Job Description

At EY, you\'ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we\'re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

National Communications and Engagement Leader

At EY, you\'ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we\'re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

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. We have a lot of stories to tell at EY, and we need your help to tell them.

Reporting to the Head of Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC), the successful candidate will work closely with senior executives, while leading a national team of Public Relations (PR), Social Media and Communications professionals to develop and execute thoughtful, integrated and forward-thinking strategies that convene our people and the public around common, meaningful narratives. You\'ll also play a critical role in both change management and issues management.

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. People management is your passion and stakeholder management is your strength. And if status quo isn\'t in your vocabulary, you like to work in grey environments, have a natural talent for words and you\'re interested in being challenged, you\'ve come to the right place.

Your key responsibilities:

• Build and enable high-impact, timely and measured internal and external communications, public relations and social media campaigns to support national business and executive strategies.
• Ensure cohesive and integrated strategies across channels that connect internal and external communications and broader brand and marketing efforts.
• Advise and support Executive Committee and national leaders on internal and external communications strategies, including large-scale change management and reputational issues management.
• Coach, mentor and guide PR, Social Media and Communications Leaders - and a broader team of approximately 15 professionals - on strategy, frameworks and deliverables.
• Play an active role in furthering the professional growth and development of team leads and broader team members.
• Actively participate as a member of the BMC Leadership Team, strengthening connections and supporting integration across all areas of brand, marketing and communications.
• Manage budget and external contract relationships.

Skills and attributes for success

• Proven and progressive experience leading communications and engagement teams and delivering strong results.
• A strategic mindset focused on initiating new ideas and stories to elevate the EY brand.
• Ability to think outside the box and develop engaging and innovative communications with a strong understanding of how best to deliver tactics across different channels.
• Readiness to work in a fast-paced, complex yet dynamic work environment and able to comfortably multitask on competing priorities, while operating with a sense of urgency.
• Stellar communication skills, with the ability to understand and communicate complex ideas persuasively and efficiently across various communications channels.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills and high-quality standards for timely product delivery.
• Ability to contribute to communications deliverables while simultaneously managing, coaching and motivating a team of communications professionals across Canada.
• Extensive experience advising and supporting executive leadership on personal brand, communications strategies and issues management.
• Strong experience liaising with leadership, Risk Management and/or Legal teams on corporate issues.
• Experience collaborating across brand, marketing and communications functions to deliver integrated, high-impact campaigns.
• Understanding of communications measurement tools, tactics and benchmarks.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing communications or a related field.
• Minimum 12 years of professional communications experience; B2B experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in a team leadership role.
• Deep understanding and extensive experience planning and supporting strategic communications campaigns and executive communications.
• Proven experience and comfort navigating a highly matrixed, fast-paced yet dynamic work environment with the ability to remain organized, multitask and adapt quickly.
• Experience managing, coaching and inspiring a large team of professionals.
• Strong experience working with or managing C-suite executives.
• Organized and articulate, with impeccable attention to detail.

Ideally you will also have:

• Previous experience with change management and transformation.
• Familiarity using communications software, such as Content Management Systems, Cision and/or Meltwater.
• Bilingualism in English and French an asset.

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. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. 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. From our actions to combat systemic racism and our advocacy for the LGBT+ community to our innovative Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, we welcome and embrace the diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives that 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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