Senior Director, Marketing and Communications

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a trend; it is the driving force of the next era of innovation. Globally, AI is the hottest topic of the moment, and Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute plays a central role in the ecosystem in Canada. Founded by Professor Yoshua Bengio, Mila is a beacon of fundamental and applied research, with an impact that resonates from Montreal to the world's largest innovation centers. We are looking for a passionate Senior Director, Marketing and Communications to seize this unparalleled opportunity. This is a chance to actively participate in the growth of the Canadian ecosystem by shaping the narrative of our impact and leadership. This role is a call to action for someone capable of transforming scientific complexity into captivating stories and impactful strategies. Your Mission: Position the Impact Reporting directly to the Vice President of Talent and Ecosystem, you will orchestrate the overall communications and marketing strategy for Mila. Your main challenge will be to position the impact of our initiatives—from the revolutionary research of our scientists to the incubation of our partner companies. You will not just manage communications, you will build a global reputation and influence. You will lead and inspire the Marketing and Communications team and act as a catalyst to:

• Forge the strategic narrative: Define a coherent and bold brand strategy that elevates Mila's position as a global leader in AI serving society.
• Maximize reach: Deploy a cutting-edge digital marketing and content strategy to ensure that Mila's advancements capture the attention of the scientific community, industrial partners, and the general public.
• Plan market launch: Develop the value proposition of our initiatives and the commercialization strategies for our services and programs.

Your Profile To succeed in this role, you must be an accomplished leader, capable of combining strategic vision with operational execution:

You possess:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in impact marketing and organizational communications, including significant experience (5 years or more) at a leadership level in a complex, technical, or high-tech environment.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team of marketing and communications specialists, fostering a culture of excellence, results, and innovation.
• Strategic thinking to create impactful campaigns and seize the opportunities of every story.
• Solid experience in strategic marketing planning, budget management, and presenting recommendations to senior management.
• In-depth knowledge of digital platforms, content marketing trends, and best practices in corporate communication.
• Essential bilingualism (French and English), both oral and written, to navigate the Quebec ecosystem and shine on the national and international stage.
• A strong affinity for Mila's mission and an understanding of the issues related to research and development in Artificial Intelligence.

Why this position is unique at Mila This role as Senior Director, Marketing Communications is a once-in-a-career opportunity. It's not about promoting a product, but about shaping the narrative of an institution that influences the future of global technology.

• At the heart of the AI revolution: You are at the forefront of the world's most advanced research. You work closely with AI luminaries to communicate breakthroughs that make headlines in specialized journals.
• An ecosystem role: Your work will have a direct impact on the perception and growth of the Canadian AI ecosystem. You will position Mila at the intersection of science, industry, and society, acting as a narrative architect of this convergence.
• Local impact, global resonance: You will have the unique responsibility of translating extremely complex scientific work into tangible and ethical impact stories. This is an opportunity to get involved not only in what Mila does, but in why it is important to the world.
• Global reach: Your work will have a direct impact on the perception and growth of the Canadian AI ecosystem, positioning Mila at the intersection of science, industry, and society, while having immediate international resonance as Mila's strategic voice.
• This is more than a leadership position; it's an opportunity to leave your mark on the trajectory of a field that is redefining the world. If you are ready to take on this challenge and make the voice of AI innovation heard, we want to meet you.

Benefits

Good reasons to work at Mila

• The opportunity to contribute to a unique mission with a significant impact;
• A comprehensive group insurance program (health, dental, disability, life, travel insurance, and supplementary benefits);
• An employee and family assistance program;
• Access to a telemedicine service;
• An annual leave policy offering a base of 22 vacation days upon hiring;
• A retirement savings plan with a minimum employer contribution of 4%;
• A generous flexible envelope allowing you to personalize your benefits according to what contributes to your well-being. You can select and combine options that meet your needs from lifestyle credits, enhanced insurance, additional vacation days, and an enriched contribution to the retirement plan;
• A flexible schedule, a summer schedule, and the possibility of teleworking;
• A workplace in the heart of Little Italy, in the trendy Mile-Ex district, close to public transport;
• A team of experts in their field, passionate and inspiring people;
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

We want to get to know you At Mila, diversity is important to us. We value a fair, open, and respectful work environment. We encourage anyone wishing to work in a continuously progressing and stimulated ecosystem to contribute to the application and definition of a healthy and inclusive culture, to apply.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted.

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