Job Description

Grade: P4

Division: IGM Marketing

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada\'s leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments

Under IGM Financial\xe2\x80\x99s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada \xe2\x80\x93 including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The Marketing Department at IGM Financial (including Mackenzie Investments and IG Wealth Management) is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications Associate, reporting to the Manager of Communications. As part of the national Corporate Communications team, you will help develop and implement crucial communications for IGM Financial, including both IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. The successful candidate will also contribute to the editorial direction of the team and will use their superior writing skills to draft and edit content for a range of internal and external audiences.

The successful candidate\xe2\x80\x99s primary responsibilities will include:

• Media Relations
• Contribute to IGM Financial\xe2\x80\x99s ongoing media relations campaign by developing exciting and creative pitch angles, drafting media materials, collaborating closely with target editors/journalists to develop and strengthen relationships.
• Work with media outlets and journalists to secure interview opportunities for IGM/IG/Mackenzie spokespeople.
• The individual will also be part of the group\xe2\x80\x99s social media team and assist in the creation of content.
• Work closely with the external PR agency team.
• Writing and Editing
• Create content and manage approvals for a variety of external and internal materials.
• Draft press releases, media pitches, social media posts, speaking notes, video scripts, materials for web conferences, craft collateral, and web pages.
• Conduct research as needed and build campaign wrap-up reports.
• Manage content delivery, including translation, design, digital and multimedia requirements as needed.
• Project Management Support
• Work with the members of the team to ensure campaigns/plans are moving forward in a timely manner and are addressing the needs of stakeholders.
• Assist with the layout and review process for daily communications cycle.
• Monitor, collect and share analytics as needed.

The following qualifications will assist the successful candidate in carrying out these responsibilities:

• 1-3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a corporate communications or PR agency environment. Direct experience within the financial services industry considered an asset.
• Strong and versatile writer who can balance corporate tone with attention-grabbing storytelling.
• Experience implementing communications campaigns for external and internal audiences.
• A strong understanding of media relations and coordinated PR campaigns.
• Expertise in social media strategy and drafting content for different platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines.
• Established relationships with a wide cross-section of journalists.
• Outstanding Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience with graphic design considered an asset.
• Demonstrated interest in communications industry standard processes an asset.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Communications or Public Relations.
• Bilingual in English and French considered an asset.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.

Please apply by July 10, 2023.

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