Communications Manager

Montreal, QC, Canada

Job Description


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\xe2\x80\x99s & 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:

  • Develop and support implementation of effective press strategies that drive the corporate communication narrative
  • Manage press release planning, development, and distribution (including collaborating with PR agency)
  • Collaborate with regional marketing colleagues to establish, cultivate and grow positive media relations programs aligned with the corporate strategy
  • Manage corporate byline program including pipeline development, research, writing briefs and editing
  • Assist in coordinating press interviews, including spokesperson training and message development
  • Contribute to developing a strong editorial calendar that promotes key business initiatives, corporate narratives, and overall brand awareness
  • Manage the development and implementation of corporate communications policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines
  • Develop rapid fire responses to respond to industry developments
  • Support corporate media training for spokespeople and subject matter experts to ensure ongoing thought leadership
  • Support global communications and marketing programs including product launches, press & analyst events, office launches and PR campaigns
  • Help maintain corporate communications updates on company\xe2\x80\x99s website and intranet
  • 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
  • Seek out best practices and latest industry trends in PR
  • Other related tasks as assigned
About you:
  • 8+ years of communications experience (minimum 2 years in a B2B role)
  • Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
  • Proven experience in media relations and issues management
  • True passion for communications, branding and lead generation. You are passionate about developing strategic communications programs that drive measurable business results
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while working in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate and work well with cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated ability to take complex ideas and translate them into key messages and creative executions that resonate with employees and/or other stakeholders
  • Experience in advising internal stakeholders on external communications best practices
  • Ability to plan short, mid and long-term communication plans aligned to business goals
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Experience working in both corporate and regional/field-based marketing teams an asset
  • Security industry experience an asset
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and experience with Project Management Software
Let\xe2\x80\x99s talk perks!
  • Attractive compensation package
  • Training Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Subsidized meals in our amazing Bistro (Les Cordons Bleus)
  • Work-life balance with a flexible working schedule
  • Free, unlimited coffee
  • Private, free parking for all employees
  • 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!

Thank you for your application, but please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted. Head-hunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resum\xc3\xa9s/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers.

Genetec

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2209331
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Montreal, QC, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned