MANAGER, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

Division: Communications and Public Relations 

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday  - Friday

Job location: Alberta, Ontario, Quebec (Remote)

Employment type: Full Time  

The Corporate Communications team is an essential partner to the business and we’re seeking a dynamic Manager, Corporate Communications, ready for an energizing career experience. Reporting to the VP, Communications and Public Relations, the Manager will play a leadership role in our organization and most especially, the Corporate Communications team. This position is essential in the effective and successful delivery of the department’s strategic plan. Sound interesting? Here is a little more…

As the Manager, Corporate Communications you will be responsible for:

• Play a key role in the development, execution, and measurement of the annual Corporate Communications functional plan
• Advance employee engagement, company purpose and values, and leadership vision through effective multi-channel internal communication practices
• Develop and advise on communications strategies and tactics that align with corporate priorities and the objectives of key business partners
• Craft communications materials for senior leaders, including but not limited to, key messages, speaking notes, announcements and video scripts
• Oversee operations and enhancement of all internal communications channels, including company Intranet which remains primary channel to reach all global employees
• Contribute to the Corporate Communications team’s measurement plan, including developing and tracking metrics to measure the impact of communications efforts and using data to evolve your work
• Work in close concert with key business partners, including Human Resources, leading on critical employee initiatives that impact their experience at Aurora
• Keep current of the business to deliver effective communications that reach our global team and work to build effective relationships, especially in hybrid work environment
• Continuously enhance the services of the Corporate Communications team by bringing new and innovative practices forward
• Provide counsel, support, and coaching to members of the Corporate Communications team
• Support business transformation and issues/crisis, including development of strategic communication and corresponding communication materials to effectively reach all stakeholders
• Manage the work of external vendors, providing feedback and direction, while adhering to budget and project timelines

You’re the ideal candidate if you have…

• Post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, or similar discipline.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in Communications or Public Relations, within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with experience writing for senior leadership
• The ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling messaging and consistent corporate voice

You’re the ideal candidate if you have…

• Strong leadership capabilities, with a proven track record of building effective relationships with senior leaders, business partners, and teammates – especially in remote work environment
• Ability to prioritize among competing requests, embrace change, and demonstrate diplomacy, professionalism, and a positive attitude
• Passion for advancing the communication discipline in a fast-paced business
• Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining confidentiality
• Experience in public markets and cannabis industry knowledge considered an asset
• Experience producing all-employee events in a hybrid setting considered an asset

Why you’ll love working at Aurora

• Flexibility: you will enjoy a flexible work environment that is the perfect blend of work and fun! You will be empowered to achieve work-life balance with flexible hours, remote work options, meeting-free-Friday-afternoons and more!  
• Total Rewards: we will motivate you to go above and beyond with a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, company SWAG, team activities and modern technology.

• Team: we are a diverse and global team of cannabis enthusiasts, energetic innovators, fitness gurus, caring parents, foodies and more, with a collective passion to nurture an inclusive environment that helps you grow and provide people better days with cannabis.

Next steps
Apply today by submitting your resume through our website. You can expect your application to be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition Team and we will contact you if we see a fit via email.

Think you’re the ideal candidate but you don’t meet all the requirements? Apply anyways. We would love to review your application to see if you’re the right fit or find you an alternative opportunity.  Not the role for you? Share this posting with your network while subscribing to our Talent Community to learn more about upcoming opportunities (hot tip: if you are an Aurora employee, take advantage of the employee referral program by sharing this posting with someone in your network! If they are the successful candidate, you may be eligible for a bonus!).  

Diversity and inclusion
At Aurora, we are proud to foster and celebrate a diverse community of professionals! We take pride in nurturing an inclusive culture that empowers our people to be their authentic selves, celebrate their differences and love where they work.

Our diverse community combined with our inclusive culture, is what sets us apart in the industry and equips our A-Team with superpowers – and this is why, we encourage all candidates to apply for job opportunities regardless of race, national origin, colour, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital and family status, disability, or any other identifying characteristic. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site or alternate format of job posting) during the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to let our team know!
 

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