Communications Specialist

IGM Financial; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 63,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Pension Plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

IGM Financial Inc. is seeking a Communications Specialist to develop and implement strategic communications for IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments, drafting content for internal advisor audiences and managing campaigns.

The role emphasizes writing, event and project management, and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to support community investments and sponsorships. Hybrid work schedule, with three days in the office, and opportunities for growth in a diverse,

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in corporate communications or related field.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related discipline.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience developing campaigns for internal and external audiences.
• Strong relationship and project management skills with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communications for IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.
• Draft and edit content for internal audiences, including advisors.
• Manage community campaigns, sponsorships and activation events.
• Coordinate translations, design, digital content and production needs.
• Monitor analytics and report on communications performance.

Skills

Corporate communications

Public relations

Content writing

Event management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Communications degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Career Opportunities: Communications Specialist (14161)

Requisition ID14161-Posted07/23/2026- Location (1) -Canada- Province of Job Posting (1) - Career Site (2)

IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $310 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.

Founded in 1926, IG Wealth Management is a key part of IGM's business model, providing comprehensive wealth management services to Canadian financial advisors and their clients.

With a vision to inspire financial confidence, IG Wealth Management is recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and Best Diversity Employers, aiming to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.

Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues! Our Values: Be better; we strive for improvement in everything we do. Be accountable; we foster clarity and are empowered to act responsibly. Be a team; we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.

The Marketing Department at IGM Financial is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications Specialist, reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Communications.

As part of the Corporate Communications and Community Engagement team, you will help develop and implement strategic communications for IG Wealth Management and use your superior writing skills to draft and edit content for internal (advisor-focused) audiences. You will also use your event and project management skills to effectively manage community campaigns and activations.

The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include:

Communications planning, consultation and execution

• Support business team members to develop targeted, coordinated, creative communications plans that actively engage audiences and are aligned with industry best practices.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, trusted relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Anticipate communications needs and emerging issues, deliver proactive strategies and solutions that support business priorities and reputation.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen audience engagement through integrated communications strategies.
• Create and manage approvals for a variety of communications materials, including articles, intranet content, speaking notes, video scripts, executive messaging, emails, presentation materials, social media posts, and web content.
• Develop communications and marketing materials that promote community investment, employee engagement, sponsorship, and charitable giving initiatives.
• Manage content delivery requirements, including translation, design, digital, multimedia, and production needs.
• Ensure all communications maintain a high standard of accuracy, consistency, and brand alignment.
• Assist with the layout and review process for daily communications cycle.
• Monitor and collect communications analytics, and create analytics reports for management, as required.

Community engagement, campaigns and sponsorships

• Support the planning and execution of national charitable campaigns, sponsorship initiatives, and community engagement programs.
• Manage sponsorship activations, including branding, communications, social media, and event logistics.
• Support relationships with charitable organizations, community partners, and stakeholder groups.

Project management, reporting and administration

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations are met.
• Support campaign and event execution from planning through post-campaign evaluation.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on communications, engagement, campaign, and community investment metrics.
• Assist with budget tracking, invoice processing, reporting, and other program administration activities.
• Collect and share insights and recommendations to continuously improve program effectiveness and stakeholder engagement.

The following qualifications will assist the successful candidate in carrying out these responsibilities:

• 2-5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, marketing, community investment, or a related field. Experience in the financial services industry is considered an asset.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience developing and executing communications campaigns for internal and external audiences.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to work effectively with business leaders, community partners, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management, event management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Proven ability to work independently, think strategically, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working with data, reporting, and performance metrics to measure communications and engagement outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Analytics, and employee engagement or corporate giving platforms is considered an asset.
• Passion for social impact, community engagement, and creating meaningful audience experiences.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.

The expected annual base salary range for this role is $52,000 - 63,500, which is determined based on skills, knowledge and experience and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for annual short-term incentive, health and well-being benefits, retirement and savings plan, paid time off and career development.

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & RECOGNITION: competitive base salary, performance-weighted bonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & INSURANCE:competitive health and dental coverage, flexible plan for you and your family and short-term & long-term disability plans.

RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAMS: voluntary Defined Contribution Pension Plan

INCLUSIVE CULTURE AND DIVERSITY: living our core values: Be a Team, Be Accountable, Be Better, engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background).

IGM is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

IG is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier- free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.