MANAGER, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS - HYBRID (CONTRACT)

Green Shield Canada • Toronto, ON

9d • CA$94,406 - CA$142,069 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Corporate Communications plays a critical role in shaping and advancing GreenShield’s corporate communications strategy, with a primary focus on external communications, corporate reputation, and enterprise transformation. As a trusted communications advisor, this role leads the development and execution of integrated communications programs that strengthen GreenShield’s brand, support business priorities and build understanding among key audiences including media, clients, industry stakeholders, partners, employees and leaders. The successful candidate will provide strategic communications counsel to senior leaders, lead high-profile external and internal communications initiatives, and drive communications for major enterprise change and transformation efforts. This role requires a strong storyteller and relationship builder who combines strategic thinking with execution excellence, exercises sound judgment in complex situations, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, ideally within a complex or fast-paced organization.
• Post-secondary degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field.
• Strong foundation in corporate communications, with a clear understanding of internal and external audiences and how to adapt messaging across channels including digital, social, media, and executive platforms.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a sharp attention to detail and the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling content for a range of audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, build relationships, and influence outcomes across teams.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and deliver high-quality work within tight timelines.
• Confident and professional presence, with the ability to work effectively with and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a proactive approach to supporting shared goals and priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences and situations.
• Comfortable working independently in ambiguous or evolving environments, bringing structure and clarity to complex work.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to navigate competing demands and maintain focus under pressure.
• Proven ability to build trust and strong working relationships across the organization.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in English is required for this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicate with colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for this position, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles, collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies that support GreenShield’s corporate priorities, reputation objectives, growth ambitions and transformation agenda.
• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to senior leaders, providing counsel on stakeholder communications, reputation management, executive positioning and change communications.
• Develop and deliver proactive external communications programs, including media relations, executive thought leadership, corporate announcements, speaking opportunities and industry engagement initiatives that enhance GreenShield’s profile and credibility.
• Lead communications for enterprise transformation initiatives, organizational change and strategic business priorities, ensuring clear, consistent messaging that builds understanding, alignment and adoption across stakeholder groups.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of high-profile communications initiatives and campaigns, managing timelines, priorities, resources and stakeholder engagement to achieve business outcomes.
• Develop executive communications and leadership materials including key messages, briefing notes, presentations, speeches, FAQs and stakeholder communications, translating complex issues into compelling narratives.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to identify opportunities, assess communications risks and develop integrated approaches that align business objectives with stakeholder needs.
• Lead corporate communications for key organizational moments, including major announcements, business updates, issues management and reputation-sensitive initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with media, industry partners and internal stakeholders, acting as a key point of contact and trusted advisor on communications matters.
• Support crisis communications, issues management and reputation protection efforts by developing communications strategies, messaging and materials for emerging issues and business challenges.
• Identify and advance proactive storytelling opportunities that highlight GreenShield’s impact, innovation, transformation and leadership within the health and benefits sector.
• Establish and monitor communications metrics, using insights and performance data to evaluate impact, inform strategy and continuously improve communications effectiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager