Responsibilities

• Lead External Communications & Media Relations - Build and manage Quarterhill's media relations strategy and journalist network. - Develop press releases, company announcements, customer success stories, and executive communications. - Drive proactive earned-media opportunities, thought leadership placements, and industry coverage. - Position Quarterhill as a trusted voice in transportation technology, intelligent mobility, and infrastructure. Elevate Executive Visibility - Serve as a strategic communications partner to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team. - Develop and manage executive speaking opportunities, media interviews, industry awards, and conference participation. - Create compelling bylined articles, keynote content, talking points, and executive thought leadership programs. Align Corporate and Investor Messaging - Partner with Finance and Investor Relations teams to ensure consistent corporate and investor communications. - Support earnings-related communications, investor-facing messaging, and reputation management initiatives. Drive Internal Communications - Lead company-wide communications that inform, engage, and align employees. - Develop executive updates, employee newsletters, town halls, all-hands materials, and change management communications. - Ensure employees understand company priorities, strategy, and organizational developments. Manage Quarterhill's Newsroom & Content Engine - Own the corporate newsroom, editorial calendar, and content strategy. - Maintain a steady cadence of news, executive insights, customer stories, and industry thought leadership. - Ensure communications are aligned with Quarterhill's strategic growth priorities and brand positioning. Oversee Agency & Stakeholder Relationships - Manage external PR agencies and communications partners. - Coordinate messaging across key stakeholders, including partners, customers, industry associations, and government entities when required. Ensure Crisis Communications Readiness - Develop and maintain crisis communications plans, contact lists, executive response frameworks, and preparedness protocols. - Support leadership through sensitive communications and reputation management situations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, public affairs, or a related field.
• Proven success leading media relations programs and developing strong journalist relationships.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with experience creating executive-level communications.
• Demonstrated ability to ghostwrite for C-suite leaders with an authentic and credible voice.
• Experience managing multiple communications channels and stakeholder groups simultaneously.

Preferred

• Experience in transportation, infrastructure, mobility, technology, public sector, or other regulated industries.
• Background supporting publicly traded companies, investor relations, or executive communications.
• Existing relationships with transportation, infrastructure, mobility, or business media outlets.
• Experience navigating government, regulatory, or public affairs communications.

Benefits

• We offer a Total Rewards plan designed with you and your family’s health and wellness in mind that includes: - Paid days off ( i. e. vacatio n, sick days, bereavement leave) - Health and Dental plans - Retirement plans - Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) - Employee referral program We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, veteran sta tus, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disabilit y or any other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local laws . We 're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We appreciate all responses and will acknowledge only those being considered for an interview . We respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies .