Communications Associate
Communications Associate
Saint John, New Brunswick
Reference #JL-18132
Ocean Capital Holdings Limited is a privately held company with its office located in Saint John, New Brunswick with interests in a number of businesses, including broadcasting, construction, energy, industrial distribution, and real estate. Their purpose is to grow winning businesses with great people, which contribute to better communities. They unlock the potential of their businesses through imagination and a passion for winning, and they celebrate the uniqueness in each person. Their focus is on excellence and accomplishment. The company and its businesses have always been responsible corporate citizens, mindful of the communities where they operate.
On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Communications Associate to join their team of dedicated professionals in Saint John, New Brunswick.
Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Citizenship, this position will provide a great opportunity to be a part of an experienced team and gain exposure to a variety of marketing projects, community engagement activities, and events in a corporate office.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assisting with the development and execution of a yearly communications calendar focused on positioning our brands through content, events, and community engagement activities.
• Support the planning and execution of company events and community engagement initiatives and develop post-event reporting to analyze engagement.
• Providing support with the production of an internal company-wide newsletter and its distribution.
• Develop engaging and persuasive content for a variety of mediums including but not limited to; social media, website materials, Public Relations messages and articles that effectively represent our brands and values.
• Working with external and internal vendors, freelance writers, and photographers to create content for various communications projects.
• Designing the visuals and creating messaging for content to align with the corporate strategy, as well as tracking and monitoring activities for quality and effectiveness.
• Develop monthly and quarterly reports for media monitoring and to analyze engagement metrics.
• Supporting other day-to-day marketing and communication initiatives such as film projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the organization on various initiatives.
• Maintain our digital asset management system, corporate subscriptions, and memberships.
• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with all levels of management and stakeholders.
• An understanding and appreciation of the confidential nature of the position.
Required Education, Expereince, Knowledge, & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong copy writing capabilities and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to details and a keen eye for design.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines, with multiple tasks being managed concurrently.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and social media platforms.
• Advanced analytical abilities and MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills.
• Experience in photography and taking videos would be an asset.
• Creative mindset with experience in Canva or other graphic design programs would be an asset.
• Able to adapt, identify solutions and have a collaborative approach.
• Natural relationship builder who thrives in networking opportunities.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
Providing the opportunities for career and professional growth, Ocean Capital Holdings Limited support their employees` movements to different companies within their group.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online directly by clicking 'Apply Now' below.
If you have any questions, please contact Brittany Beale, Consultant at bbeale@kbrs.ca or Jeff Lanthier, Partner, at jlanthier@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
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