Senior Advisor, Public Affairs and Corporate Communications (temporary 12 months)

Join the journey! Our mission is to be the preferred airline of our customers and our team. Open‑mindedness, concern for others, intelligence at work, and above all, a good dose of fun allow us to achieve great things every day. Our commitment has earned us the title of best leisure airline in the world several times, and this is just the beginning. Want to join us? You will have the chance to enjoy exclusive travel privileges to explore the world and create unforgettable memories. You will also have the opportunity to work in modern and inspiring work environments.

In collaboration with the Senior Director, Communications, Public Affairs and Corporate Responsibility, the Senior Advisor plays a strategic role in the development and implementation of Transat’s internal and external communications. The role acts as a trusted partner to senior leadership and is called upon to work on a wide range of corporate and commercial files, including issue management and external positioning. The role is also responsible for developing a high volume of internal and external communication tools (e.g., press releases, speeches, Q&As, communication plans, etc.).

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies and plans aligned with the company’s vision, key issues, and strategic priorities.
• Provide strategic counsel to leaders and teams across internal and external communications, commercial and operational issues, public affairs, media relations, financial communications, and issue management.
• Draft a wide range of strategic and tactical content (key messages, press releases, speeches, Q&As, briefing materials, financial results communications, etc.), primarily for senior leadership.
• Prepare spokespeople through briefing documents, strategic counsel, training materials, and support during media engagements.
• Manage media relations and respond to inquiries, while identifying opportunities to enhance Transat’s visibility and the profile of its leaders.
• Lead major corporate projects and events (Annual General Meeting, employee meetings), including planning, content development, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee media monitoring activities, analyze coverage, and track the performance of communication initiatives.
• Manage the corporate LinkedIn content calendar and collaborate closely with internal teams (HR, marketing, government affairs, etc.) and external partners.

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in communications, public relations, or a related field (journalism, marketing, political science, etc.).
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including a strategic advisory role supporting senior leadership; experience in a publicly traded company is an asset.
• Strong understanding of communication strategies, their impact on business results, and their influence on organizational culture.
• Exceptional writing skills and the ability to clearly articulate and simplify complex content.
• Proven project management skills, strong prioritization abilities, capacity to manage multiple files simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
• Solid knowledge of most recent communication practices and ease with integrating artificial intelligence into workflows.
• Versatility, autonomy, creativity, rigor, sound judgment, and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Oral and written fluency in French and English*

A good knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate frequently in English, both orally and in writing, with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders in Quebec, the rest of Canada, and internationally.

Artificial intelligence tools are used to analyze applications, whether to sort or preselect profiles based on criteria related to job requirements. All applications are then reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure a fair and inclusive process.

Employment Equity

At Transat, we foster an environment where inclusiveness, respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs.