Job Description

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Aviso Wealth:

At Aviso Wealth, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic \'oneaviso\' culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso Wealth has to offer at .

The Opportunity:

We\'re looking for a curious, driven and connected strategic communications professional to lead Aviso\'s media relations and thought leadership activities in our growing Communications & Corporate Sustainability team.

This role can be mostly remote, however we will on occasion require you to come onsite to our office at 151 Yonge St, Toronto, ON.

Reporting to the Director, Communications, the Senior Manager, Media Relations and Thought Leadership is an impeccable writer, gifted multi-platform storyteller and adept editor who can spot a fresh angle, craft a compelling narrative, and translate trends into insight-driven thought leadership.

The Senior Manager, Media Relations and Thought Leadership will elevate Aviso\'s profile and reputation by driving media relations and thought leadership that supports our vision and business strategy. They will apply their sharp business acumen and understanding of the Canadian financial services ecosystem to deliver the right story to the right audience at the right time.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, purpose-driven organization with a unique position in the Canadian financial services ecosystem-and equally unique stories to tell.

Who you are:

• Service - You consider both internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate intent of understanding and putting the clients\' needs first. You advocate service excellence and work to deliver solutions that meet the needs. You proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
• Execution - You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on \xe2\x80\x9cgetting things done\xe2\x80\x9d, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
• Collaboration - You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization
• Leadership - You lead your team and provide regular direction, guidance, coaching, and motivation, all while striving for peak performance. You assist them in overcoming obstacles through additional resources, removal of roadblocks, and providing the level of support required for their success. You delegate and deliver feedback based on the in-depth understanding of your individual team members

What your day looks like:

• Collaborate with the Director, Communications and VP, Communications & Corporate Sustainability to execute Aviso\'s media relations strategy and translate organizational narratives into insightful, engaging thought leadership
• Collaborate with Communications and Marketing colleagues to identify and develop storytelling opportunities that support Aviso\'s culture, vision, business priorities and growth ambitions
• Monitor the Canadian financial services ecosystem for developments and trends, and identify opportunities for Aviso to shape and lead conversations
• Research, write, and edit best-in-class content, including op-eds, articles, remarks, whitepapers, infographics, video scripts, and pitches
• Transform data into accessible, audience-centric stories for internal and external audiences
• Work with senior leaders across Aviso to transform narratives into exciting media opportunities and bespoke, trust-building thought leadership
• Champion a dynamic, plain language writing style across all external communications activities
• Work with colleagues and agency partners to ensure a consistent editorial voice across communications activities
• Bring creativity and innovation to thought leadership ideation and development-find novel ways to articulate the Aviso story
• Effectively manage multiple projects at a time and foster collaboration across shared services and business lines
• Establish and grow relationships with key media and influencers to raise Aviso\'s profile with priority audiences and markets
• Support senior leadership with crisis communications plans and activities, including crafting key messages, monitoring developments, and offering trusted advice
• Identify, train and coach authorized Aviso spokespeople
• Serve as Aviso\'s key media relations contact

Requirements:

Your experience and skills:

• A seasoned communications professional with 8+ years of experience in strategic communications, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Bachelor\'s Degree in Journalism, English, Communications or another related field
• Previous experience in financial services is required

• Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset

• Nimble, adaptable writing style that includes media pitches, op-eds, long-form thought leadership and snappy digital copy
• Ability to connect the dots across economic, social, demographic and media trends and understand how they shape the Canadian financial services ecosystem
• Strong persuasion and presentation skills
• Seasoned substantive and copy editor-you can spot gaps in narratives and a misplaced semicolon
• Proven ability to simplify technical information and data into plain language
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, stakeholders, and business demands
• Previous experience advising executive leaders on media relations best practices is a significant asset
• Strategic, creative, and critical thinker who isn\'t afraid to challenge assumptions and experiment with form and content
• Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and thrive in a dynamic environment
• Comfort with ambiguity in an organization undergoing growth and change
• A quick, self-directed learner who knows when to be strategic and when to be tactical
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional client service

Benefits:

Why Aviso Wealth?

At Aviso Wealth, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.
Here are a few things that set us apart:

• Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
• Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
• Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
• Matching contributions to our retirement program
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
• Regular social events to foster teamwork

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aviso Wealth welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Company Overview:

Aviso Wealth powers businesses that empower investors. We are a national, integrated financial services company, with approximately $110 billion in assets under administration and management. Aviso Wealth is owned by Credit Union Centrals, Co-operators / CUMIS and Desjardins. Our mutual funds dealer, securities brokerage, and insurance dealer support thousands of financial advisors at credit unions across Canada. Our award-winning online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing, and our digital advice platform, Qtrade Guided Portfolios, give Canadians flexible choices for building their wealth. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, offers a comprehensive lineup of responsible investment funds and portfolios, which are available through a national network of advisors. Aviso Wealth also provides custodial services and introducing broker services to independent financial organizations, including banks, trust companies, insurance companies, investment dealers, portfolio managers and financial planning firms. We have operations in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal with a regional office in Winnipeg. More information about Aviso Wealth is available at .

Salary

This position is posted with an expected salary range of $103,000 - $131,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.

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