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communications director

Title posted on CareerBeacon - Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Employer details Bell Canada

Job details

Req Id: 421814At Bell, our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We achieve this by providing consumers and businesses with the best network technologies in the world, innovative digital solutions and seamless customer experiences. It's all developed and delivered by the members of #TeamBell and we're always on the lookout for people with great skills and experiences. We value diversity and provide a supportive, inclusive community where all team members can succeed. And through our commitment to environmental, social and governance initiatives, you will feel good about the greater impact you will have ? making every day better for people as they connect, work, learn and play. Join us. You belong at Bell. Be at the centre of Bell's transformation and growth on the Corporate Services team. Enabling our industry-leading businesses requires many teams working collaboratively, such as Corporate Security &amp; Responsibility, Corporate Communications, Human Resources, Procurement, Strategic Business Transformation and Real Estate. You'll be part of guiding strategic vision and hands-on delivery of the business to drive our business forward and support groups and team members across the entire organization. At Bell, your insights and experience will make an impact in bringing the best digital connections and next generation services to Canadians. Join us as we transform from a traditional telecommunications company to tech services and digital media leader. SummaryWe are looking for a senior manager, external communications with a focus on corporate strategies and media relations. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategic external communications programs and media relations strategy. Collaborating closely with team members across Bell, you will drive communications programs that generate measurable results. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute comprehensive external communications plans to support key priorities and initiatives that enhance and protect the corporate reputation of Bell Develop media relations strategies; establish and maintain positive media relationships, act as a company spokesperson and be the first point of contact including some after-hours dutiesLead a team of 1-2 communications professionals while working closely with other Bell Communications team members on key initiativesSupport Bell executives with communications expertise and advise, including spokesperson preparationDevelop communications materials including press releases, key messages, briefing materials and backgroundersApply exceptional judgement to anticipate and effectively manage organizational risks and issuesStay up-to-date on evolving economic, political, regulatory and social issues that affect Bell's business across the countryIdentify new opportunities and fresh ways to communicate about Bell to its audiencesMonitor and measure communications impact for key activitiesCritical Qualifications6-8 years of progressive experience in public relations / media relations Previous experience leading a small teamExperience in a complex, issues-driven organizationExceptional writing and editing skills across a variety of vehiclesDemonstrated success at driving effective external communications campaigns and programsCan apply strategic thinking to issues management and crisis commsAbility to juggle multiple projects and deliver quality communications with tight deadlinesExperience with a technology or telecoms company an asset#EmployeeReferralProgramAdequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.Additional Information:Position Type: ManagementJob Status: Regular - Full TimeJob Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Quebec : Montreal Work Arrangement: HybridApplication Deadline: 05/02/2025For work arrangements that are 'Hybrid', successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days