Ingenium Communications (www.ingeniumcommunications.com), a leading marketing and communications firm specializing in strategy design, is recruiting for a full-time Senior Communications Consultant.

Founded in 2001, Ingenium has earned a national reputation for excellence in the art and science of communications and marketing strategy. We offer a full range of fully bilingual strategic communications and marketing services, complemented by an extensive practice in the areas of facilitation, training and organizational development. Our team supplies our clients with essential expertise in communications and marketing strategy, project management, marketing analysis and benchmarking, communications audits/assessments, evaluation, design of communications teams, training and facilitation.

This key role is an ideal opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment of creativity, variety and a passion for quality client service. The Senior Consultant will have an opportunity to work on a wide range of files and client assignments, supporting a platinum list of high profile clients.

Reporting to the Principal and Founder, this role requires a depth and breadth of experience in strategic communications. If you are the ideal candidate, you have a strong analytical and strategic mind, and are able to synthesize complex material quickly, develop creative client solutions, and consistently deliver exceptionally high quality written products.

This role is a unique opportunity to be exposed to an extraordinary range of communications and marketing files, do high-value, meaningful strategic communications work, and to contribute to the continued growth of a leading firm while working with some of the best talent in the industry.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Develop communications and marketing strategies, including the research/analysis and consultative phases, strategic approach, key messages, tactical recommendations and evaluation framework
• Manage and write client assignments such as strategies, Action Plans, reports as well as communications products and collaterals
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis and provided meaningful synthesis
• Provide strategic advice to clients in the form of participation in key meetings, preparing reports, recommendations, analyses and Action Plans
• Contribute to workshop and facilitation design processes, including setting objectives, analyzing issues and recommending strategies/tactics
• Manage client relationships effectively, providing the highest quality client service and project management
• Develop and manage all corporate project plans end-to end including managing resources to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met to the firm's quality standards
• Support business development efforts including research on opportunities/competitive landscape, writing proposals and contributing to prospect presentations
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

• A University degree in communications and/or marketing or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a communications/marketing/PR function
• Track record in developing sound, results-oriented communications and/or marketing strategies
• Professional writing skills, able to produce a wide range of high quality, sophisticated products on an array of subject matters
• Articulate, with excellent verbal communications skills
• A strategic thinker, able to understand complex issues, clarify objectives, situational analyses and key performance indicators, and propose innovative solutions for clients
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism and judgment, comfortable working with very senior clients
• Entrepreneurial self-starter capable of both working effectively independently and contributing positively to a team environment
• Superb client service abilities with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Superior project management skills, able to manage several projects at once, working efficiently and effectively under deadline
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment of constant change, requiring flexibility and adaptability in order to consistently meet and exceed client expectations
• Proficiency in English and French would be an asset

Work Conditions:

• A boutique marketing and communications firm committed to providing excellent working conditions to staff, including a strong focus on work-life balance
• Generous vacation and flexibility in work hours
• Opportunity for growth and professional development
• Positive work environment with a highly talented, dedicated and energetic team of colleagues
• Wide range of projects and clients across the public and private sectors
• A challenging, fulfilling role of central importance to the firm's success
• Significant autonomy and accountability in the role, with direction offered as needed
• Direct contact with high profile clients and with top quality partners in marketing and communications (photographers, designers, writers etc).
• Fully equipped, individual work space provided in a modern, sophisticated office.
• 90% of work conducted in office location. Some on-site support at client locations.
• Central location in one of Ottawa's hottest neighbourhoods, Wellington West

If you're interested in this unique opportunity to work at a strategic level and be part of an exceptional team that shares your passion for excellence and innovation in communications, submit your candidacy in confidence to: info@ingeniumcommunications.com