Permanent Full Time
Manager, CommunicationsGiven the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: London, Toronto, Winnipeg.
Position OverviewReporting to the AVP, Communications, you'll manage enterprise-wide communications that have direct impact on employee experience. Your primary role will be to develop and execute internal communications for national audiences as well as wide-ranging communications supporting our executives.
Your understanding of industry trends in communications, particularly related to employee/customer experience, are complemented by outstanding skills in relationship management, planning and content development that will support and strengthen our high-performing team.
In this fast paced and complex environment, you're empowered to make a difference as a dedicated leader, collaborative team member and skilled communicator, focused on driving results that support development of a high-impact, growth culture.
What you will do:- You will be an active contributor on our Communications team, collaborating with peers and the Assistant Vice-President in the delivery of consistent strategic communications aligned to our employee experience and executive communications goals.
- Develop communication strategies and plans for specific programs/initiatives, using a forward-thinking, holistic approach to anticipate potential issues and develop contingency plans.
- Present strategic solutions to business partners to illustrate concepts and gain feedback; anticipate potential issues and proactively address them.
- Forge strong relationships with the broader Communication leadership team as well as leaders within business partner teams you support to ensure delivery of consistent and clear communications across the company.
- Lead the delivery of strategic and tactical communication with guidance and support from a big picture perspective aligned with business strategy and our company brand.
- Explore new ideas, methodologies, and alternative ways to reach outcomes as part of our broader team.
- Support team efforts to address problems and recommend solutions.
- Collaborate with other Communications team members on creative solutions to meet project goals and schedules.
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure consistent messages, positioning, timing and language for various internal and external audiences.
- Manage projects to deliver on communication plans and timelines.
What you will bring:- Completion of a post-secondary degree relating to communications, and at least 5 years of related experience; a combination of education and work experience will also be considered.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills and ability to work well with a national team in different locations.
- Outstanding communications planning and writing skills, demonstrating high creativity and proficiency employing a broad range of communications tactics - from presentation tools such as PPT to interactive email, video, infographics, social media and evolving digital platforms.
- Experience leading, managing and coaching the development of team members.
- Demonstrated comfort with ambiguity and flexibility to adapt to a changing environment.
- Demonstrated relationship management skills at senior levels of the organization.
- Forward thinking, a problem-solver with project management skills and the ability to execute strategic plans.
- Ability to effectively manage and deliver multiple projects in a quality and timely manner, and under pressure.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
- Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information appropriately.
The base salary for this position is between
$90,400 - $140,400 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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Requisition ID: 6587
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