Executive Communications Manager - 12-Month Contract

The opportunity

EY is on a mission to build a better working world and communications are at the core of helping us realize that ambition.

Authentic and dynamic storytelling with unique points of view is critical to engaging employees, clients, media and the public at large in today’s transformative age.

The Executive Communications Manager, part of EY Canada’s Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC) team, working closely with our executives to develop and execute thoughtful, integrated and forward-thinking communications strategies, approaches and messages.

Serving as a trusted communications advisor, you’ll collaborate with Communications and Engagement colleagues and internal stakeholders to drive awareness and impact of firm priorities and programs from the desk of our executives to among more than 7,000 Canadian professionals and select external audiences.

As a marketing savvy communicator, you are an incredible writer at heart, have an intrinsic drive to connect with audiences, a bold vision and an exceptional eye for detail.

You are comfortable with the unpredictability that is part of a dynamic corporate environment like ours and thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed, high-visibility setting.

If status quo isn’t in your vocabulary, have a natural talent for words and you’re interested in being challenged, you’ve come to the right place.

Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the Communications and Engagement Leader to develop and execute internal and external strategic communications strategies and brand plans for our executives
• Serve as a senior member of the Communications and Engagement team, sharing knowledge, leading or co-leading initiatives and collaborating with BMC colleagues in Canada, the Americas and globally to execute best-in-class communications
• Ensure a consistent and clear messaging strategy and vision across all internal and external channels, including email, webcasts, video, social, digital, intranet, speeches, content and other new media tools and platforms
• Extract key objectives and simplify complex concepts and content into cohesive, clear and concise messaging for broad audiences quickly and independently
• Apply critical thinking to anticipate and communicate the potential outcomes of decisions to stakeholders, the team and leaders proactively connecting the dots between internal and external communications and broader marketing efforts
• Collaborate on rapid-response and crisis communications
• Measure and report on communications results to stakeholders and the wider team

Skills and attributes for success

• Broad and proven experience with executive communications in highly visible environments
• Strong strategic, proactive thinking complemented with a solid business acumen
• Extraordinary communicator with the ability to adapt messaging and tone for the given channel and audience
• Proven ability to influence and build collaborative relationships with C-suite executives
• Impeccable attention to detail and exceptional organization and accountability
• Proven ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels to deliver outcomes that drive business objectives delivering excellence both individually and at the team level
• A high degree of comfort with ambiguity, change and continuously evolving priorities and open-minded to new or transformational ideas
• Capacity to manage multiple initiatives while meeting deadlines with a keen focus on the stakeholder at the centre of everything you do
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times when dealing with highly sensitive business matters or proprietary information

To qualify for the role, candidates must have :

• Bachelor’s degree with a Communications or related major; Masters an asset
• 7-10 years of relevant experience; B2B experience strongly preferred
• Best-in-class skills in writing, editing, consulting, influencing, consensus-building and interpersonal communication
• Deep understanding and extensive experience with executive communications
• Previous experience with communications in support of change management is a strong asset
• Proven experience and comfort navigating a highly matrixed, fast-paced yet dynamic work environment with the ability to remain organized, multitask and adapt quickly on a variety of projects with competing deadlines
• Ability to think outside the box and operate with a sense of urgency in developing engaging and creative executive communications that resonate with audiences

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer :

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging.

We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advocating for the 2SLGBT+ community, promoting our Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous people (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation.

Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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