We are SenateSHJ

Who we are

SenateSHJ exists to help people communicate – the force that drives progress and connection.

Since 2002, we’ve helped clients solve their most challenging reputation, change and engagement problems. A collision of transformative shocks – social, environmental, geopolitical, technological and economic – has provoked profound challenges, and created unique opportunities. No leader, no organisation can avoid these trends.

Navigating change.

This change boosts innovation and presents a compelling need to create healthier communities, a sustainable economy, and a fairer and more sustainable future.

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Establishing trust.

And these trends shape perceptions, conspire against clarity and accelerate misinformation, eroding trust and reputation, while presenting obstacles to change, and fracturing communities.

Creating impact.

Over the years, we’ve evolved to meet our clients’ needs and build their capabilities, making us one of Australasia’s most successful independent consultancies and agents for change.

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Building futures.

We are energised by opportunities where we help build reputations and create change in areas that matter like health and wellness, trust and cohesion, democracy and resilience, the energy transition, and reshaping our economy and financial futures.

Energised team.

We are here when you want a different perspective and smart thinking. We are here when you want someone who cares as much as you. We are here to help make a difference.

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Proud partners of PROI.

We are proud partners of PROI Worldwide, the largest global network of independent communication firms. With 90+ partners in 65 countries, we share insights and collaborate globally. Angela Scaffidi is Global Chair, strengthening connections across regions.

Award-winning in 2026.

PRovoke Media recognised us among the 16 Best Agencies in Australia and New Zealand, as well as the 100 Best Agencies in the World and 40 Best Public Affairs Agencies globally.

We were also recognised by The Australian as one of the Best Places to Work 2026, reflecting both the calibre of our work and the culture behind it.

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Part of the Adfactors Family

Our connection to Adfactors, India’s largest strategic communication firm, is underpinned by a shared ambition to create bigger impact on the world’s biggest challenges.  

Our values

Energised

We truly believe in the work that we do. Our enthusiasm is infectious. Our passion unites and drives us.

Restless

We are curious. We are always looking for new and better ways. We push ourselves to deliver the very best thinking, execution and evaluation.

Grounded

We are real. We are genuine. We deliver practical advice to each other and our clients.

United

We encourage each other. We are team players. We roll up our sleeves and work together to get the job done.

Work with us

We come from diverse backgrounds, including policy, journalism, marketing, management consulting, legal and digital strategy. We look for people who believe in the work we do.

We’re always on the look out for talent, so please feel free to send through your details should a role that matches your skillset arise in the future.

Current vacancies

We’re recruiting. If you’re looking for your next career challenge or an internship opportunity, please get in touch.