Director Employee Communications

Mackenzie Financial Corporation•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$135,000 - CA$165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Mackenzie Investments, a key part of IGM Financial Inc., is seeking a Director, Employee Communications. This role will lead communications for the CEO of IGM Financial and IG Wealth Management, the IG Wealth Management business, Human Resources (HR), and oversee all digital corporate channels, including the intranet and newsletter. The position requires a deep understanding of business strategies, effective collaboration with leaders, and integration of leading best practices. The role is based in Toronto, Winnipeg, or Montreal in a hybrid work environment, requiring a minimum of three days in the office per week. Occasional travel to other IGM offices in Canada is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or College diploma required, Communications/English/Public Relations or related field preferred; additional designation is an asset
10+ years of experience, including 5 years at a director level leading people in an agency or large conglomerate
Must have experience developing and executing communication plans and workbacks, including ability to analyze, measure and report on communication effectiveness
Proven experience working with C-Suite executives in communications, as well as issues and crisis management with an ability to influence and persuade across all levels of the organization
Superior research, writing, editing and proofreading to drive compelling content across multiple channels and platforms (digital and in-person)
Strong organizational and project management skills with experience in managing multiple, diverse projects and tight deadlines with autonomy, while maintaining timely, high-quality work across the team - comfortable wearing a strategic hat and also rolling up sleeves alongside the team to make big things happen
A proactive and innovative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively, including continuous listening and asking questions to build rapport and alignment
Responds well to changing priorities and circumstances, and demonstrates resilience and positivity when faced with disruptions or obstacles
Ability to work independently with good initiative and judgement
Open to continuous learning and improvement, with an eagerness to adopt and implement new communication best practices, including by leveraging technology such as AI to enhance communication approaches
Please provide three work samples with your application, including an Executive communication and a strategic communications plan with workback.

Responsibilities

Partner with the VP, Talent and Employee Communications to develop and deliver employee communications for the CEO of IGM Financial, bringing the enterprise strategy, culture and leadership story to life across IGM Financial.
Lead employee communications for the CEO of IG Wealth Management and the broader IG Wealth Management business, developing and executing integrated communication strategies, leadership events and executive messaging that support business priorities, drive employee understanding and engagement, and connect employees to the IG’s strategy and performance.
Provide communications counsel and support on key HR initiatives – including culture, leadership capabilities and change management and support Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), including managing social media and internal communications.
Continuously simplify processes and ways of working, leveraging AI and technology where appropriate to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort and free up capacity for work that benefits most from human insight, creativity and connection.
Collaborate with the Employee Communications leadership team to plan, coordinate and manage the enterprise editorial calendar, ensuring communication activities are aligned, appropriately prioritized and delivered effectively.
Oversee optimization of employee digital channels, including weekly newsletter, intranet, leader bulletin, targeted emails and digital boards, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging that is on-brand.
Lead the digital team to regularly analyze, measure and report on digital communication effectiveness providing actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Lead, coach and develop a high-performing and engaged team that lives our corporate values – be better, be accountable, be a team: support a growth mindset as well as ongoing career development.
Partner with the Employee Communications leadership team to drive business impact and create a culture of growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the broader team.

Benefits

competitive base salary
performance-weighted bonus
education/career support
option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component
competitive health and dental coverage
flexible plan for you and your family
short-term & long-term disability plans
voluntary Group RRSP enrolment with employer matching component
paid volunteer days
competitive time off
10 wellness days off
WorkPerks discount program
hybrid & flex work arrangements
engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background)