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Emma Nazlin Binti Mohd Abdullah Sidek

Emma Nazlin Binti Mohd Abdullah Sidek

Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
Petaling Jaya

Summary

Strategic Communications leader with 18+ years of experience across healthcare, utilities, and oil & gas. Skilled in corporate reporting, investor relations, media engagement, crisis communications, and sustainability reporting. Proven ability to craft clear narratives, strengthen stakeholder trust, and manage high-profile events including AGMs and global town halls. Passionate about uplifting voices, building trust, and serving with purpose.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

IHH Healthcare Berhad
09.2018 - Current
  • Lead Group-wide strategic communications for one of the world’s largest healthcare networks, spanning 10+ countries.
  • Oversee the full cycle of the Annual Report production, ensuring compliance with Bursa/SGX requirements and alignment with corporate strategy.
  • Manage AGM/EGM communications, investor messaging, and disclosures in partnership with Group Finance & Investor Relations.
  • Develop key messages, speeches, and thought leadership for senior management including the Group CEO.
  • Strengthen Group reputation through proactive media relations, issues management, and crisis communications.
  • Drive internal alignment through town halls, leadership communications, and strategic campaigns.
  • Partner with sustainability team to communicate ESG priorities, enhancing IHH’s standing with investors and stakeholders.

Corporate Communications Manager

MyHSR Corporation Sdn Bhd
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Developed media strategy and led communications for Malaysia’s high-profile High-Speed Rail project.
  • Produced press releases, media advisories, and messaging frameworks for government stakeholders.
  • Created the company’s first Crisis Communications Plan.
  • Planned and managed corporate events, stakeholder briefings, and internal engagement initiatives.

Strategic Communications Manager

Ranhill Holdings Berhad
04.2016 - 07.2017
  • Directed media relations, stakeholder engagement, and crisis communications.
  • Produced Annual Report and oversaw AGM communications.
  • Launched the company’s first sustainability report under GRI standards.
  • Strengthened brand positioning through consistent corporate messaging.

Corporate Development Manager

UMW Oil & Gas Corporation Berhad
12.2008 - 04.2016
  • Key member of Investor Relations team; co-developed IR Policy and 15-Year Blueprint.
  • Managed IR calendar, analyst briefings, and disclosure practices; secured coverage from 15+ local and international analysts.
  • Produced Chairman’s Statement and CEO Review for Annual Reports.
  • Led corporate sustainability and ESG reporting initiatives.
  • Developed BOD papers, market intelligence reports, and global industry analysis.

Corporate Affairs Executive

UMW Corporation Sdn Bhd
01.2005 - 11.2008
  • Managed public relations, internal communications, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Produced speeches, press materials, newsletters, and corporate publications.
  • Supported major CSR programmes, exhibitions, and plant openings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Computer Science / Information Technology

Charles Sturt University/Help University
Perth/Kuala Lumpur
01.2004

Skills

  • Strategic Messaging & Media Relations
  • Investor Relations & Disclosures
  • Stakeholder & Government Engagement
  • Corporate & Sustainability Reporting (Bursa/SGX compliance)
  • Crisis & Issues Communications
  • ESG / Sustainability Communications
  • Annual Reports, AGMs & Town Halls
  • Digital & Social Media Strategy
  • Leadership & Team Collaboration

Certifications

2024

Applied Corporate Finance - University of Cambridge, in collaboration with edX

Financial accounting and capital markets - University of Cambridge, in collaboration with edX

Foundations of Corporate Finance - University of Cambridge, in collaboration with edX

Leadership and Communication - HarvardX, in collaboration with edX

Digital Marketing Fundamentals - The University of Edinburgh, in collaboration with edX.

Digital Marketing Analytics: Tools and Techniques - University of Maryland, in collaboration with edX.

Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking - HarvardX, in collaboration with edX

Timeline

Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

IHH Healthcare Berhad
09.2018 - Current

Corporate Communications Manager

MyHSR Corporation Sdn Bhd
08.2017 - 09.2018

Strategic Communications Manager

Ranhill Holdings Berhad
04.2016 - 07.2017

Corporate Development Manager

UMW Oil & Gas Corporation Berhad
12.2008 - 04.2016

Corporate Affairs Executive

UMW Corporation Sdn Bhd
01.2005 - 11.2008

Bachelor's Degree - Computer Science / Information Technology

Charles Sturt University/Help University

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