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WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Develop and execute integrated communications strategies to support business objectives and regulatory initiatives
- Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior executives and internal stakeholders
- Manage communications timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination
- Create polished executive presentations and strategic storytelling materials in Google Slides
- Lead the development of communications materials including:
- Fact sheets
- Executive messaging
- Direct mail campaigns
- Internal and external content
- Social media content
- Launch communications
- Developing Google decks
- Understanding of data analytics
- Partner with and direct external agencies on creative development, video production, and campaign execution
- Provide communications guidance and strategic counsel across multiple teams and initiatives
- Ensure messaging consistency across all communications channels
- Manage staff of 2 people
- Oversee content management and support campaign execution from planning through delivery
- Maintain a high standard of professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail
WHAT YOU BRING
- 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs, strategic communications, or related fields
- Experience working within the technology sector or fast-paced corporate environments
- Proven ability to work effectively with senior executives and leadership teams
- Strong people management and team leadership experience
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Advanced presentation development skills, particularly in Google Slides
- Experience managing integrated communications campaigns across multiple channels
- Background directing agencies and managing video/content production projects
- Strong understanding of social media strategy and communications best practices
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional organizational and project management abilities
- Highly proactive, polished, and detail-oriented
- Comfortable building relationships and engaging stakeholders over Zoom and in person
Preferable attributes
- Strategic thinker who can connect the dots across communications channels and audiences
- Self-starter who takes initiative and drives projects forward
- Collaborative and relationship-oriented with strong executive presence
- Brings a positive attitude, strong emotional intelligence, and an engaging, approachable personality
- Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and timelines
Work environment
- Hybrid work model with 2–3 in-office days per week
- Collaborative and cross-functional team environment
- Opportunity to lead high-visibility communications initiatives impacting key business priorities
- Lots of great team activities and career development opportunities
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $105,000 - $130,000 CAD. Salary is based on relevant experience, expertise, and organizational impact.
WE OFFER
- A flexible, hybrid working policy.
- An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
- Mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.
- 15 days paid holiday annually (plus Public Holidays).
- Refreshments are provided in the office all week.
- Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.
- Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
- Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
- Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
- Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®.
- A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
- Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
- The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.
WHY DEPT®?
We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.
We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.
At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.
AI Disclosure: At DEPT®, we use AI-assisted technology (Metaview) to capture notes and summarize interview conversations, so our interviewers can stay fully focused. Using the AI is optional, just let us know if you’d prefer it not be used.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.
Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.
We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.
Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.
