IA Financial Group

Director, Communications and Governance

IA Financial Group$110K — $130K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Significant experience in internal, management, or organizational communications.
  • Demonstrated experience in people management or leading teams.
  • Experience in organization-wide roles or transformational environments.
  • Familiarity with governance, process coordination, and managing cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong writing, synthesis, and advisory skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and make decisions aligned with resources and objectives.
  • Intermediate English and advanced French proficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Define strategic direction for internal communications and governance.
  • Advise leadership on management communications and business priorities.
  • Lead communication strategies and key messaging initiatives.
  • Drive internal communication plans and organize employee engagement events.
  • Define governance frameworks and performance indicators for efficiency.
  • Oversee project coordination and development of progress reports.
  • Collaborate on continuous improvement efforts in department processes.
  • Ensure content governance and message consistency for marketing impact.

Benefits

  • Flexible group insurance plans
  • Competitive retirement plan
  • Employee share purchase plan
  • Generous vacation and personal development days
  • Telemedicine services
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Ergonomic equipment program
  • Performance bonus
  • Discounts on iA products
  • And much more!
Full Job Description
Job Description

Are you passionate about strategic communications, employee engagement, and the continuous improvement of organizational practices? Do you want to contribute to a company whose purpose is to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Director, Communications and Governance, you will play a key role in leading communications for the iA Auto and Home Insurance business line. You will help strengthen the clarity, consistency, and impact of communications by aligning them with business priorities while supporting employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.

This role is an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and fully leverage your potential within a caring and trusted organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

What You Will Accomplish With Us

As a Director, Communications and Governance, you will be at the heart of our mission. Key responsibilities include:
  • Define the strategic direction for the internal communications function and oversee communications governance to ensure message consistency, quality standards, and the application of best practices.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to the leadership team and managers by supporting management communications, clarifying messages, and simplifying business priorities.
  • Lead strategic communications mandates, including communication strategies, positioning, key messages, and priority initiatives.
  • Drive internal communication plans and oversee the planning and delivery of internal events that foster employee engagement, alignment, and commitment.
  • Define and evolve governance, coordination, process optimization frameworks, and performance indicators to strengthen operational efficiency and execution discipline.
  • Guide coordination mechanisms, ensure structured monitoring of projects and initiatives, and support the development of progress reports for management committees.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts related to processes and ways of working in collaboration with stakeholders to support the performance of the department.
  • Oversee content governance, message consistency, and content optimization to contribute to marketing performance, customer experience, and brand consistency.
  • Plan, coordinate, and supervise team activities while ensuring employee development, engagement, quality deliverables, and the achievement of results.


What Could Help You Succeed in This Role

We are looking for someone who:
  • Has significant experience in internal communications, management communications, or organizational communications.
  • Demonstrates experience in people management or formal leadership of professionals.
  • Has experience in organization-wide roles and transformation environments.
  • Has experience in governance, process coordination, or the management of cross-functional initiatives, considered an asset.
  • Stands out for strong writing, synthesis, simplification, and advisory skills.
  • Demonstrates strong influence, prioritization, and decision-making abilities aligned with available resources, functional objectives, and business priorities.
  • Intermediate level of English and advanced level of French proficiency required, as the incumbent will be expected to draft, review, simplify, and coordinate written communications in English and French with unilingual English-speaking and French speaking internal and external partners on a periodic basis.


Why You'll Love Working With Us
  • A work environment where learning and development are combined with a shared pursuit of excellence;
  • Artificial intelligence is in everyone's hands, enhancing personal effectiveness and supporting organizational growth;
  • A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where your potential can thrive and grow freely;
  • The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.


Competitive Benefits
  • Flexible group insurance plans
  • Competitive retirement plan
  • Employee share purchase plan
  • Vacation program, wellness days, and personal development days
  • Telemedicine services
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Ergonomic equipment program
  • Performance bonus
  • Discounts on iA products
  • And much more!


Apply Now and Take the Lead in Your Career, Where Your Talent Truly Matters!

Hesitating to Apply?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, we encourage you to apply. Your place may be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Location(s)
Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)

Company
Industrial Alliance, Auto and Home Insurance Inc.

Posting End Date
2026-09-04

About IA Financial Group

IA Financial Group is a Canadian insurance and financial services company. The company offers a wide range of products and services including life and health insurance, mutual funds, securities, auto and home insurance, mortgages, and loans. IA Financial Group has been in business for over 125 years and has over 5,500 employees. The company is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. IA Financial Group is also committed to giving back to the community and has a strong corporate social responsibility program.
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