Sr. Manager, Strategic Communications – Public Relations

Overview At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. KPMG in Calgary continues to grow and is looking for a highly experienced Senior Manager to help tell our story externally – particularly to media. Reporting to the Associate Marketing Director, Calgary, and working closely with colleagues across the business, the Sr. Communications Manager will use their 10+ years of experience to deliver trusted advice and exceptional skills to raise the profile and reputation of KPMG in Calgary with key audiences in support of business objectives. This is a high-impact role that will make a meaningful difference in how we communicate externally. The successful candidate will bring deep relationships with media and influencers, a passion for the issues that shape the national agenda, a client-centric mindset, impeccable writing and editing skills, and a commitment to delivering excellent work while managing competing deadlines. What you will do Develop external communications strategies and campaigns that raise KPMG’s profile and reputation in support of business objectives Establish/grow relationships with key media and influencers within the Calgary marketplace to raise the profile of KPMG subject matter experts and the firm’s thought leadership, research and insights to drive strategic coverage Support/coach executive leaders in building/growing media profiles Leverage various research tools to build meaningful content aligned with business objectives Monitor news, economic, media and industry trends to deliver timely and strategic advice Monitor and manage the impact of communications, ensure consistent service delivery, identify areas to increased value, and bring forward creative solutions Collaborate and consult with marketing and communication colleagues across the business to identify areas to increase awareness of campaigns, and bring new ideas forward on how best to tell an impactful story What you bring to the role A passion for news with the ability to identify important trends, alignment to our business priorities and identify creative new approaches Strong existing relationships with media and influencers Strategic thinking Clear communication of complex issues in a simplified manner to a variety of audiences Succinct writing style – you know how to get to the point quickly and deliver information in a compelling way Attention to detail and the ability to tackle tasks big and small Strong initiative, planning and execution skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to deliver high-quality work Ability to build and maintain relationships in a matrix environment Dedication and motivation to deliver high standards of client service Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 10+ years of communications experience in public relations (or media relations) and journalism. Experience working with public opinion polls to generate relevant news content Strong executive presence Excellent writing and communications skills with proven ability to use communications as a creative tool to engage people Keys to your success KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here. Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here. For general recruitment-related inquiries, please contact the HR Delivery Centre at [email protected]. If you have a question about accessible employment at KPMG, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact us at [email protected] or phone: 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778.