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Senior Manager, External CommunicationsOntario Teachers' Pension Plan • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Senior Manager, External Communications

Senior Manager, External Communications

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The opportunity

The Senior Manager External Communicationsisan experiencedcorporatecommunications professionalwho canlead the planning development and delivery of ourcritical financial reporting activities includingannual reportand annual meeting as well as a variety of corporate and investment communications activities.

This role sits at the intersection of corporate communications financial reporting and stakeholder engagementand requires a strongand confidentcommunicator who cantranslatecomplex investmentandfinancial information into clear compelling narratives for a broad audience.

The Senior ManagerExternalCommunications willbe responsible forthe day-to-day management and evaluation of one highly skilledand experienced direct report.

Who youll work with

The Senior Manager External Communicationswill report to the Director External Communications.

What youll do

FinancialReporting

  • Play a leading role in the articulation of Ontario Teachers advancements against its strategic priorities via shaping and executing our corporate reporting strategy including concept development writing and project management of financial reporting events and materials including the Annual Report mid-year reportand Annual Meeting.

  • Take leadership ofthe end-to-end annual reportingprocess from concept and narrative framework through final publicationandplanning andexecution of the Annual Meeting.

  • Workacross the enterpriseincluding senior leadershipacross Investments Finance Risk Sustainable InvestingandLegal toshape financial reportingthemes key messages andstructures ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and priorities

  • Manage timelines workflows and dependencies to meet immovable publication deadlines.

Corporate &InvestmentCommunications

  • Developandexecuteproactive communications strategies to buildOntarioTeachers brand and profile.

  • Contribute to corporate communications initiatives that advance the organizations reputation and strategic priorities.

  • Engage withinvestment teamsonstrategic communications needs including messaging presentations thought leadership and external materials

  • Provide communications advice to senior leaders and subject-matter experts on complex or sensitive topics

Media Relations & Issues Management

  • Execute selectmedia relations activities including drafting materials preparing spokespeople and responding to media inquiries.

  • Take an active rolein issues management and reputational risk communications including message development and coordination across teams.

  • Monitor external trends media coverage and stakeholder sentiment relevant to the organization.

General Communications Support

  • Collaborate with colleagues acrossMarketing & Communicationsto ensure consistency andeffective integration.

  • Uphold and evolve the organizations voice tone andbrandstandards

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of communications processes and tools.

  • Flexible hours during evenings and weekends to meet tight timelines and fast turnarounds as necessaryis essential.

  • Other duties as assigned.

What youll need

  • BachelorsDegreeinEnglish Corporate Communications or Journalism or related field

  • Minimum8-10 yearsin corporate communications financial communications or reporting

  • Experience in pension funds asset management financial services or public-sector institutionspreferred

  • Experience leadingthe delivery of annual reporting preferred

  • Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to simplify technical content

  • Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines

  • Experience working with senior executives and cross-functional teams

  • Critical analysis strategic thinking problem-solving and planning skills

  • Exceptional writing ability creativity and oral communication skills

  • Ability to effectively translate complex financial investment and governance content into clear accessible language

  • Strategic thinker with strong editorial judgment

  • Highly organized detail-oriented and deadline driven

  • Confident communicator who can influence without authority

  • Comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity

  • Excellent leadershipteamworkand collaborative skills

  • Highly motivated and results-driven

  • Ability toworkduring evenings and weekendsas needed

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What were offering

  • Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage

  • Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan

  • The opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive Program

  • A flexible work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working

  • Competitive time off

  • Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year

  • Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

At Ontario Teachers diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create reflect and embrace diversity of thought background and experience. Through our Diversity Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion check out Life at Teachers.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

Accommodations are available upon request () for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

Ontario Teachers may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

To learn more about how Teachers uses AI with your personal information please visit our Privacy Centre.

Functional Areas:

Marketing & Communications

Vacancy:

Current

Requisition ID:

6846

Required Experience:

Senior Manager


Key Skills
Internal Control,Accounting And Auditing,Accounts Handling,General Services,Elevator,Brand
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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