Creative Planning Manager

Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries. Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security. With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity. If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you Your team The Creative Planning Manager will join Magnet Forensics’ Marketing Communications team — the storytellers and strategists who bring our brand to life through content, design, PR and thought leadership. Role summary Reporting to the Director, Marketing Communications, the Creative Planning Manager will manage intake, prioritization, workflow and analytics reporting for both content and design work. They will work with stakeholders across Marketing to prioritize content and design needs and ensure all creative work is well-planned, efficiently executed, and driving impact. They will create systems to allow more strategic collaboration across marketing and more efficient go-to-market capabilities. A strong communicator, organizer, and connector, the Creative Planning Manager keeps Magnet Forensics’ creative and content work running smoothly while helping us tell our story with impact and consistency. Please note: The role will be a hybrid of remote work and in office for candidates in a commutable distance to our Waterloo and Ottawa offices. We have a flexible working arrangement. What You Will Accomplish Manage intake and prioritization for both content and design work, working with Product Marketing, Demand Gen, Technical Marketing and Communications to identify synergies, balance needs, and manage deadlines; Build and maintain processes for workflows, approvals, content creation and asset management — ensuring strategic collaboration across marketing and clarity and efficiency across teams; Help evolve the content creation process, from briefing through review and publication, ensuring clarity and speed across teams; Maintain a central marketing content and communications calendar, including all content, design, PR and social deliverables; Ensure all content and design requests align with strategic priorities and audience needs, minimizing duplication and increasing cross-functional reuse; Support the Director of Marketing Communications in producing a quarterly insights report summarizing content performance, process improvements, and opportunities for greater impact. What We Are Looking For We’re looking for a positive collaborator, proactive communicator and detail-oriented organizer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are part project manager, part systems owner, part strategic enabler, and have experience keeping complex marketing initiatives on track, collaborating across teams, and implementing systems that make everyone’s work more effective. Required Skills 7+ years of experience in marketing communications, creative operations, or project management (agency or in-house); Strong organizational and workflow management skills; experience with tools such as Asana, Monday.com, or similar; Clear, confident communicator and strong collaborator — able to liaise across departments and balance competing priorities; Analytical mindset — comfortable tracking metrics and identifying process improvements. Experience preparing reports or dashboards is a plus; Familiarity with creative production and marketing content workflows; Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects in parallel; A collaborative spirit and an eye for process improvement; Curiosity and willingness to experiment with and implement AI solutions to drive efficiencies. Nice To Have Skills Experience in a B2B or technology marketing environment; Understanding of design or content creation processes. The Most Important Thing We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences: CARE – We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world. OWN – We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect. DEDICATE – We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect. EVOLVE – We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work. Compensation & Benefits The Compensation Range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you.If the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (ie. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary + variable) Compensation Range MIN: $72,100 – MID:$103,000 – MAX: $123,600CAD Magnet is proud to offer benefits such as Generous time off policies; Competitive compensation; Volunteer opportunities; Reward and recognition programs; Employee committees & resource groups; Healthcare and retirement benefits. Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways. Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact should you require any accommodations. All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment. US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr