Senior Director, Global Corporate Communications, North Vancouver

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX: As the first-ever Senior Director, Global Corporate Communications, you will be responsible for crafting Arc’teryx’s corporate narrative and elevating executive leadership voices both internally and externally. Working with a team of exceptional communicators and storytellers, your role will be to build off what the team has created to identify new and unique ways of sharing Arc’teryx and our brand vision with new audiences and loyalists alike.

The opportunity for leadership is limitless, especially for someone who thrives when building things from the ground up– from strategy to execution and every step in between.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver, BC (or Remote U.S.) with travels to Vancouver, BC if located in the United States. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada or the U.S.

Meet Your Future Team: The Global Communications team sets the global enterprise communications strategy. Working cross-functionally and in deep partnership with Amer Sports, our athletes, design team, Advanced Concepts, merchandising, and our regions, our aspiration is to tell authentic, creative, innovative stories that resonate and connect. Our iconic product and pinnacle design is at the centre of every story we tell.

We are responsible for employee and external storytelling, branded content, earned editorial, crisis and corporate communications, product, narrative, innovation, impact, athlete and beyond. We have a lot of fun work to do, and we enjoy doing it together, and in support of one another. The most important thing we care about is HOW you do the work– collaboratively, with positive intent, and having fun while doing it together.

If you were the Senior Director, Corporate Communications, here are some of the core activities you would be doing: Corporate Narrative&Reputation Strategy

Leading the development of Arc’teryx’s corporate narrative and messaging framework, ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term strategy and growth priorities

Driving a global corporate communications strategy that builds brand awareness and credibility alongside Arc’teryx’s continued growth

Developing and maintaining evergreen corporate messaging that protects and reinforces the unique identity of the brand

Executive Communications&Leadership Visibility

Serving as a strategic communications advisor to the executive leadership team, shaping messaging and positioning across key internal and external moments

Leading the executive communications strategy to ensure a consistent leadership voice across internal communications, media engagements, industry forums, and investor moments

Identifying and developing thought leadership opportunities that elevate Arc’teryx leaders and strengthen the brand’s position within the global business and outdoor industries

Amplifying the Arc’teryx Leadership Code through leadership communications and storytelling

Defining and executing a strategy for executive presence at global conferences and industry forums

Identifying high-impact speaking opportunities and manage all supporting communications including messaging, Q&A, and media engagement preparation

Media Relations&Corporate Storytelling

Leading relationships with key business, financial, and trade media outlets, working in partnership with agencies of record to shape and deliver Arc’teryx’s corporate story

Overseeing corporate media strategy, including proactive storytelling, executive media engagements, and narrative positioning

Leading executive media preparation, including media training, messaging development, and Q&A preparation

Overseeing the development of corporate content including press releases, media pitches, and other storytelling materials

Financial&Investor Communications

Partnering with the Amer Sports, Strategy and Finance teams to support investor and analyst communications, including materials and messaging for investor conferences and major corporate moments

Leading communications preparation for quarterly earnings, including executive messaging, call scripts, releases, and Q&A preparation

Internal Leadership Communications

Partnering with the Global Employee Communications team to ensure alignment and consistency in leadership communications across internal channels

Supporting senior leaders for global employee moments including employee events, internal announcements, and leadership communications on the global intranet

Issues Management&Corporate Reputation

Supporting corporate reputation management by preparing leadership messaging and communications strategies for sensitive issues or critical business moments

Team&Cross-Functional Leadership

Fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Building organizational capability through strong talent development and succession planning

Partnering closely with teams across the business, including Strategy, Investor Relations, Legal, HR, and Brand, to ensure alignment and clarity in corporate messaging across all audiences

Supporting frontline communication needs by partnering with teams to cascade key information to store teams, Arc’ONE, partners, and other audiences

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

As a leader in the business, continuing to grow your expertise for internal business moments and quarterly business meetings

Developing a regionalized approach to global corporate strategy

Cultivating a team of communicators who amplifyour brand presence and drive Arc’teryx reputation in new and exciting ways, globally

Are you our next Senior Director, Global Corporate Communications?

You have deep experience advising and supporting C-suite executives, including preparing leaders for high-stakes communications moments such as media interviews, earnings calls, and major corporate announcements

You have strong experience working with business, financial, and trade media, and understand how to position a corporate narrative within the broader business landscape

You have experience developing and executing executive communications and thought leadership strategies that elevate leaders and strengthen brand reputation

You are comfortable navigating complex, fast-moving situations and have experience supporting communications during sensitive or high-visibility moments

You are highly collaborative and experienced at working cross-functionally

You have experience managing and partnering effectively with global communications agencies

You bring strong judgment and discretion when working with confidential or sensitive information

You have experience shaping corporate narratives during periods of rapid growth or brand evolution

You have a bachelor’s degree, or post-secondary education in a related field

You have 15+ years of experience in communications, including time working for a global brand

You have experience working with a publicly traded company (US)

You have strong writing and copyediting capabilities

You’re a self-starter who is comfortable building things from scratch

You’re adaptable, flexible, and love being part of a team who is working toward a greater goal

You’re comfortable working hard, working with senior leaders, and under tight deadlines

You are able to travel 25% of the time

Bonus points if you’ve worked in the outdoor or sporting goods industry

Salary Range

$181,000 - $249,000 a year (CAD$181,000 - CAD$249,000)

Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.

We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:

Health&wellbeing

- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Financial wellbeing

- RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.

Time&Flexibility

- Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside&explore).

Family support

- Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents.

Growth, community&gear

- Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).

*Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

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