About this role
Job title: Senior Manager, PR & Governance
About the Role
The Senior Manager, PR & Governance leads the development and execution of integrated communications strategies that support organizational governance, brand reputation, and business objectives across multiple regions. This role manages governance processes, oversees public relations initiatives, and drives cross-functional coordination, specifically in data-driven measurement and reporting. The position requires significant collaboration with international teams to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging, compliance, and best practices.
What You'll Do
- Governance Leadership: Manage the governance calendar, coordinate meetings, and consolidate materials for executive and board-level forums. Develop, review, and update governance-related communications and ensure organization-wide alignment. Track and report on the effectiveness of governance frameworks, implementing improvements as needed. Maintain accurate records of governance activities, approvals, and compliance documentation. Educate teams on governance principles and ensure policies are effectively communicated across regions.
- Strategic Communications & Public Relations: Develop and implement comprehensive communications and PR strategies to support product launches, brand reputation, and executive visibility. Lead the planning and execution of high-profile events, media relations, and storytelling efforts, ensuring alignment with global and regional objectives. Oversee the management of press fleets, media requests, and PR agency/vendor relationships. Serve as a spokesperson and media contact, preparing messaging points and ensuring consistent, high-quality communications.
- Data & Measurement: Coordinate with data analytics to ensure communications and governance activities are data-driven and measurable. Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) for communications and governance initiatives. Champion data measurement best practices across all communications channels.
- International & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with business units, executive offices, and global teams (including US, Canada, Mexico, and manufacturing sites) to ensure alignment and consistency in governance and communications. Lead or participate in international projects, sharing best practices.
What We're Looking For
- Experience leading governance processes and strategic communications across regions, with the ability to align messaging, compliance, and best practices across international teams.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, particularly in working with US, Canada, Mexico, and manufacturing sites.
- Data-driven mindset with experience coordinating with data analytics to measure KPIs and impact of communications and governance initiatives.
- Expertise in media relations, press management, events, and agency/vendor relationships; comfortable serving as a spokesperson.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to influence across functions and time zones.
- Familiarity with governance principles and compliance documentation.