Strategic Communications Lead for Global Reach

McKinsey & Company, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Global networking opportunities

Career development and mentorship

Job summary

McKinsey & Company in Canada seeks an experienced communications professional to join the North American Reach and Engagement team. You will develop and execute integrated communications strategies supporting clients, alumni, and colleagues, with close collaboration across Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary. Travel to Toronto may be required if based in Montreal.

You will manage complex projects, measure outcomes, and influence senior leaders, delivering high-impact messaging for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education or work experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in a business communications-related field, ideally in professional services, corporate comms, government, or agency environments.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office and firm tools (Box, Slack, Canva, Meltwater, Muck Rack, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, ChatGPT Enterprise, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent ability to influence and direct colleagues, and manage senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills across formats and channels, with ability to craft messaging for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies to advance firm reputation and business priorities.
• Measure campaign effectiveness using audience insights and performance data.
• Lead complex communications projects from planning through execution, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.
• Collaborate with leaders across offices to ensure messaging aligns with audience needs and objectives.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

5+ years experience

MS Office & tools

Influence stakeholders

Critical reasoning

Communication across formats

English & French (bilingual)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Box

Slack

Canva

Meltwater

Muck Rack

LinkedIn Campaign Manager

ChatGPT Enterprise

Job description

McKinsey & Company in Canada seeks an experienced communications professional to join the North American Reach and Engagement team. You will develop and execute integrated communications strategies supporting clients, alumni, and colleagues, with close collaboration across Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary. Travel to Toronto may be required if based in Montreal.

You will manage complex projects, measure outcomes, and influence senior leaders, delivering high-impact messaging for diverse audiences.