Director of Corporate Affairs
Job in
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
De Lacy Executive Recruitment North America
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
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Management
Corporate Strategy, Business Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client, is seeking a strategic advisor and operational leader, supporting the CEO and management team to join their team in Guelph, Ontario
. The Director of Corporate Affairs will lead oversee corporate governance, lead corporate communications and ensure effective execution of the strategic plan. The Director of Corporate Affairs will be an integrator across departments, manage cross-functional initiatives and support the CEO in maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership and Strategic SupportProvide direct strategic support to the CEO on decisions, risk analysis and adviceTransfer strategic priorities in annual operational planning with work plans, objectives and outcomesFacilitate management meetings, ensuring effective agendas, actions and issue managementOrganizational Coordination and OperationsSupport integration across departments ensuring alignment with goalsSupport risk management efforts, including identification and development of mitigation plans and reporting itLead strategic initiativesStakeholder Relations and CommunicationsLead Corporate Affairs team that manages communications and government relations and engagement eventsSupport leadership engagement with appropriate stakeholdersDevelop briefing materials, key messages and presentations for Management teamAct as spokesperson for the organizationAct as primary media relations liaison for the organizationLead department reporting, forecasting and budgets
DESIRED PROFILE:
Completion of University Degree in Business Administration, Communications or related discipline7-10 years of progressive experience in corporate affairs, strategy or governanceExperience working with project management teams an assetDemonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams and deliver organizational initiativesExperience with Microsoft Office Suite, proficiency with Adobe Software Suite and ability to navigate and use online virtual networking softwareExcellent professional communication skillsExcellent Project management and organizational skillsStrong understanding of governance, policy and regulatory operationsExperienced leader who operates with integrity and high emotional intelligenceExperience and understanding of the agricultural sector an assetBilingual in English/French is an asset (not required)
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