Senior Specialist, HR Strategic Communications and Enablement

Pay Rate: $55.71 - $64.20/hour, depending on experience Contract Length: Until February 26, 2027 Location: Calgary (3 days/week in office) Raise is currently hiring a contract team member on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Description We are seeking a Senior Specialist, HR Strategic Communications and Enablement to strengthen communication practices across the HR function and directly support the development of high-quality executive materials for the department. This role will focus on building practical communications capability within HR through fit-for-purpose templates, standards, guidance, tools, and repeatable processes that enable leaders, managers, and teams to communicate with greater clarity, consistency, and confidence. A key focus of this role will be enabling HR to engage critical stakeholders effectively about its priorities, initiatives, decisions, and outcomes while remaining aligned with enterprise messaging and Corporate Communications standards. The role will support HR-specific communication governance, improve the quality of department materials, and provide hands-on support for Board decks, SVP and VP presentations, HR leadership content, briefing notes, speaking points, and strategic narratives. Responsibilities Develop clear, high-quality executive and leadership materials for HR, including Board decks, SVP and VP updates, HR leadership content, briefing notes, speaking points, and strategic narratives. Translate complex HR programs, workforce initiatives, risks, opportunities, and business challenges into concise, audience-appropriate materials for senior leaders and HR stakeholders. Enable consistent communication practices across HR by creating practical tools, templates, messaging frameworks, standards, job aids, and simple guidance. Apply strong storytelling, business writing, editing, and presentation development skills to improve the clarity, flow, and impact of HR materials. Support HR leaders and managers with message development, audience considerations, communication planning, and delivery approaches for HR-owned work. Partner with Corporate Communications to align HR materials with enterprise messaging, brand standards, communication best practices, and established channels where appropriate. Identify opportunities to strengthen HR communication practices through repeatable processes, reusable resources, quality standards, and continuous improvement. Qualifications 10+ years of experience in executive communications, business writing, HR communications enablement, communications governance, or a related field. Undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, Human Resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience developing executive-level presentations, Board materials, senior leadership communications, briefing notes, and strategic messaging. Proven experience partnering with executives, Directors, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop clear materials, practical guidance, and communication approaches that support organizational priorities. Exceptional written communication, editing, storytelling, and presentation development skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise, and impactful messaging. Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization. Experience developing communication governance practices, standards, templates, manager toolkits, messaging frameworks, review processes, and fit-for-purpose enablement resources. Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR materials to organizational priorities and tailor messaging for executive, leadership, manager, and employee-facing audiences. Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Experience supporting executive leaders in a large, complex organization. Experience within the energy, oil and gas, utilities, pipeline, or other highly regulated industries is considered a strong asset. Looking for meaningful work? We can help Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity. We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities. We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/ In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions), please contact us at +1 800-567-9675 or [email protected] #WES

Develop high-quality executive materials, including Board decks and strategic narratives, for the HR function. Establish communication standards, templates, and repeatable processes to enable HR leaders to communicate with clarity and consistency.

Requires 10+ years of experience in executive communications or a related field and an undergraduate degree in Communications, HR, or Business. Must demonstrate exceptional writing skills and experience partnering with senior executives in large, complex organizations.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Executive Communications
• Business Writing
• HR Communications
• Stakeholder Management
• Storytelling
• Presentation Development
• Communications Governance
• Strategic Messaging
• Editing
• Consulting
• Communication Planning
• Messaging Frameworks

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Creative & Media
• Consulting
• Energy

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

25 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

3 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte