Manager, Brand & Communications

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We are Assembly, a leading global omnichannel media agency that merges data, talent, and technology to catalyze growth for the world's most esteemed brands. Our holistic approach weaves together compelling brand narratives with a comprehensive suite of global media capabilities, driving performance and fostering significant business expansion. Our initiatives are powered by STAGE, our proprietary operating system, and executed by a dedicated global team of over 3,000 professionals across 44 offices worldwide.

Committed to purposeful action, we lead the way in social and environmental impact within the agency realm. As a proud member of Stagwell, the challenger network designed to revolutionize marketing, Assembly continues to set new standards of excellence.

ICYMI:Assembly was named Campaign’s 2025 Most Innovative Agency and Sustainability Standout and 2024 Media Agency of the Year. Our innovative work has also earned prestigious accolades, including The Webby Awards, Effies, and Cannes Lions.

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Reporting to the Director, Global Brand & Communications, the Manager, Brand & Communications will support the execution of Assembly's global brand, communications, thought leadership, and executive visibility strategies. This role helps ensure consistent, high-quality communications that strengthen Assembly's reputation among clients, employees, prospective talent, industry partners, and the broader marketplace.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer, storyteller, and project manager who combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative global environment.

Brand Strategy & Positioning

• Partner with the Global SVP of Brand to execute Assembly's global brand strategy and positioning across four regions, with North America as a primary focus.
• Maintain consistent brand messaging and visual identity across markets, channels, and stakeholder groups.
• Develop narratives and communications materials that articulate Assembly's vision, values, capabilities, and competitive differentiation.

Corporate & Internal Communications

• Draft and execute internal and external communications, including executive messages, company announcements, key messaging frameworks, and employee communications.
• Support organizational change, business transformation, and major company initiatives through clear, timely, and audience‑appropriate communications.
• Partner with People Operations, regional leaders, and functional teams to align messaging and support town halls, leadership meetings, company events, and employee engagement efforts.

Thought Leadership & Content Development

• Support Assembly's thought leadership strategy by researching, writing, editing, and coordinating white papers, industry reports, executive articles, case studies, client insights, and conference presentations.
• Partner with subject matter experts across Media, Data, Technology, Commerce, and Analytics to translate complex topics into compelling, accessible content.
• Manage the editorial calendar, reviews, approvals, and delivery timelines in support of brand and business objectives.

Executive Visibility, PR & Industry Influence

• Research and coordinate speaking engagements, conferences, panels, webinars, podcasts, media appearances, awards, and industry recognition opportunities.
• Develop presentations, speeches, talking points, briefing materials, and keynote content for senior leaders.
• Coordinate with PR agencies, media partners, freelancers, and creative partners to amplify priority stories and strengthen market presence.
• Support timely, coordinated responses to reputation‑related communications issues when required.

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