Public Relations Specialist - Jobs in Oakville, ON

Job Description

About Us:At Stericycle, we deliver solutions and drive innovations that protect the environment, people, and public health. This includes working to create a more sustainable, shared future. Our innovative solutions make a difference in peoples lives, communities, and our planet by protecting their health and well-being. Change your career. Change your world. Join Stericycle and help protect health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.Position Purpose:As a member of the Stericycle Marketing and Strategy department, the Public Relations Associate will contribute to the overall effectiveness of the marketing team by planning, implementing and tracking assigned PR programs associated with managing all aspects of our public-facing brand(s).As a key member of the Marketing Communications team, this role will contribute to the execution of Public Relation (PR) and Corporate Communication initiatives driving positive brand awareness and brand affinity, in addition to supporting the protection of company image and reputation. The Associate will be accountable for carrying out tactics consistent with the company’s strategic goals and priorities, and under consultation with the Brand & PR Director and Stericycle’s leadership team.Responsibilities:

• Align PR content/themes with the greater editorial brand content calendars for RWCS and SID.
• Manage the development of PR content/collateral – i.e. mainly press releases, key message documents, bylines, also cd include infographics, whitepapers, etc. as needed and ensure a thorough editing and review process and stakeholder alignment/approvals.
• Liaise with PR agency to coordinate PR activities such as media pitching, issuing press releases, and paid media opportunities.
• Provide media spokesperson support reviewing briefing documents and organizing media interviews.
• Project manage the Awards and Recognition Program – facilitating the application development process, including validating eligibility criteria, working with internal stakeholders to develop the application content, facilitating reviews/approvals and developing any support materials (i.e. press release, announcement communications and website updates, etc.)
• Project manage PR components of original research campaigns and integrated marketing campaigns (i.e. pr, social campaign, display campaigns etc.) with various stakeholders
• Track and measure PR program performance on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis and adjust programs as needed to meet targets

Responsibilities:

• Compile internal wrap reports as required to communicate results of campaigns and initiatives
• Coordinate requests for internal approvals, graphics, logos, bios, photography and other needs.
• Manage and update the PR statistics library quarterly.
• Coordinate efforts for brand activations or other media events including promo/advertising materials, logistics, digital and social requirements
• Help manage reputation: review or compile media reports, monitor to identify any issues and/or criticism of the company’s brand or services, and document and resolve issues in a timely, accurate and professional manner.

Other Key Job Activities

• Foster an environment that supports innovation and breakthrough ideas; actively generates, seeks and takes advantage of ideas, best practices and solutions that add value.
• Collaborate with other internal teams, marketing, sales Investor Relations, Government Relations and Customer Service
• Develop and maintain sound working relationships with vendors. Ensure projects are managed appropriately and funds are spent wisely.
• Ensure high quality, timely roll out of tactics through effective collaboration.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors or college degree in a public relations, marketing or communications discipline or equivalent work experience.
• 2-3+ years’ experience in a Public Relations and/or Corporate Communications role, preferably in a B2B services environment within a complex and highly regulated industry.
• Ability to thrive, multi-task and be flexible in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment.
• Experience writing and editing effective media responses and communications that align with business objectives and key messages.
• Maintains an extensive knowledge of distinct writing styles, including AP style and can proofread materials for accuracy and consistency.
• Experience with the latest PR and corporate communication trends and best practices with a strong attention to quality, detail, and timelines.
• Proven track record as a collaborator and self-starter who exercises discretion and independent judgment.

Benefits:Stericycle currently offers its employees the option to participate in a full range of benefits, including a health care program which includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP matching, and an employee stock purchase plan. Participation in some programs requires that employees be regularly scheduled to work a minimum number of hours and/or to have fulfilled a waiting period after they begin employment with StericycleDisclaimer:The above description is meant to provide a summary of the nature and level of work being performed; it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements of the job or person. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Stericycle will consider requests for workplace accommodations for protected physical or mental limitations in accordance with its human resources policies and local laws.To the extent permissible under local law, and consistent with business necessity, Stericycle reserves the right to modify the content formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, at any time with or without advance notice.Quick Apply

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