Director, Communications

Brookfield Asset Management•New York, NY

6d•$160,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Brookfield is seeking a Director, Communications to lead day-to-day internal and external communications for the U.S. and Canada office businesses within Brookfield Global Real Estate (BGRE), its real estate operating platform. The role also supports public relations for other BGRE sectors and global internal and external communications. This is an in-office position in New York, NY, reporting to the Head of Communications, Real Estate Corporate Operations. The Director will advise senior executives, develop media and communications strategies, oversee internal communications for the U.S. and Canada office teams, and manage relationships with journalists, public officials, community stakeholders, and external PR agencies. The position is part of a hard-working, results-oriented communications team committed to supporting the business and maintaining an enjoyable work environment. Brookfield describes opportunities for career growth across teams and departments and investment in employee training and development. Compensation includes an annual base salary of $160,000–$190,000 and a short-term cash incentive program. The position is exempt and paid bi-weekly.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in public relations or communications.
A track record of advising on communications by demonstrating an understanding of key business drivers, communications knowledge, and judgment.
Ability to develop media relations strategies and speak directly to reporters.
Superb writing skills.
Understanding of global media contexts and dynamics.
Experience managing and mitigating reputational issues.
Experience handling community-related and/or municipal issues in dense, active cities.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Strategic thinking and the ability to balance strategic and tactical work.
Solid judgment and good instincts.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously under tight time constraints.
Ability to work independently in a self-directed, entrepreneurial, hands-on manner while also contributing as a team player.
Collaborative, flexible, and open to ideas.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day property-related public relations for BGRE’s U.S. and Canada office businesses, including responding to media inquiries and issuing proactive announcements about leases and development milestones.
Assist with public relations for other BGRE sectors as needed.
Assist in creating and executing media strategies for major property assets.
Oversee internal communications for BGRE’s U.S. and Canada office teams and act as the point person for internal announcements.
Draft internal and external announcements, key messages, and other written content to advance business goals and protect Brookfield’s reputation.
Advise senior executives on communications opportunities, messaging, and issues.
Prepare and staff senior executives for speaking engagements and media interviews.
Help coordinate internal and external communications across global regions and real estate sectors.
Develop and maintain relationships with journalists from relevant publications.
Act as a media spokesperson when needed.
Help manage external public relations agency teams.
Lead or support community relations in operating areas, including maintaining local and civic relationships, driving strategic community initiatives, and building coalitions.
Help manage U.S. government relations, including building relationships with public officials, monitoring public policy issues, and liaising with industry and civic groups.
Support media monitoring processes.
Partner with regional Communications teams to align messaging and public relations strategies.