Sr. Director, Corporate Communications

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are key components of the corporate culture. The Senior Director will be responsible for building an open and transparent culture internally, while advancing OpenText's public affairs agenda through thought leadership campaigns and CEO communications.

Responsibilities:

• Define and drive a thought leadership program that positions OpenText's executive team as authoritative voices on priority topics including AI, data management, data trust etc
• Work collaboratively with agency partners to identify and secure meaningful placements, including editorial coverage and speaking engagements, that amplify the organization's strategic priorities
• Ensure thought leadership content is closely aligned with OpenText's public affairs position and company priorities, developed in close collaboration with relevant internal stakeholders including GR, IR and Legal
• Ensure consistent amplification of executive voice across owned, earned and paid channels
• Senior communications advisor and content strategist for the CEO, providing support across keynote speeches, internal communications activities, stakeholder correspondence, media interviews and digital channels
• Prepare and develop clear and authentic executive communications materials that reflect the company purpose, culture and business priorities
• Partner with the Office of the CEO to plan and coordinate CEO communications activities and presence internally and externally with key stakeholders
• Develop and execute integrated communications campaigns that support OpenText's government relations and public affairs objectives
• Translate complex policy positions into accessible, compelling narratives for diverse external audiences
• Partner closely with the Government Relations team to ensure communications and policy engagement efforts are coordinated and mutually reinforcing. Note, this role does not carry direct government relations or lobbying responsibilities
• Lead communications planning for regulatory developments, policy milestones and government engagements that require a coordinated public-facing response
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, industry associations, media and influencers relevant to OpenText's priorities
• Assist in enterprise-wide crisis communication strategy, providing guidance on messaging, risk mitigation and stakeholder response
• Develop and deliver a robust CEO internal communications program that keeps employees informed, aligned and connected to the company’s strategic plan
• Oversee CEO-led internal communications activity including town halls, listening tours, market visits and ongoing communication updates
• Ensure regional communications for location executives is aligned to company plan and priorities