Manager, Corporate Communications (18 Month Contract)

Canadian Tire Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Corporate Communications Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategic communications. In this dynamic position, you will lead a talented team, develop impactful communication plans, and enhance the corporate reputation among key audiences. Your expertise in writing, media relations, and financial communications will be crucial as you navigate a fast-paced environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an innovative organization that values diversity and inclusion, providing competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to employee well-being. Be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of Canadians.

Benefits

Store Discounts

Supported Learning Programs

Profit Sharing

Retirement and Savings Programs

Mental Health Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years in communications with strong writing and editing skills.
• Experience managing teams and working with media.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic communications activities for the company.
• Develop communication plans supporting corporate strategies.
• Lead a team to create integrated communication programs.

Skills

Writing and Editing

Media Relations

Team Management

Financial Communications

Interpersonal Communication

Content Development

Research Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Communications

Public Relations degree

Journalism degree

Job description

What you’ll do

Working in a fast-paced environment on multiple simultaneous initiatives, the Corporate Communications Manager will effectively oversee the planning and execution of strategic communications activities for Canadian Tire Corporation

• Help build, protect and enhance CTC’s corporate reputation among key audiences including the business community, media and third-party organizations

• Develop and execute communication plans and programs in support of CTC’s True North strategy that meet business and stakeholder requirements and generate positive media coverage

• Lead a team of talented communications professionals to develop integrated, multi-channel strategies and programs

• Support the management of issues stemming from social platforms, in-store escalations and/or media stories to protect and maintain brand reputation

• With a keen eye for detail and understanding of financial communications, support development of quarterly and annual materials for CTC and lead development of quarterly and annual materials for CT REIT

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of corporate social media channels, such as LinkedIn

• Act as communication team lead on various projects and events, working closely with business leadership and project teams to advance priorities and develop effective and integrated plans

• Develop creative, clear, and engaging content, including writing, editing and PowerPoint presentations

• Research, stay current, and share relevant findings about emerging trends, best practices, and potential issues and opportunities in the retail and consumer markets

What you bring

• 10+ years of progressive experience in the communication field

• Exceptional writing and editing skills

• Post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related degree/diploma

• Experience working directly with media and with issues management

• Experience managing a team

• Experience with financial communications, including quarterly and annual reports

• Excellent spoken and interpersonal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to balance multiple priorities, prioritize and deliver programs and tactics on time in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment

• Strong relationship builder who is a fast learner and able to think quickly on their feet

• Demonstrated track record in working with others and ability to interact effectively with senior management

• Creative, professional, self-motivated and constantly looking to implement best practices in all areas of the communications field

• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required, which may include early mornings, evenings and weekends

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About Us

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies.With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.