Senior Strategic Communications Partner

Senior Strategic Communications Partner

Corporate Services - Communications

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range:$117464.00- $146830.00per annumplus comprehensive benefits

Hiring Range: $117464.00- $132147.00 per annumplus comprehensive benefits

Work mode:Hybrid*see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive Brampton

Hours of work:35 hours per week

At the Region of Peel were working together to create a Community for Life one where every message program and service contributes to the well-being and sustainability of the people we serve. As the Senior Strategic Communications Partner youll partner with senior leaders to craft compelling narratives strengthen executive visibility and ensure consistent impactful communication across all platforms. Discover how the Region of Peels Strategic Plan Building a Community for Life guides everything we do.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager Internal Communications you will serve as a trusted advisor to Peels executive team providing strategic counsel and hands-on support for all aspects of executive communications. From speeches and social branding to crisis response and stakeholder engagement youll help shape the voice of leadership and build strong connections with internal and external audiences. This is a role for a seasoned communicator who thrives on strategy storytelling and influence. Someone who understands the power of words to inspire confidence and drive impact.

What Youll Do:

Executive Communication Support

• Develop and execute tailored communication plans for senior leaders.
• Draft and refine speeches presentations internal memos and external correspondence.
• Manage executive communication calendars and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Prepare executives for media interviews speaking engagements and public appearances.
• Provide real-time communication support during critical events.

Social Branding & Digital Presence

• Design and implement social media strategies to enhance executive visibility.
• Manage and curate executive social media profiles aligned with brand guidelines.
• Create engaging content for blogs articles videos and social updates.
• Monitor trends and analytics to optimize executive brand-building efforts.

Reputation Management & Crisis Communications

• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment to identify reputational risks.
• Develop proactive strategies to protect and enhance executive reputation.
• Provide crisis communication support and maintain crisis protocols.

Internal Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build internal communication strategies to strengthen executive visibility.
• Manage executive messaging channels and support executive-led initiatives.
• Foster relationships with key internal stakeholders for alignment and collaboration.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism Marketing or related field; Masters preferred.
• 7 years of experience in executive communications public relations or related fields.
• Proven ability to support senior leaders and manage complex communication needs.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital strategies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in municipal government.
• Certifications in communications or related fields.
• Expertise in crisis communication and reputation management.
• Experience with video production and editing.

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)!

At Peel Region we believe in taking care of you. Heres what youll enjoy when you join our team:

• Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision plan (yes even psychological health coverage) starting on your very first day!

• OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.

• Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year because work-life balance is important!

• Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays to recharge whenever you need.

• Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.

• Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases your hard work is recognized and rewarded!

• Supportive Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares and inclusivity is celebrated.

• Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and tons of development resources to keep you growing whether in your career or on a personal level.

Weve got you covered because we know happy healthy people do their best work!

In this role youll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

Its important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that were compliant with all regulations and policies.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview:Ourrecruitmentprocesswill include video conference technology

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Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200000 businesses.

Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.

Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact

Please be advised Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicants responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings interview dates) it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.