Directeur.trice, Communications d’entreprise et Affaires publiques| Director, Communications and Public Affairs

Job summary

The director will define and deploy the company's overall internal and external communications strategy while acting as a strategic advisor to senior leadership. Responsibilities include managing media relations, crisis communications, public affairs, and leading the communications team to support organizational goals.

Job details

Overview Create value at TC Transcontinental. At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We have been driving innovation since 1976. Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services. Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, you will be responsible for defining and deploying the company’s overall internal and external communications strategy. You will act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership to ensure communications are clear, engaging, and aligned with business priorities. Responsibilities When your actions lead to success: Advising senior leaders on communications with employees, managers, media, investors, and other stakeholders. Leading communications related to strategic initiatives, organizational transformations, and major business issues. Developing leadership messaging, communication plans, executive content, and corporate visibility strategies. Managing media relations, crisis communications, public affairs, and government relations. Collaborating with Finance and Investor Relations teams to coordinate the external communications of a publicly traded company. Modernizing communication practices by leveraging data, digital tools, and artificial intelligence. Leading, developing, and engaging the Communications team. Contributing to the strengthening of the company culture and employee engagement across a multi-site manufacturing environment. Qualifications When your expertise drives us: More than 10 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or executive communications. Experience managing teams and advising senior leaders. Strong ability to influence, provide strategic counsel, and simplify complex issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English. Experience working within a publicly traded company is required. Experience in change management, organizational transformation, and/or manufacturing environments is a significant asset. Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment where strategic, operational, and people-related issues intersect. When benefits really help you live better: We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include: Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance Paid time off Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more Career development opportunities A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported EEO TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process. TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate. We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact talent@tc.tc. Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental. #LI-JC1

What you’ll do

The director will define and deploy the company's overall internal and external communications strategy while acting as a strategic advisor to senior leadership. Responsibilities include managing media relations, crisis communications, public affairs, and leading the communications team to support organizational goals.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in corporate communications or public relations, including experience in a publicly traded company. Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based incentives
• Retirement savings plans
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks
• Career development opportunities

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Organizational Transformation · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Corporate communications
• Public relations
• Executive communications
• Strategic planning
• Media relations
• Crisis communications
• Public affairs
• Government relations
• Investor relations
• Change management
• Organizational transformation
• Leadership
• Data analysis
• Digital tools
• Artificial intelligence
• Stakeholder management
• Influencing Skills
• Organizational Transformation
• Workplace Inclusivity
• External Communication Strategy
• Time Off Management
• Media Relations
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Change Management
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Public Relations
• Corporate Communications
• Creativity
• Crisis Communications
• Employee Engagement
• Finance
• French Language
• Lobbying
• Marketing
• Innovation
• Investor Relations
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Public Affairs
• Advising
• Business Priorities

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Marketing
• Manufacturing
• Finance & Accounting
• Director of Communications and Public Affairs
• Public Administrator (General)
• Senior Government Officials
• Chief Executives

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