Director, Corporate Communications

About the role

Cohere is building a world‑class Communications team to support its fast‑growing AI business. The Director, Corporate Communications will own and evolve Cohere’s global narrative, overseeing corporate, executive, policy, internal, crisis and enterprise communications. This senior, cross‑functional role partners directly with C‑suite leaders and drives messaging that fuels growth in highly regulated markets.

Key responsibilities

• Build and lead a team of eight across corporate communications functions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies aligned with organizational goals and brand positioning.
• Partner with executive leadership, product, people operations and external stakeholders to craft clear, compelling messaging.
• Oversee high‑impact forums such as executive speaking engagements, industry conferences, customer events and internal leadership gatherings.
• Lead AI integration for the communications team to enhance content ideation, creation and scaling.
• Manage the corporate communications channel ecosystem, innovating with emerging formats and technologies.
• Direct crisis communications preparedness and response, coordinating with legal and functional teams.
• Serve as the central hub ensuring consistency between internal communications, external PR, marketing narratives and executive messaging.

Required profile

• 12‑15 years of in‑house corporate communications experience, preferably in a fast‑growth tech or AI environment.
• 5+ years of people‑management experience.
• Proven track record in pre‑IPO communications and policy/regulatory communications.
• Exceptional writing ability to distill complex topics into simple, compelling narratives.
• Strong organizational, project‑management and process‑driven skills.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguous, fast‑moving environments and building relationships at all levels.

What we offer

• Weekly lunch stipend of $75 (or equivalent).
• Full health, dental and mental‑health benefits.
• RRSP matching, 401(k) and pension scheme.
• 100% parental leave top‑up for up to 6 months.
• Annual enrichment benefits for arts, culture, fitness, wellness and workspace improvements.
• Education stipend for conferences, courses and coaching.
• 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days).
• Travel budget for office visits and an annual company off‑site.
• Remote‑friendly work model with co‑working benefits and a $500 home‑office stipend.