Communications Manager Jobs

The team:

Genetec is a market leader and innovative technology company with a broad solutions portfolio that encompasses security, intelligence and operations. We are looking for a Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations (PR), to join our global team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Communication’s & PR, you will support the development of effective and impactful communication strategies and campaigns that drive global brand awareness, influence influencers, and increases stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in external communications, including media relations and issues management, and possess strong writing skills and business acumen. You are innovative, have the ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.

What your day will look like:

• Contribute to developing a strong editorial calendar that promotes key business initiatives, corporate narratives, and overall brand awareness
• Develop and support implementation of effective press strategies that drive the corporate communication narrative
• Manage the development and implementation of corporate communications policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines
• Manage corporate byline program including pipeline development, research, writing briefs and editing
• Help maintain corporate communications updates on company’s website and intranet
• Collaborate with regional marketing colleagues to establish, cultivate and grow positive media relations programs aligned with the corporate strategy
• Manage press release planning, development, and distribution (including collaborating with PR agency)
• Seek out best practices and latest industry trends in PR
• Support global communications and marketing programs including product launches, press & analyst events, office launches and PR campaigns
• Support corporate media training for spokespeople and subject matter experts to ensure ongoing thought leadership
• Other related tasks as assigned
• Develop rapid fire responses to respond to industry developments
• Assist in coordinating press interviews, including spokesperson training and message development
• Track key projects and ensure coordination of project/deliverable timelines with key internal stakeholders including content, web, social media, product marketing, creative and internal communications
• Maintain and oversee global PR tracker, media coverage reports, and editorial calendars

About you:

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in both corporate and regional/field-based marketing teams an asset
• 8+ years of communications experience (minimum 2 years in a B2B role)
• Strong attention to detail
• True passion for communications, branding and lead generation. You are passionate about developing strategic communications programs that drive measurable business results
• Proven experience in media relations and issues management
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and experience with Project Management Software
• Experience in advising internal stakeholders on external communications best practices
• Security industry experience an asset
• Ability to plan short, mid and long-term communication plans aligned to business goals
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate and work well with cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
• Demonstrated ability to take complex ideas and translate them into key messages and creative executions that resonate with employees and/or other stakeholders

Let’s talk perks!

• Private, free parking for all employees
• Training Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Attractive compensation package
• Subsidized meals in our amazing Bistro (Les Cordons Bleus)
• Free, unlimited coffee
• Work-life balance with a flexible working schedule
• Onsite fitness facility with personal trainer

Would you like to know what it looks like to work at Genetec? Click on the following link to find out for yourself! Genetec Culture

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