Communications Advisor

Employment Type: Full-time Regular  

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)  

Posting Open Date: 12/22/2025  

Posting Close Date: 01/05/ Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)

This position requires in-person collaboration up to 5 days per week. *Please note this arrangement is subject to change with business requirements.* 

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception. 

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global. 

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Overview of the role:

The Communications Advisor role is designed to support the Technology Portfolio communication needs under the guidance of the Senior Portfolio Manager. The role will help turn technical updates, program milestones, risks, and business successes into clear, engaging content for internal stakeholders and leadership.

Key Deliverables include

• Draft, edit, and format regular portfolio communications: status updates, monthly newsletters, and leadership one-pagers.
• Support the team in elevating communications effectiveness, design and consistency.
• Support the creation and maintenance of executive presentations; building slides, refining charts, ensuring visual/design consistency, and incorporating feedback.
• Contribute to change management and adoption messaging for major initiatives (new tool roll-outs, process changes). Support establishing technology OCM practices.
• Support town halls and steering committees (agenda prep, speaker notes, run-of-show, live polling, recording minutes).
• Update and manage content on internal channels (SharePoint sites, Teams channels).
• Partner with Technology leadership to enhance team engagement and strengthen focus.

Experience and an Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Journalism, English, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of professional experience in corporate communications, internal communications, marketing, or a related function.
• Ability to take complex or technical input and simplify it for broader audiences.
• Comfort working with data and turning numbers into simple charts or callouts.
• Previous exposure to technology, IT project delivery, or Agile environments.
• Dexterity in simplifying highly complex scenarios into simple, digestible solutions.
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
• Solid PowerPoint Slides skills and a good eye for clean, professional design.
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines.
• Excellent follow-through and ownership of tasks.
• Strong drive and tenacity, someone who values collaboration and problem-solving.
• Highly engaging and effective communicator.

The benefits of being a WestJetter:  

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package.  On top of that, we offer:   

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win  
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs  

Think we are a fit?  Apply now  

About WestJet Group of Companies  

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
 
As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada's leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.   

Our Safety Promise  

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.  

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.   

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet.  We welcome diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, and if you're passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply - even if you don't meet every qualification listed. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility throughout the selection process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at   

We value the time and effort you put into your application.  Our recruitment process is highly competitive, and while every applicant will receive communication regarding their application status, only those selected to move forward will be contacted with next steps.  We encourage you to explore future opportunities with us if this role isn't the right fit at this time.

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