Position Snapshot

Job title: Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications

Business area: Nestlé Canada

Location: North York, ON located at 25 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M2N 6S8;

Compensation Range: $85,000 – $100,000 CAD

Hybrid

At Nestle Canada, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, in compliance with Ontario's pay transparency regulations.

A little bit about us

While Nestlé is known for Kit Kat, Gerber, Nescafe, and Häagen-Dazs, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people. We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,000+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward. Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.

What to Expect:

Nestlé Canada is looking for an Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications to join our Corporate Affairs team. This role supports both internal and external communications and plays a critical part in advancing and protecting Nestlé Canada’s reputation among employees, media, partners, and the public.

You will help shape the stories we tell, the channels we use, and the engagement experiences that connect our employees to Nestlé’s purpose, values, and business priorities—all while helping maintain a strong, proactive digital and social presence for the company.

This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, excels at translating complex ideas into compelling content, and enjoys working cross‑functionally to deliver meaningful impact. Note: this position is an existing vacancy.

A day in the life of an Assistant Manager, Corporate Communications:

Internal Communications & Employee Engagement

• Implement internal communication strategies that inform, motivate, and engage employees around company priorities and cultural initiatives.
• Lead and support major employee engagement moments including In Days, Employee BBQs, Town Halls, and cultural events.
• Build excitement for new product launches by partnering with brand teams to strengthen internal brand advocacy.
• Lead cross functional coordination with HR, IT, and others to keep employees updated on business programs and initiatives.
• Oversee award submission processes and manage the Changemaker of the Month recognition program.
• Support planning and execution of national charitable partnerships and community initiatives.

Internal Communications Channels

• Manage and continuously improve key internal channels, including VIVA Engage, the NEST intranet, and DIVE screens.
• Ensure content is timely, consistent, and aligned with corporate tone, strategy, and best practices.

Corporate Social & Digital Media

• Lead the day to day management of Nestlé Canada’s corporate digital platforms, including the corporate website, METAs, and LinkedIn.
• Maintain and execute a proactive editorial calendar showcasing corporate storytelling and brand aligned content.
• Ensure the corporate website remains current, functional, and optimized.
• Use analytics to monitor performance, identify insights, and drive continuous improvement.
• Leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance content creation and platform performance.

Media Relations & Issue Support

• Manage day to day trade media inquiries and distribute approved key messages.
• Maintain relationship with the media monitoring provider and support Crisis Team monitoring needs.

Team Support

• Provide backup support to internal and external communications managers to ensure operational continuity.

Role Requirements

• Certificate or university degree in Communications or Public Relations.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing internal and external corporate communications in a fast‑paced business environment.
• Strong experience in internal communications and corporate digital/social media platforms.
• Experience navigating complex issues and working collaboratively with cross‑functional partners.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with digital publishing platforms (Share Point, Poppulo), Canva, analytics tools, video production tools, and some familiarity with Drupal.
• Experience using AI tools to support communications workflows

Skills & Capabilities

• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and content‑development skills.
• Strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences.
• Ability to anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and remain calm under pressure.
• Highly proactive, service‑oriented, and detail‑focused—capable of managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines with confidence.
• Able to influence, collaborate, and support stakeholders at all organizational levels

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
• Company matched pension plan
• Three of Vacation and four/five/six personal days (Personal Paid Holidays)
• Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
• Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus eligibility
• Gender affirmation benefits to ensure access to necessary care, resources, and coverage for gender-affirming procedures
• Fertility Services and Surrogacy Medical Coverage to support the pursuit of a path to parenthood regardless of medical conditions, gender or sexual orientation
• Adoption benefits to remove some of the financial barriers associated with adoption
• Up to 50% off – Nespresso Coffee Machine, Capsules and accessories
• Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)

What you need to know

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.

Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome qualified applicants to bring their diverse and unique experiences as a result of their education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Nestlé will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.