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Position: Director, Brand and Communications
Reports to: Vice President, Brand and Communications Job Type: Full Time Contract May 2023 - October 2024

About rennie
rennie brings a thoughtful, trusted approach to the real estate industry, supporting our clients and communities for more than 40 years.


Founded on a people-first culture, our growing team of 130+ head office staff and 240+ real estate advisors work seamlessly together to deliver exceptional experiences and service. Collectively, we provide our clients with the confidence they need to make informed decisions when buying, selling, or building a home or community.


Life at rennie:

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  We have a people-first culture that fosters a vibrant workplace of collaboration, empowerment and opportunity to deliver exceptional experiences and service. Together, we drive each other's collective success.
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  We are diverse?representing a range of skill sets, backgrounds and perspectives?but we are motivated by a common goal: being the most trusted resource in real estate.
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  We work in a fast-paced environment, but we make time to celebrate each other and have fun with our colleagues, families and communities.
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  We offer our employees a competitive salary and bonus program, as well as extended medical, dental, and healthcare benefits that include an employee assistance program, extensive mental health benefits and a healthcare spending account.
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  We take time off to rest and recharge. In addition to statutory holidays, salaried team members enjoy paid vacation time and our home office also closes over the December holidays, as business allows.

About the Opportunity
Taking the lead from the Vice President, Brand and Communications, the Director, Brand and Communications leads the day-to-day operations of the Brand and Communications team. This role oversees the team of marketing professionals in their roles within the brand, communications, product, advisor marketing, digital and creative teams, providing them with guidance, growth and inspiration. This role focuses on driving our strategic objectives, and the pursuit of our creative vision to be the most personable and insightful brand in real estate, all while fostering a positive team environment. The Director, Brand and Communications works closely with rennie senior leaders to advocate for brand standards and promote a consistently high level of service across the department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Works with the team to oversee the development, production and execution of brand, marketing, and communications materials and programs including but not limited to brand campaigns, print collateral, digital content and media, retail and office branding, and advisor marketing
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  Drives the focus to established strategic objectives, ensuring goals are achieved and priorities are defined and understood to grow business objectives and brand awareness.
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  Develops and continually refines systems and processes in the way we do our business to enable efficiencies, effectiveness and facilitate success of the department
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  Responsible for final sign off on all materials, ensuring consistent corporate image, voice and brand standards throughout all marketing materials, product lines and consumer or client facing touchpoints.
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  Meets with key vendors (or other external partners) to maintain productive relationships
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  Seeks and builds cross-functional relationships across the organization to ensure alignment and collaboration on brand initiatives/campaigns/product launches

Leadership Responsibilities

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  Directly leads a team and is responsible for planning, assigning, and directing work; career coaching and developing; appraising and managing performance; recognizing and rewarding employees; creating a respectful workplace
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  Manages in accordance with rennie?s programs and policies to create a thriving, positive and engaging workplace
• Oversees the department budget in line with rennie?s financial goals

Education and Experience:

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  Degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
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  Minimum of 10 years of experience working in marketing
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  Minimum of 5 years of experience leading and motivating other marketing professionals
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  Minimum of 3 years leading a corporate brand
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  Proven experience and proficiency in building healthy, happy and effective teams
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  Proven experience in creating and delivering successful creative and strategic brand, marketing and communications project plans and concepts

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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  Strong knowledge of local real estate market an asset
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  Collaborative, creative, flexible, and innovative team player team player with an ability to work effectively with peers, senior leaders, and key stakeholders
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  Exceptional communication and presentation skills
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  Proven leadership and business acumen skills
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  Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines, always maintains composure and an optimistic, action-oriented attitude
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  Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with good judgment to make timely and sound decisions
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  Strong administrative and organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and workflows
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  Excellent relationship management skills
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  Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
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  Advanced skills using the Microsoft or Google Suite, and experience with Adobe Acrobat preferred

Working Conditions:

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  Our home office is located just outside of Granville Island in Kitsilano and this role is primarily office based with some flexibility to work remotely

How to Apply: Are you interested in working for an industry leader alongside an amazing team?
Please apply here: https://bit.ly/3Y55egj


We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only select individuals will be contacted.

I can?t be me unless I let you be you. - Bob Rennie
At rennie, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We don?t just accept differences, we celebrate them. We?re proud to hire from a variety of backgrounds and are dedicated to adding new perspectives to our team.

For more information, please visit: https://rennie.com/about