Pay Rate: $45
Location: Toronto ON
Job Type: Contract
Our client, a major financial institution in Canada is looking to hire a Communications Manager for a 12-month contract. This role is hybrid with 1-2 days in downtown Toronto.

You will be responsible for the following duties:
  • Advises DnA senior leaders and teams on strategic communications and change management initiatives, aligning counsel with stakeholder needs and overarching communication strategy.
  • Analyzes complex strategic problems, synthesizes data and information, and provides actionable insights and recommendations to drive strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, effectively communicating with internal partners at all levels, providing confident counsel, and offering strategic recommendations.
  • Leads the development of communication plans tailored to influence or change behavior, crafting messaging and selecting appropriate distribution channels.
  • Creates, edits, coordinates, and publishes communication materials and messaging solutions, ensuring content is timely, relevant, and aligned with organizational goals.
  • Proactively identifies opportunities to enhance communication content, platforms, and technology, staying abreast of industry trends and making recommendations for improvement.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of communication solutions, gathering feedback, measuring impact on target audiences, and continuously refining strategies to drive engagement and alignment.

Must have skills:
  • 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Writing & editing skills - In-depth.
  • Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
  • Creating presentation decks/PowerPoint slides - In-depth
  • Previous banking/insurance experience preferred
  • Video editing skills are a nice to have
  • Experience with project level communication (users) an asset
  • Event management experience a nice to have.
If you are qualified and interested in discussing this role in more detail, please submit your resume to priyanka2@ifgpr.com. For other opportunties please visit www.ifg-global.com today.