Communications Manager - Australia

Core responsibilities:

• Develop and execute an Australia-focused communications strategy aligned with Halter's global narrative and growth plans
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Australian journalists across rural, mainstream, business, and technology media
• Act as the primary media contact for Halter Australia and manage the Australian PR and communications agency
• Identify and proactively manage reputational risks in the Australian market, particularly around animal welfare, technology adoption, and operational incidents

This role plays a central role in building Halter's reputation, protecting its social license, and helping redefine how farming is done - with real impact on productivity, sustainability, and animal welfare.

Required qualifications:

• 8+ years experience in communications, public relations, corporate affairs, or journalism
• Strong understanding of the Australian media landscape with established journalist relationships
• Proven experience delivering proactive PR and managing reputational risk or crisis situations
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description beyond the opportunity to work on meaningful problems within a talented team and high-performance culture.

Halter is the global leader in virtual fencing and herding, trusted by farmers across New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. Halter's smart collars, software, and mobile app allow farmers to contain, monitor, and move their herds without physical fences - improving productivity, animal welfare, and environmental outcomes.