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123Dentist

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Job summary

A leading company in the dental industry is seeking a Senior Communications Manager to enhance internal and external communications. This role involves managing the internal community app, public relations strategies, and the company's podcast. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in communications and a passion for community building.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Great benefits package
Professional advancement opportunities
Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in corporate communications or public relations.
  • Proven experience managing internal communications platforms and tools.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute internal communications strategy to foster engagement.
  • Manage external communications and public relations strategies.
  • Oversee the Smile Talk Podcast and its content strategy.

Skills

Communications
Media Relations
Digital Engagement
Project Management
Bilingualism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or marketing

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Dynamics
ClickDimensions
Mailchimp

Job description

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123Dentist is Canada’s largest majority dentist-owned network of dental practices, with almost 500 locations nationwide and nearly 8,000 employees. We offer professional advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, corporate sponsored incentive programs such as long-term bonuses for full-time employees (a first of its kind in the Canadian dental industry), and a long-term career in a growing network located in multiple communities across the country, at all levels of the industry.

Whether you’re entering the job market or you’re an experienced practitioner, we welcome your interest! Come join the 123Dentist team and be part of our success.

We provide Canadian dentists and dental practices with an array of non-clinical support and resources, including accounting, HR, marketing, as well as supply & equipment procurement.

By leveraging our unmatched management experience, marketing expertise and state-of-the-art technologies, we allow dentists to take advantage of a practical and effective alternative to practice ownership and focus on what they’re best at – being a dentist!

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager of Communications to lead internal and external communications at 123Dentist. In addition to overseeing internal communications, and public relations, this role will be responsible for the management and growth of My123, our internal community app, as well as the successful launch, positioning and development of Smile Talk, our official podcast.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communications, media relations, and digital engagement, with a passion for building community and enhancing brand reputation. This role requires leadership, creativity, and a results-driven mindset to drive engagement across multiple channels.

The role reports into VP Marketing, will sit on the Marketing Leadership team, and will manage cross-functional project teams and external PR and podcast agency partners.

Your Day-to-Day at 123Dentist:

Internal Communications

  • Accountable to develop and execute an internal communications strategy that fosters engagement, alignment, and promotes the company culture.
  • Collaborate with HR and senior leadership to ensure effective communication of company updates, initiatives, and values.
  • Own the management of our internal newsletter (SmileScoop), announcements, and executive communications.
  • Collaborate closely with Central Operations to develop and implement strategies to communicate effectively with operations teams, office managers and frontline dental teams across 123Dentist clinics.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to define a partner engagement strategy with relevant communications delivered in a timely and engaging manner.
  • Define and maintain the 123 Brand Tone of Voice and ensure compliance across all functions and communications.
  • Define the optimal ecosystem of tools to facilitate seamless engagement from all teams across the organization.

My123

  • Take ownership, manage, grow and optimize My123, our internal community app, to drive adoption, usage, UX improvements, content quality and meaningful employee interactions.
  • Create a clear vision for My123 and engage and inspire a cross-functional team to take the app to its highest possible level.
  • Develop campaigns and communications aimed at creating maximum engagement and grow My123 to become the #1 communications channel for 123Dentist
  • - Develop metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure engagement and impact.
  • Continuously improve the effectiveness of My123 through feedback loops, analytics, and best practices.

External Communications & Public Relations

  • Develop and execute a proactive media relations strategy to enhance 123Dentist’s reputation.
  • Manage our PR agency and create a proactive PR schedule, with a regular drumbeat of stories, aiming to raise the profile of 123Dentist and our SME in key industry, business and general publications.
  • Identify and support the company’s spokespersons, managing crisis communications and media inquiries when necessary.
  • Oversee corporate messaging and branding across press releases, website content, and external publications.
  • Support the Business Development team in communication strategies related to clinic acquisitions and new partner additions.
  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders, industry associations, and external partners.
  • Identify awards and recognition for 123Dentist to take part in and communicate its leadership position.

Content & Thought Leadership

  • Oversee the Smile Talk Podcast, from concept development to launch and ongoing content strategy, ensuring it represents the 123Dentist brand values and projects deep and meaningful connections with participants
  • Lead the production, distribution and activation strategies, working closely with marketing in creating outreach campaigns and dissemination through social media and other channels, to maximize reach and engagement.
  • Develop scripts, interview questions, and promotional strategies for podcast episodes.
  • Collaborate with executives and subject matter experts to position 123Dentist as a leader in the dental industry.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, public relations, or a related field.
  • Proven experience managing internal communications platforms, apps, or employee engagement tools.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics, ClickDimensions, Mailchimp and/or other CRM/CMS/Comms technologies a plus.
  • Proven experience of building and engaging internal and external communities through social media, apps and other methods
  • Experience in podcast production, hosting, or content development is a strong asset.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
  • Ability to work at both strategic and hands-on levels, managing day-to-day execution while driving long-term vision.
  • Experience in a multi-location or franchise-based organization is an asset.
  • Bilingualism (English and French) a key asset

Why You'll Love Working Here?

  • Full-time permanent employment, competitive salary and great benefits package
  • A collaborative team that will support and train you, great office environment
  • Challenging and rewarding role that will develop your skillset and talent
  • Dynamic, fast paced and growing company, with an entrepreneurial, ‘can do’ attitude

At 123Dentist, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and offer a dynamic environment where you can make an impact on the total rewards experience for our team members across the country.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
  • Industries
    Hospitals and Health Care

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