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About the Role
Support the development and execution of strategic communications plans for internal divisional and national audiences. Contribute to messaging and initiatives that support the company brand and executive thought leadership while partnering with colleagues across the business.
Responsibilities
- Support communications for functional business areas, including employee communications, organizational change initiatives, leadership announcements, town halls and engagement activities.
- Develop and execute communication strategies and plans for specific programs and change management initiatives, using a forward-thinking, holistic approach to anticipate potential issues and develop contingency plans.
- Translate complex business information and initiatives into clear, compelling and audience-focused communications that drive understanding and action.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, exercising sound judgment and initiative to move work forward.
- Forge strong relationships with business leaders, partners and members of the Communications team to ensure delivery of solutions that meet business needs.
- Support business results with strategic and tactical communication guidance, drawing on a big-picture perspective aligned with business, culture and engagement strategies, and the company brand.
- Collaborate with all members of the Communications team, actively supporting the delivery of a consistent strategic communication support model across the Canadian business and ensuring consistent messages, positioning, timing and language.
- Contribute to the development of an inclusive team environment where all members feel they belong and can reach their full potential.
Requirements
- Completion of a post-secondary degree relating to communications, and at least 5 to 7 years of related experience. A combination of education and work experience will also be considered.
- Demonstrated experience supporting communications, employee communications, organizational change initiatives or other people-focused programs is considered a strong asset.
- Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for a variety of audiences and channels.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically while driving execution, moving projects from concept to completion with a high degree of independence and accountability.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects, exercise initiative and proactively identify solutions while working independently with limited direction.
- Experience developing and executing communications plans in support of organizational change, employee initiatives or business priorities.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with a proven ability to manage competing demands and deliver high-quality work under tight timelines.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills and ability to work well with a national team in different locations.
- Demonstrated relationship management skills at senior levels of the organization.
- Comfort with ambiguity and flexibility to adapt to a changing environment.
- Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information appropriately.
- Outstanding creativity skills and proficiency employing a broad range of communications tactics, from presentation tools such as PowerPoint to interactive email, video, infographics, social media and evolving digital platforms.
- Proficiency with common office software.
- Working knowledge of SharePoint Online would be considered a strong asset.
Skills
- Writing
- Editing
- Storytelling
- Strategic thinking
- Execution
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Prioritization
- Collaboration
- Relationship building
- Relationship management
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- PowerPoint
- Interactive email
- Video
- Infographics
- Social media
- Digital platforms
- Office software
- SharePoint Online
Location
- London
- Toronto
- Winnipeg
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full Time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Associate Manager
- 5 to 7 years of related experience
Education Level
- Post-secondary degree relating to communications
Salary/Compensations
- $64,800 - $119,800 annually
Benefits
- Career Development opportunities
- Access to industry-leading learning programs
- Up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement
- Flexible health and dental benefits
- $5,000 mental health benefit
- In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
- Company-matching pension plan
- Share ownership program
- Additional investment options
- Employee recognition programs
- Service milestone celebrations
- Employee discounts
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Mentorship programs
- Social clubs and events
About the Company
- Grow with Canada Life
- We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians.
- Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.
- We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other.
- Learn more about Canada Life.
Equal Opportunity
- We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.
- Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.