Senior Manager, Communications Global Technology [14 Month Contract]

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution is seeking a Senior Manager, Communications to lead strategic communications for their Global Technology team. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of corporate communications experience, with a focus on media relations and project management. The ideal candidate will drive high-impact internal and external communications, supporting senior executives and enhancing the visibility of the Technology brand.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years corporate communications or agency experience.
• Demonstrated experience in media relations and issues management.
• Exemplary oral and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute high impact communications.
• Manage external messaging opportunities.
• Support senior executives on communication issues.

Skills

Corporate communications experience

Media relations

Project management

Written communications skills

Stakeholder relations

Crisis communications management

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

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Title: Senior Manager, Communications Global Technology [14 Month Contract]

Requisition ID: 236269
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Role

The Senior Manager, Communications supports the Director, Global Technology Communications in strategic communications support for the Group Head and Technology senior leadership team, including function and enterprise communications and executive thought leadership opportunities. This role will assist in leading the implementation of all internal and external Technology communications, including, but not limited to, team and enterprise-wide communications, executive thought leadership, and various Technology-related news and opinions. They will promote complementary initiatives with the objective of increasing the positive visibility of Scotiabank’s Technology brand and products. This individual will be expected to produce a variety of high-impact content while working closely with key partners and the broader Global Corporate Affairs team.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Drive the development and execution of high impact, engaging communications including:
  • Internal and external Group Head communications involving business line and corporate initiatives, industry topics and other thought‑leadership opportunities
  • Working with the Creative Studio to develop multimedia assets and graphics in support of various communications events and projects
• Develop annual and project‑specific integrated communications plans to meet the team objective of running Technology as a business – showcasing Scotiabank Technology, its initiatives, programs, executives, and employees
• Proactively manage and draft external messaging opportunities designed to facilitate a positive impression and protect the image and reputation of Scotiabank Technology
• Support and advise senior executives on various communications issues with the media and the public
• Support regular production of internal communications assets for the global Technology team
• Develop relationships and interact with corporate, business and industry media contacts and opinion leaders to ensure positive inclusion or exclusivity in appropriate features or articles
• Offer social media guidance/support for Technology executives, draft social media posts
• Embrace a high‑performance environment with an exceptional ability to work in partnership to influence positive outcomes
• Communicate Technology vision/values/business strategy in alignment with the Global Corporate Affairs team
• Champion a customer‑focused and performance‑oriented culture to deepen relationships across the Bank and enable strong partnerships
• Champion an inclusive work environment

Do you have the skills and requirements that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if you have:

• Minimum of 10 years corporate communications or agency experience
• Completion of a Communications or related degree or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in media relations and issues management
• Demonstrated success in basic internal communications practices
• Qualified team player, adept at stakeholder relations
• Project management experience to lead, manage, and monitor simultaneous projects to tight deadlines, and monitor project performance results
• Exemplary oral and written communications skills
• Knowledge of Canadian and global media and trends
• Excellent project management skills/logistics
• Knowledge of crisis communications management
• Demonstrable track record of generating positive, measurable and opinion‑changing initiatives
• Knowledge of the North American financial sector an asset

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: “for every future”, we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.