Senior Advisor, External Communications, Nuclear

Overview   Atkins

Réalis is looking for Senior Advisor, External Communications, Nuclear. In this role you will be part of our global network of external communication experts who will help advance the global nuclear business' strategic business objectives. You will work in a transformative, collaborative and fast-paced environment supporting your peers in delivering integrated external communications plans for the nuclear business' North American market.

As part of our global external communications centre of expertise, you will be reporting to the Director, Global External Communications, Nuclear. A storyteller at heart, you are rigorous and versatile with excellent writing skills and have experience writing for traditional and digital channels. You are a strategic thinker who has experience working on the development and implementation of external communications strategies.

A strong understanding of the media landscape in Canada and extensive media relations experience is non-negotiable. Ideally, you will also have issues management experience, having advised senior leaders on how best to protect the company reputation and brand. The successful candidate anticipates and understands stakeholder needs and puts forward tangible actions with measurable results. The role will be suited for a creative, task driven individual who knows how to build relationships, has an excellent work ethic and is passionate about promoting the role of nuclear power to help achieve global climate commitments.

Your role     Work collaboratively as part of a global team of external and internal communicators and marketeers working on both regional and global projects
Draft, revise, edit and produce a variety of communication tools intended for various external audiences (e.g. remarks, briefs, key messages, press releases, social media posts, video scripts, etc.)
Develop thought leadership that is aligned with the objectives of the nuclear business and supports the broader brand awareness and reputation building objectives.
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Réalis Nuclear business and its experts in North America through traditional and digital media.
Support the activation of our global partnerships by providing advice and direction for editorial content, ensuring maximum visibility for our subject matter experts and leaders.
Work with internal, marketing and creative design teams to determine appropriate themes and content for communications projects and initiatives.
Devise effective reporting mechanisms and contribute to regular reporting on functional as well as tactical performance.
Ensure that practices, procedures, methodologies and tools are used effectively so that the objectives set out in the business plan are attained.
About You     Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, literature, marketing or related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
8 to 10 years of relevant experience in public relations and communications, ideally in a large, publicly traded company or in the professional services, design and engineering industry.
Proven issues management and media relations experience with a strong understanding of the media landscape in Canada.
Experience working with the US media is a strong asset.
Skilled writer with the ability to convey complex topics in simple language to multiple audiences and channels.
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with experience working with senior leadership.
High accuracy and attention to detail
Strong project management skills
Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
A "news junkie" and passionate about geo-politics and public affairs as it impacts the global nuclear sector.
Bilingualism is an asset
Reward & benefits   Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at Atkins

Réalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid…