Senior External Communications Lead - Canada

SNC-Lavalin; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Manager for External Communications in Canada. The successful candidate will lead regional communications strategies, collaborate with various teams, and nurture media relationships. With over 10 years of experience in public relations and a degree in communications, the person will excel in a bilingual environment. This full-time, permanent role based in Montreal offers competitive salary and benefits along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Training and professional development

Hybrid working culture

Generous time-off policies

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in external communications.
• Proven experience in media relations and crisis management.
• Ability to coach and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead external communications for Canada.
• Develop and execute communications strategies.
• Build and nurture relationships with media and industry influencers.
• Manage external PR agencies as required.
• Measure and report on communications impact.

Skills

External communications

Media relations

Crisis management

Bilingualism (English/French)

Public affairs

Coaching and developing team members

Proactive solution-oriented approach

Education

Degree in communications, public relations, or marketing

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Manager for External Communications in Canada. The successful candidate will lead regional communications strategies, collaborate with various teams, and nurture media relationships. With over 10 years of experience in public relations and a degree in communications, the person will excel in a bilingual environment. This full-time, permanent role based in Montreal offers competitive salary and benefits along with professional development opportunities.