global opportunities – Access career pathways, projects and connections across the Ogilvy and WPP network.
- 16 weeks paid parental leave – Gender-neutral leave for all parents and caregivers.
- Leading AI tools – Exclusive access to WPP Open, our global AI platform.
- Inclusive culture – A workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.
- Career development – Personalised growth plans, coaching and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Extra time off – Birthday leave, Summer Fridays and loyalty leave.
- Wellbeing support – Health and fitness discounts, wellbeing programs and mindfulness resources.
- Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential counselling support.
- Recognition and rewards – Celebrating great work and long-term contribution.
- Referral bonuses – Earn rewards for introducing great talent.
- Exclusive discounts – Savings on major brands through perkSPACE.

At Ogilvy, inclusivity is essential to our success. We're committed to building a workplace that embraces various perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, knowing that diverse teams drive more impactful work.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori, people with disabilities, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, all ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, nationalities, and family structures.

We believe everyone thrives when they can be themselves. We provide equal opportunities and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

If you require any accessibility adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know: ogv-au-careers@ogilvy.com

## #LI-CO1

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.

We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.

Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.  This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.

Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.

## About Ogilvy

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Ogilvy is a global creative network that helps brands make an impact through advertising, public relations, consulting, relationship design, and health marketing.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of WPP plc, a publicly traded company – NYSE: WPP)
- **Headquarters**: New York City, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1948
- **Founders**: David Ogilvy

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing Consulting, Healthcare Marketing
- **Target customers**: B2B, B2C, Enterprise, SMB across nearly 90 countries
- **Mission**: "To inspire people and brands to make an impact"

## Products & Services
- **Advertising, Brand & Content**: Full-service advertising campaigns, brand strategy, and creative content development.
- **Public Relations & Influence**: Narrative development, corporate reputation, influencer marketing, earned media.
- **Relationship Design (Ogilvy One)**: Data-driven customer engagement, loyalty programs, and personalised experiences powered by AI.
- **Consulting (Ogilvy Consulting)**: Business transformation, marketing transformation, behavioural science, innovation, and social impact strategy.
- **Health (Ogilvy Health)**: Healthcare marketing solutions for pharma, biotech, medical centres, payers, and consumer health brands.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available for Ogilvy alone (parent WPP’s market cap is publicly reported)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – Not publicly disclosed; operates as part of WPP’s global network
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company WPP plc; key clients include many of the world’s most successful brands
- **Growth Signals**: Operates in 132 locations across 83 countries; 75 years of continuous operation; recently expanded capabilities in AI-driven relationship design and consulting

## Competitive Advantages
- **Borderless Creativity**: Seamless collaboration across advertising, PR, consulting, and health capabilities under one roof.
- **Deep Heritage & Trust**: Founded in 1948, Ogilvy has shepherded iconic brands through decades of market change.
- **Global Reach, Local Touch**: Nearly 90 country markets with local expertise backed by global scale.
- **Talent Culture**: Strong emphasis on inclusion, employee resource groups (“Communities”), and professional development.

## Strategic Focus
- **Innovation at Intersections**: Blending creativity with technology (AI, data) to deliver modern marketing solutions.
- **Consulting Growth**: Expanding Ogilvy Consulting’s offerings in behavioural science, sustainability, and business transformation.
- **Health & Wellness**: Deepening capabilities in healthcare marketing to serve both traditional health brands and consumer wellness.
- **Talent & Inclusion**: Investing in people-first policies, inclusive hiring, and career development to attract and retain top creative talent.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: People-first philosophy rooted in David Ogilvy’s original vision; strong commitment to inclusion and employee well-being.
- **Employee Resource Groups**: Nine global “Communities” (Roots, Somos, Black Diaspora, Proud, Parents & Carers, etc.) fostering belonging and professional networking.
- **Learning & Development**: Best-in-class training programs and career growth opportunities, with mentorship from senior leaders.
- **Work Environment**: Global opportunities across 132 offices; hybrid/remote policies vary by region and role (not universally disclosed, but flexibility is common in agency settings).
- **Perks**: Access to a vast global network of experts, exposure to high-profile brands, and a creative, collaborative atmosphere.

## Sources
1. [Ogilvy Careers Page](https://www.ogilvy.com/careers)
2. [Ogilvy About Page](https://www.ogilvy.com/about)
3. [Ogilvy Who We Are](https://www.ogilvy.com/careers/who-we-are)
4. [Wikipedia: Ogilvy (agency)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ogilvy_(agency))

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