Senior Communications Advisor

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job Description


Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is looking for a talented, motivated strategic communications professional to join our team. As a member of our Communications department, you will support the advocacy efforts of our regional government relations teams to advance issues most important to our members. The ideal candidate will possesses a solid understanding of Canadian politics as well as how strategic communications plays a critical role in how public policy is developed. Based in Toronto, IBC currently has a hybrid work-from-home policy that includes in office days several times a month.IBC\'s communications department is a purpose-driven team that works together every day to bring value to our organization and members. We develop cutting-edge strategic communications, consumer education and outreach materials and executive speeches and presentations. We also place an important emphasis on internal communications, media relations and multi-media engagement. We are innovative and inclusive, and have the collective passion and power to go above-and-beyond for our organization, our members and Canadians.Duties and Responsibilities:Serves as business partner with internal clients, managing key files and providing strategic communications supportOversee the development and execution of advocacy campaigns to support strategic goalsMaintains a thorough understanding of industry issues and public policy issues, in particular those for the region you support as a business partnerResearches, produces and develops written material including executive-level speeches, 1-2 pagers, key messages, web copy, member communications, correspondence, marketing materials, op-eds and news releasesAbility to comprehend and summarize key takeaways from complex materials including internal and external research papers, policy papers and technical reportsWorks with IBC departments and senior staff members to ensure consistent messaging across the organizationOrganizes, formats, writes, edits and proofreads documentation for department, company or member useFollows established corporate graphic and communication standardsCreates and edits PowerPoint presentations for senior managementCreates and manages editorial content calendarsExperience and Qualifications:Bachelor\'s degree in journalism, communications or public relations, or equivalent experienceSuccess in this role depends on a sound knowledge of (or willingness to learn) the property and casualty insurance industry, and an understanding of how provincial and federal governments functionMinimum 7 years of related experience such as corporate communications, government role or work with a trade associationSuperior writing skillsDemonstrated ability to write a variety of communication materials for different speakers and audiences, including insurance industry, government and consumersAbility to contribute to communications strategies and generate creative, compelling ideas to tell our storiesUnderstanding of content creation for web/social channels (digital and video)Experience and confidence in providing strategic recommendations that result in effective communication programsWorking effectively under pressure of high volume and meeting deadlinesAbility to work independently and exercise good judgmentExcellent relationship-building skillsHighly proficient with communication tools including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and OutlookWhy Join IBC?Competitive salary and benefits.Hybrid work environment.Variety of job tasks to help accelerate your professional skills development.Working with a top-tier team, full of all-stars and industry leaders.A career working with and influencing creative and the visual identity of the brand.The ability to be creative and help keep Canadians safe on the road, at home, at work, and at play.Strong leadership with a focus on your development and growth.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2325449
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Education
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