Grade: P5

Referral Level: Level 1

Division: IGM Marketing

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967.  Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support. 

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.  We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Mackenzie Investments 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.

Position

The Marketing Department at IGM Financial (including IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments) is currently accepting applications for the position of Communications Specialist, reporting to the Director of Communications. As part of the national Corporate Communications team, you will help develop and implement strategic communications for IGM Financial, including both IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. The successful candidate will also contribute to the editorial direction of the team and will use their superior writing skills to draft and edit content for a range of external and internal (advisor focused) audiences.

 The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include:

• Media Relations
  • Contribute to IGM Financial’s ongoing media relations campaign by developing interesting and creative pitch angles, drafting media materials, liaising with target editors/journalists to develop and strengthen relationships.
  • Work with media outlets and journalists to secure interview opportunities for IGM/IG/Mackenzie spokespeople.
  • The individual will also be part of the group’s social media team and assist in the creation of content.
  • Engage with business leaders confidently.
  • Work closely with the external PR agency team.
• Writing and Editing
  • Create content and manage approvals for a variety of external materials including press releases, media pitches, social media posts, speaking notes and video scripts.
  • Support IG advisor communications needs through the development of advisor focused articles and emails, intranet content materials for web conferences, designed collateral, and web pages.
  • Manage content delivery, including translation, design, digital and multimedia requirements as needed.
  • Create, monitor, and report on metrics.
• Project Management
  • Work with the members of the team to ensure campaigns/plans are moving forward in a timely manner and are addressing the needs of stakeholders.
  • Assist with the layout and review process for daily communications cycle.
  • Monitor, collect and share analytics as needed.

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

• 2-4 years’ experience in a corporate communications or PR agency environment. Direct experience within the financial services industry considered an asset.
• Strong and versatile writer who can balance corporate tone with attention-grabbing storytelling, strong editing skills and an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Experience implementing communications campaigns for external and internal audiences.
• A strong understanding of media relations and integrated PR campaigns.
• Demonstrated interest in communications industry best practices.
• Expertise in social media strategy and drafting content for different platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, X, etc.).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines.
• Established relationships with a wide cross-section of journalists.
• Superior Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite and Adobe Analytics considered an asset.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Communications or Public Relations.
• Bilingual in English and French considered an asset.

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie Investments 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.

Please apply by July 16, 2024.

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