Job Description

Putting people first, every day
BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.
Your Opportunity
We are looking for a Manager to join the Corporate Communications team for an 18 month contract to drive communications programs in support of the firm's strategy.
This is for an existing vacancy based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and you'll work with stakeholders across Canada to amplify the firm's brand and nurture reputation among internal and external audiences.
Job responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive communications plans, targeting internal and external audiences, that support strategy and strengthen the visibility and reputation of the firm.
• Partner closely with the Chief of Staff, executives, and senior leaders to understand firm priorities, align messaging, and ensure consistency across owned and earned channels.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and COO by providing strategic communications guidance and support.
• Prepare high-impact communications for the CEO and COO, including presentations, talking points, and key messages that align to firm strategy.
• Lead firm-wide and Partner communications projects.
• Mitigate reputational and operational risk through proactive communications planning and execution.
• Work with peers on the Communications team and the PR agency to identify compelling stories, pursue thought leadership opportunities and manage announcements.
• Monitor media landscape and industry trends to proactively identify thought leadership opportunities.
• Leverage new tools and technologies to increase the effectiveness and impact of the firm's communications program.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your firm's industry, challenges, and opportunities
• You are positive, professional, and deliver high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Qualifications & Requirements:

• You are confident, strategic, and comfortable in a dynamic business environment.
• You have 7+ years of professional communications experience. Prior professional services firm or experience in a large matrix organization is an asset.
• You have post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, business or in another related field.
• You are optimistic, forward-looking, and an expert in both strategic planning and tactical execution.
• You constantly seek opportunities to learn, grow and develop your skills.
• You have sophisticated business writing and editing skills, and the ability to simplify technical content into clear, concise, creative and impactful communications.
• You have excellent interpersonal and client focused skills and interact positively and professionally with all levels of the firm, including executives, partners, managers and clients.
• You can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.
• You are an expert in building and executing communications plans, relationship management, and you see opportunities where others see problems.
• You are tech-savvy, and an enthusiastic user and champion of current and new technology solutions and platforms that enhance efficiency.
• You are highly proficient in Microsoft Solutions (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and internal communications platforms.

The expected range of compensation for this role is $93,000 - $141,000/ year
Why BDO?
Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.
Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:
We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.
Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, .
Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.
Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone's needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.
Code of Conduct: Our sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.
BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.
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