Job Description

At Neo, we\xe2\x80\x99re disrupting the future of finance. What matters most to us is challenging the status quo and providing a better financial future for all Canadians. We\xe2\x80\x99re working everyday to reinvent the way Canadians spend, save, and grow their money - all together, in one place. We\xe2\x80\x99re creating a seamless digital experience, with the modern day features you\xe2\x80\x99ve come to expect. Our products speak for themselves - the Neo card was voted best cash back card in Canada and the Neo Money account was voted best bank account in Canada.

Backed by world class investors, we\xe2\x80\x99ve raised $299M and are one of a few Canadian tech companies that have reached \xe2\x80\x98unicorn\xe2\x80\x99 status - valued over $1B. Check out the full story .

As the Head of Public Relations and Communications, you will conceptualize and strategically execute external and internal engagement activities. You will be responsible for managing all day-to-day PR activities, including a variety of high-visibility press, influencer and editorial programs designed to drive awareness, engagement and brand equity. This is a hands-on role in which you will work closely with senior leadership to advise, influence and prepare both internal and external communications, ensuring information flows in a timely and effective manner.

If you have a passion for big challenges and want to make your mark with transformative products and technologies, come join our team.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll be doing:

• Direct and implement an integrated strategic external relations approach to support and advance the business strategy
• Support senior leadership in the planning and execution of activities to foster mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders so that our interactions are strategic, coordinated and consistent
• Draft written content such as press releases for mass media or company website
• Liaise with the media and handle requests for interviews, statements, etc.
• Coordinate and prepare Neo team members for public appearances and events
• Proactively identify challenges and emerging issues and build issues management and incident response plan be executed as needed
• Collaborate with our People Team to develop and execute innovative internal communication strategies, ensuring timely flow of information and amplification of culture
• Assist in communication of strategies or messages from senior leadership
• Ensure all communication is cohesive with the brand image

• University degree in communications, government relations, and/or media relations
• 7+ years of experience in communication for external and internal communication, particularly with written communication
• Experience advising and preparing senior leaders for external and internal communications
• Ability to work well under pressure and creatively solve problems

Neo Financial