Corporate Strategy and Communications Advisor

Corporate Strategy and Communications Advisor, St. John's
On behalf of our client - Crosbie, Higher Talent is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Corporate Strategy and Communications Advisor. This is a permanent full-time position located in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.
Position Overview
The Corporate Strategy and Communications Advisor (Advisor) will serve as a critical partner to the senior leadership team in a medium-sized business, acting as a steward of accountability, strategy execution, and corporate communications. This role is ideal for a dynamic and strategic professional who seeks to work closely with management and executives to influence outcomes, build alignment, and drive the successful execution of organizational goals without being in an executive role. The Advisor will support leadership in fostering accountability, ensuring the effective execution of strategic initiatives, and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities

1. Stewarding Accountability and Strategic Execution

• Help the management team ensure the organizational strategy is executed effectively, track, follow-through and report on the progress of key decisions and commitments.
• Steward the execution of the organization's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and timelines and organizing periodic strategic sessions to refine goals and priorities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor progress on strategic initiatives and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Partner with department leaders to identify roadblocks, propose solutions, and support alignment across functions for successful strategic plan implementation.
• Assist in organizing and documenting senior leadership and management team meetings, ensuring clear action items are defined and monitored.
• Conduct market and competitive analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Assist with the development of execution plans for strategic objectives and help ensure their prioritization and resourcing.

• Develop and implement corporate communication strategies to enhance the company's internal and external reputation.
• Act as the central point for internal communications, creating materials such as newsletters, intranet updates, and announcements to keep employees informed and aligned with company priorities.
• Craft high-quality executive communication materials, including speeches, presentations, and reports for public and internal engagements.
• Manage the content and development of corporate websites, subsidiary sites and online profiles to ensure relevance and dynamism.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and steward an employee communication strategy using appropriate tactics and channels.

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior managers, government agencies, industry bodies, and community partners.
• Represent the organization at industry forums, community events, and other engagements to strengthen its presence and stakeholder alignment.
• Act as a liaison between senior leadership and broader staff to ensure clear communication and prioritization.
• Oversee or support initiatives that strengthen community ties and the company's reputation as part of fulfilling the company's corporate social responsibility agenda.

• Foster collaboration across the management team by coordinating cross-functional discussions and workshops.
• Assist the executive team in maintaining clear goals, priorities, and performance standards across departments.
• Provide impartial guidance and feedback to leaders to ensure accountability and adherence to agreed-upon plans.
• Support the leadership team in achieving a high-performance culture characterized by transparency, integrity, and results.

• Monitor external trends, media coverage, and stakeholder sentiment to proactively identify risks and opportunities affecting the organization's reputation.
• Serve as a key contributor to the organization's crisis communication plan, ensuring alignment and preparedness in managing sensitive issues.
• Advise leadership on public relations and corporate positioning strategies.

• Conduct research and analysis on industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory developments to provide actionable insights for leadership.
• Support business planning by contributing to the development of strategies, operational plans, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with leadership to refine and articulate the company's vision, mission, and strategic priorities.

Education & Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Preferred: MBA or equivalent graduate-level degree.
• 10+ years of professional experience, ideally in communications, corporate affairs, strategy, or consulting roles.
• Experience working closely with senior leadership or management teams with a track record of high accountability and strategic execution.

Key Skills

• Strong strategic thinking and analytical abilities, with the capability to distill complex concepts into actionable insights.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for executive-level materials and discussions.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including executives and external partners.
• High level of organization and detail orientation with experience managing complex and cross-functional projects.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence others without direct authority.
• Proficiency in productivity tools like Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Comfort working with financial data is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Accountability: Skilled at fostering a culture of accountability and ensuring commitments are met across teams.
• Influence Without Authority: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior leaders and peers to drive alignment and results.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
• Problem-Solving: Adept at identifying obstacles and creating innovative solutions.
• Integrity: Committed to upholding ethical standards and fostering trust within the organization.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT CROSBIE
Crosbie is a family-owned Newfoundland and Labrador-based company with an international footprint. With member companies in Newfoundland and Labrador, Eastern Canada, the United States, Guyana, Crosbie has a proven history of serving the offshore oil & gas, marine construction, commercial construction, and residential real estate industries.
THE PERKS

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume to
Brendan Hagerty | General Manager & Partner | brendan@highertalent.ca
Jump Recruitment Specialists | www.jumpcareers.ca
At Higher Talent we recognize the value of diversity and are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the communities Higher Talent and the organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodations they may need during the recruitment process. This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.