Communications Advisor, Corporate Real Estate

Sun Life

Toronto

Hybrid

CAD 60,000 - 97,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program
Flexible benefits
15 vacation days
Share ownership program
Great Place to Work recognition
Inclusive culture

Job summary

Sun Life is seeking a Communications Advisor for Corporate Real Estate to lead strategy, planning and delivery of workplace communications across the portfolio. You will partner with CRE and cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate information and elevate the CRE brand through storytelling.

The role requires 3–6+ years of experience, a degree in communications or related field, and excellence in written and verbal communication. This position supports a hybrid work environment in Canada.

Qualifications

  • 3-6+ years of relevant experience.
  • University degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to translate complex information into clear, audience-appropriate messages.
  • Proven ability to build relationships across teams and regions.
  • Proficiency in SharePoint Online, Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office.
  • Corporate real estate, workplace or property management communications experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy, planning and governance of workplace and tenant communications.
  • Develop integrated communication plans and messaging that support the employee experience, operational priorities and enterprise objectives.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for workplace and building communications.
  • Establish and maintain communication standards, processes and best practices that drive consistency, quality and effective information sharing.
  • Lead the delivery of employee-facing communications, including building notices, operational updates and workplace announcements.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to support communications for workplace projects, programs, events and change initiatives.
  • Strengthen the CRE brand through strategic storytelling that showcases the team’s impact, services and contributions across Sun Life.

Skills

Strategic communications
Stakeholder management
Change communications
Employee engagement
Collaborative mindset

Education

University degree in Communications
PR/Communications degree

Tools

SharePoint Online
Adobe Creative Cloud
Microsoft Office

Job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You’ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you’ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

At Sun Life, we’re driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you’ll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients’ lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Corporate Real Estate (CRE) plays a central role in shaping Sun Life’s global workplace experience. The Communications Advisor, CRE will be responsible for leading the strategy, planning and delivery of communications that support workplace initiatives, operational priorities and employee experience objectives across Sun Life’s portfolio.

This role will serve as a strategic communications partner for CRE, establishing communication frameworks, leading workplace communications and driving alignment across key stakeholders. The role will ensure employees receive accurate and timely information while advancing operational excellence and strengthening the CRE brand across Sun Life.

What will you do?
  • Lead the strategy, planning and governance of workplace and tenant communications

  • Develop integrated communication plans and messaging that support the employee experience, operational priorities and enterprise objectives

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for workplace and building communications

  • Establish and maintain communication standards, processes and best practices that drive consistency, quality and effective information sharing

  • Lead the delivery of employee-facing communications, including building notices, operational updates and workplace announcements

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to support communications for workplace projects, programs, events and change initiatives

  • Strengthen the CRE brand through strategic storytelling that showcases the team’s impact, services and contributions across Sun Life

Preferred skills
  • Strategic communications planning and advisory skills

  • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills

  • Sound judgment and ability to navigate complex and evolving priorities

  • Expertise in change and employee engagement communications

  • Collaborative, strategic and outcome-focused approach

What do you need to succeed?
  • 3-6+ years of relevant experience

  • University degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to translate complex information into clear, consistent and audience-appropriate communication

  • Proven ability to build relationships across teams and regions

  • Proficiency in SharePoint Online, Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office

  • Corporate real estate, workplace or property management communications experience is considered an asset

What’s in it for you?
  • A competitive salary and bonus program, based on market scale

  • A flexible group insurance program starting on your first day of work to meet your needs and those of your family

  • Time off that allows you to focus on the moments that matter most. 15 vacation days per year

  • Our Share Ownership Program gives you the opportunity to invest in Sun Life while benefiting from employer matching contributions

  • We are proud to be included in Great Place to Work’s 2026 list of Canada’s Best Workplaces

  • A warm, supportive and inclusive culture

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The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

60,000/60 000 - 97,000/97 000

Job Category:

Communications

Posting End Date:

02/10/2026

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