Director, Communications (1 Year Contract)

Lundin Mining’s mission is to responsibly mine base metals vital to society. Our success is supported by a strong safety culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. At Lundin Mining, you’ll collaborate with a global, diverse team at our offices in Vancouver and Santiago, and our operations worldwide. Join us to be part of a high performing team where your ideas can shape the future of mining.

The Role:

We are seeking a Director of Communications to lead and execute our global communications strategy during a pivotal phase of transformation and brand evolution. This role is a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution, requiring a leader who can drive high-level initiatives while managing day-to-day communications.

As we embark on a global brand refresh, this role will play a critical part in shaping our narrative, strengthening our reputation, and ensuring alignment across all regions.

This is a temporary contract position for one year with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leadership to communicate the Company’s evolving vision, mission, and strategic priorities across all stakeholders.
• Lead the global rollout of the new brand identity, ensuring consistency across locations.
• Drive brand positioning and development, aligning messaging and visual identity with company values and goals.
• Oversee branding materials, media assets, and design updates, managing the company’s media library.
• Implement a comprehensive communications strategy that supports the company’s transformation and brand refresh.
• Ensure clear, timely communication across all channels, balancing business priorities with stakeholder needs.
• Manage corporate internal communications and maintain the company intranet on SharePoint.
• Lead monthly and quarterly meetings with site communication teams to align efforts and provide guidance.
• Oversee the corporate events calendar and collaborate with internal departments on company events and updates.
• Track and report key communication metrics to measure effectiveness.
• Work closely with internal teams, including HR, Investor Relations, and Sustainability to align messaging and engagement strategies.
• Foster a culture of transparency and engagement by enhancing internal communication practices.
• Mentor and guide site communication teams, promoting innovation and collaboration.
• Establish best practices to measure and optimize communication impact.

What You Bring:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in communications and brand development, including leadership roles.
• Post-graduate degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field is an asset.
• Proven expertise in brand transformation, including strategy development and execution.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Experience working in a global, multi-market environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to navigate complex business changes with clarity, confidence, and strategic influence.
• Demonstrated success in corporate communications, content creation, and event management.
• Proficiency in SharePoint and other communication tools.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.
• Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is an asset.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to the company’s operations as needed.

Why Join Lundin Mining?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the communications strategy of a company undergoing an exciting transformation. Lead a global brand refresh, craft impactful narratives, and collaborate with top executives to drive business success. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy a challenge, we’d love to hear from you!