Communications - Director/Senior Director, Internal Communications

THE TEAM

The mission of the Internal Communications Department is to unite our people through engaging, informative, educational, and inspirational communications that enables them to thrive.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Internal Communications team is growing with it.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for delivering dynamic internal communications and engagement strategies to drive the enrollment of our internal initiatives and programs with our people.
You will play a pivotal role in developing and executing our internal communications strategy to ensure effective and engaging communications across all internal touchpoints.
With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia-while enjoying one yourself.

THE ROLE

As the Director/Senior Director, Internal Communications, you will lead the team to:

1. Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day-to-day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.
2. Establish an integrated internal communications strategy that engages, informs, educates, and inspires our people across all internal audiences.
3. Connect our people to our leadership's vision, business objectives, and results.
4. Effectively inform on and encourage participation with regular programs.
5. Promote engagement by recognizing wins and uniting our team around company perks.
6. Clearly and empathetically communicate change to foster resilience and flexibility.
7. Ensure the delivery of People Communications reflects and supports the business objectives while embodying Everyday Luxury to our internal audiences.
8. Support the function of world-class people communications to ensure organizational efficiency and consistency.
9. Evaluate, manage, and mitigate internal communications risks through the development of communications and response plan addressing potential sensitive topics.
10. Partner with executive leadership on internal communications strategies.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Director/Senior Director, Internal Communications, has:

1. Proven and best-in-class skills, education, and/or applicable certifications in internal, corporate and strategic communications.
2. A commitment to learn, apply, champion, and enrich Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles.
3. The skills to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes.
4. The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team.
5. A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value.
6. A deep understanding and commitment for the industry in which we operate.

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $150,000-$250,000 per year.
The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
Additionally, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.

We are always looking for top talent - if your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzia's Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay-for-performance philosophy.
Along with comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences - we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

1. Product Discount - Maybe you've heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
2. A-OK Commissary & Café - Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia.
   Our in-house bistro and café is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
3. The SET - Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes, and optional personal training.
   Open 7 days a week, works out well.
4. Aritzia Virtual Wellness - Because your health, happiness, and safety matter - 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, be it physical, mental, social, or financial.
5. Aspirational Workplace - Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity, and inspiration.
   They're also dog friendly.
   Woof.
6. Amenities - Additional amenities include a private parent's room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms, and more.
7. The Extras - We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career.
This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.