Employee Engagement Lead (Hybrid)

PowerToFly; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm seeks an Employee Engagement Lead in Montreal to support employee engagement strategies across its technology division. The role involves developing initiatives to enhance employee recognition, fostering a positive culture, and collaborating with various teams to drive continuous improvement. Candidates should have a degree and strong interpersonal skills, with proficiency in MS Office. This position offers a hybrid work environment and promotes a culture of inclusion and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Mentorship programs

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in employee engagement strategy development and execution.
• Ability to tailor messaging to senior management and employees.
• Experience in promoting and measuring employee recognition programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead employee engagement and recognition programs.
• Partner with local leads to enhance employee engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate with HR to drive continuous improvement in employee experience.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Process management

MS Office proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

College/University degree in business or related field

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Teams

Job description

We are seeking someone to join our team as an Employee Engagement Lead to support ENS leadership and drive employee engagement strategy development and execution through analysis, governance, and delivery enablement—while helping foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and growth.

In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities. This is a Lead Technology Leadership & Strategy position at Director level, which is part of the job family responsible for driving innovation, developing technology roadmaps, and providing vision and strategic direction to align technology initiatives with long-term business objectives, fostering a culture of excellence, growth and transformation across the organization.

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on…

What you’ll do in the role:

• Champion Employee Voice: Develop and lead Enterprise Network Services (ENS) wide employee engagement and recognition program for 300+ employees across multiple locations globally.

• Inspire Engagement: Partner with local ENS leads to develop initiatives that enhance employee engagement by organizing events, facilitating open forums, and gathering feedback to shape ongoing improvements. Cultivate an environment where every voice is heard and valued, ensuring that team members feel a strong sense of belonging and purpose.

• Drive Engagement and Improvement: Coordinate with partners in Enterprise Technology Services and Human Resources to develop and execute strategies that drive continuous improvement and enhance employee experience.

• Promote a Positive Culture: Support and promote programs that recognize achievements, encourage well-being, and celebrate diverse perspectives. Develop and measure the success of recognition programs, aiming to increase participation by 20% year-over-year.

• Collaborate and Co-Create: Work closely with the ENS leadership team and colleagues across ENS and other departments to co-create innovative solutions, fostering teamwork and shared success.

• Empower and Connect: Develop, analyze, and present executive-level insights in response to senior management requests, empowering teams with actionable information.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• College/University degree or equivalent with a business focus and relevant/proven experience.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and the ability to tailor messaging to all levels of the organization.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize time accordingly.

• Strong process management skills and direct experience dealing with multiple stakeholders at one time.

• Ability to interact comfortably at senior levels of the organization while also being a contributor to the team.

• Thrive in a dynamic environment with opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and adapting to new challenges.

• Strong working knowledge of MS Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams

• Technology, Finance, or Strategy background a plus

Employee Engagement at Morgan Stanley

At Morgan Stanley, we believe engaged employees are the foundation of our success. We offer regular feedback opportunities, employee resource groups, mentorship programs, and events designed to foster connection, inclusion, and personal growth. Your ideas and contributions will help shape our culture and drive our mission forward.

At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm’s global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and AI/ML. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled technology talent. There’s ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.

All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.

Knowledge of French and English is required.

Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.