Manager,
Corporate
Communications
Simpcw Resources Group is seeking an experienced Manager, Corporate Communications to lead and oversee the organization's Communications Department. This role is responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide communications strategies while providing leadership, direction, and mentorship to a growing communications team.
Reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, the Communications Manager will oversee all aspects of internal and external communications, corporate branding, media relations, digital communications, social media, content development, community engagement, stakeholder relations, and organizational storytelling across SRG's businesses and operations. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader and trusted advisor who can build a high-performing team, strengthen SRG's brand and reputation, and ensure communications support the organization's long-term vision and business objectives.
The position may be based in our Barriere, Kamloops or Clearwater, BC office, with preference given to Barriere, where our head office is located. Regular travel to company worksites and operating locations may be required.
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive communications, public relations, marketing, or corporate communications experience.
- Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing communications professionals or marketing and communications teams.
- Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic communications plans and
- Experience leading communications initiatives within a complex, multi-division
- Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation
- Strong understanding of branding, reputation management, media relations, and stakeholder
- Experience managing websites, social media platforms, digital communications, and content
- Experience developing communication materials for executive leadership, employees, community members, clients, partners, and government stakeholders.
- Demonstrated project management, organizational, and budget management
- Ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels of an
- Experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations, or governments is considered a strong asset.
- Photography, videography, graphic design, or content production experience is considered an
- Valid Class 5 Driver's
In this role you will:
Communications
Department
Leadership
- Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing communications
- Establish departmental priorities, goals, work plans, and performance measurements aligned with organizational objectives.
- Recruit, onboard, and retain communications
- Conduct performance reviews and support employee growth and
- Oversee departmental workload planning, resource allocation, and project
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, creativity, and continuous
- Manage departmental budgets, external consultants, agencies, and service
- Serve as the organization's communications subject matter expert and strategic advisor to
Strategic
Communications
- Develop and implement SRG's corporate communications
- Ensure communication initiatives support business growth, stakeholder engagement, community relationships, and organizational priorities.
- Provide strategic communications counsel to Executive Leadership and business
- Identify communications risks and opportunities and develop proactive communication
- Lead issues management and crisis communications
- Establish communications performance indicators and evaluate
Corporate Communications & Content Development
- Oversee the creation and delivery of high-quality internal and external communications
- Develop and review news releases, leadership messages, articles, reports, speeches, presentations, newsletters, and promotional content.
- Ensure messaging aligns with SRG's values, vision, and brand
- Lead organizational storytelling efforts that showcase SRG's people, projects, partnerships, and
- Capture and effectively articulate company work experience with a catalogue of relevant examples to support contract pursuits.
- Maintain editorial calendars and oversee content planning activities across all communication
Digital Communications & Brand Management
- Oversee SRG's corporate website, social media platforms, and digital communication
- Lead digital content strategy and audience engagement
- Monitor analytics and performance metrics to improve communication
- Ensure consistent application of brand standards across all business units and communications
- Identify opportunities to strengthen organizational visibility and public
Media Relations & Public Affairs
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media representatives and industry
- Serve as a media contact and spokesperson when
- Coordinate media inquiries, interviews, and public
- Develop media strategies that support organizational priorities and major
- Monitor media coverage and provide advice and recommendations to
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support positive relationships with Simpcw First Nation, Indigenous partners, community organizations, government agencies, industry partners, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Lead communication and engagement activities related to organizational initiatives, projects, and
- Coordinate community events, corporate announcements, sponsorships, and engagement
- Promote awareness of SRG's contributions to economic development, sustainability, and community growth.
- Act as a positive ambassador for the organization within the
Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
- Develop and implement employee communication programs that foster engagement and organizational culture.
- Support change management initiatives through effective communication
- Coordinate employee newsletters, announcements, leadership updates, and recognition
- Promote organizational values, safety culture, and employee success
- Strengthen communication and collaboration across SRG's diverse
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on communications performance and
- Track key performance indicators across communication channels and
- Conduct research and stay informed on emerging communications trends and best
- Recommend innovative approaches to strengthen communications, engagement, and brand
- Ensure continuous improvement of communications processes, systems, and
What's in it for you?
- Competitive total compensation: You'll earn a competitive salary based on your experience and expertise. The expected base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 per year.
- Cell phone reimbursement: Receive $40/pay period to stay connected.
- Supportive, team-first culture: Join a positive, collaborative team where your contributions are valued and your voice is heard.
- Comprehensive benefits: Extended Health & Dental coverage to support your well-being.
- Retirement savings support: Employer-matched Registered Pension Plan (RPP) program to help you plan for the future.
- Vacation: Competitive vacation entitlement, including four (4) weeks of annual vacation for eligible employees, in accordance with SRLLP policy.
- Personal Time Off (PTO): Life happens, and we want to support you both inside and outside of work. Employees in this position participate in our PTO program, allowing them to accrue paid time off for personal appointments, family responsibilities, and other everyday needs.
- Career growth & development: We invest in your future with on-the-job learning, formal training opportunities, and reimbursement for relevant tuition and professional memberships.
- A workplace where you belong: Be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive environment where you can grow your career and make an impact.
