About Cyclic Materials:
Cyclic Materials is one of the most exciting cleantech companies in North America.
We are addressing environmental, geopolitical, and supply chain challenges by recovering rare earth elements and other valuable materials from many products of the modern world. We provide the market with a secure and regional supply of metals critical to the energy transition, and do so in an ethical, economically viable, and sustainable way.
With the global market for magnet rare earth elements forecast to increase dramatically by 2030, establishing new sources of these critical elements will be vital to support the electrification of transportation and energy across Canada, North America, and around the world. Cyclic Materials is positioned to be a key player in developing a circular economy to support the energy transition.
We are a passionate, driven group of people who bring a dedication to the entrepreneurial spirit paired with a desire to make a meaningful positive impact on the planet. Cyclic Materials believes in fostering a culture of respect and support across all our stakeholders.
Join our team and help build a global recycling cleantech company!
About this Opportunity:
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Marketing & Communications Director to lead our brand, media, and marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience—ideally in cleantech, climate tech, or sustainable innovation—and has a proven ability to build visibility, credibility, and engagement across multiple markets. This leadership role will drive brand growth, manage key communications activities, and leverage an established network in the cleantech space. The Director will supervise a Marketing Communications Associate and work closely with leadership to amplify Cyclic’s voice and mission.
What you’ll be doing:
Strategic Marketing & Brand Expansion:
- Develop and execute marketing and communications strategies that raise Cyclic’s profile and support our commercial and partnership goals.
- Lead key initiatives such as rebrands, website relaunches, market-specific campaigns, and flagship storytelling efforts.
- Identify new platforms, events, and partnerships to broaden our audience and strengthen our presence across priority markets in North America and Europe.
Media Relations & Thought Leadership:
- Coordinate PR agency to secure meaningful coverage in top-tier, trade, and sustainability publications.
- Shape and pitch narratives that position Cyclic as an industry leader and support our executive team with public speaking opportunities and op-ed placement.
- Collaborate with external PR partners to maintain momentum and elevate our thought leadership platform.
Content Development & Market Engagement:
- Oversee the development of compelling, on-brand content—from use cases to video scripts to social media posts—that reflects our voice and mission.
- Take initiative in building campaigns and messaging strategies that resonate with key audiences: OEMs, recycling partners, policymakers, and investors.
- Explore and experiment with new content formats and emerging platforms to extend reach and deepen engagement.
Team & Partner Management:
- Lead and mentor a Marketing Communications Associate, fostering growth, initiative, and creative thinking.
- Manage external vendors and creative partners to ensure quality and alignment with strategic goals.
- Work cross-functionally with commercial, product, and sustainability teams to align messaging and amplify impact.
Market Presence & Stakeholder Visibility:
- Proactively identify and activate opportunities to increase Cyclic’s visibility at industry conferences, investor events, and public forums.
- Continuously monitor trends, competitor activity, and market signals to adapt positioning and inform new initiatives.
- Contribute to a strong brand reputation across all stakeholders—media, partners, investors, and future talent.
What You Will Bring:
- 7 to 10 years of experience in marketing and communications, ideally in cleantech, renewables, or sustainable innovation.
- A pre-existing network of journalists and media professionals covering energy transition, sustainability, or advanced materials.
- Proven track record of building awareness and audience engagement through storytelling, strategic partnerships, and campaign execution.
- Experience managing branding projects, web initiatives, and integrated communications plans.
- Excellent writing, editing, and messaging skills; comfortable representing the company’s voice externally.
- Strong leadership abilities and experience managing internal teams and external agencies.
- Proactive, collaborative, and deeply curious about how to position a category-defining company for global impact.
- A previous experience in a scaling up company will be a great asset to succeed in this role!
What We Offer
- A purpose-driven company at the forefront of critical materials recovery and sustainability.
- A collaborative, growth-oriented culture where your ideas and contributions matter.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and full-scale plant operations.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunities for advancement and learning as the company scales.
Learn more about Cyclic Materials here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEf6tR-TmAc
An Equal Opportunity employer, at Cyclic Materials, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the richer our community and the broader our impact.
Applicants for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).
