Senior Advisor, Internal Communications

1 month ago


Montreal, Canada Fairstone Financial Inc. Full time

Senior Advisor, Internal Communications page is loaded Senior Advisor, Internal Communications Apply locations Montreal, Quebec time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R21190

Are you passionate about communications and their influence on people?

Are you motivated by a fast-paced environment that offers continuous collaboration opportunities?

Are you an effective storyteller who can distill complex ideas into compelling and engaging messages?

Join the Fairstone Corporate Communications team based in Montreal. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Internal Communications, the Senior Advisor of Internal Communications is responsible for creating and executing strategies that support the organization's goals and, ultimately, propel employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as an expert and point of reference to provide best-in-class internal communications assistance for various business units, levels of stakeholders and internal clients.

  • Demonstrate leadership and proactivity in developing inspiring and persuasive key messages for various audiences in complex business environments and deploy strategies and tactics for cascading coherent information to the right audiences at the right times.

  • Lead the development, coordination and execution of communication projects, plans, and activities that drive business priorities and program objectives.

  • Prepare operational and strategic messages, toolkits, remarks, talking points, PowerPoint presentations, briefings, and other materials supporting significant internal change activities and events.

  • Develop written and visual content, ensuring clarity and consistency, and making effective use of communication channels to reach and engage audiences.

  • Manage, update, and improve internal communications channels and platforms, including the company intranet and other traditional and digital communications tools.

  • Build and maintain strong networks with stakeholders with the ability to influence and negotiate collaboratively to drive a desired outcome favourable to business interests.

  • Guide communication deliverables focused on the user experience, drawing on in-depth knowledge of communication best practices.

  • Participate in administrative and planning tasks, including analytics and reporting activities.

  • Collaborate on ad hoc projects and other communications activities as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in internal communications and a corporate environment.
  • University degree in communications, journalism, or a related discipline.
  • Bilingualism (French and English), with excellent communication skills in both languages.
  • Meticulous writer, editor, and communicator with superior command of written English.
  • Experience leading and implementing internal communications for cross-functional and organization-wide change projects.
  • Proven ability to manage projects, with strong time management, organization, and prioritization capabilities to meet deadlines.
  • Logical approach and exceptional attention to detail to simplify key messages and provide accurate information for target audiences.
  • Experience in intranet content management and development using a SharePoint-based platform, as well as internal social media and collaborative tools.
  • Keen interest in innovation and creativity, of which the ability to develop new approaches to communications.
  • Proficient in designing visuals (image assets, renderings, pictures, etc.) Video editing is an asset.
  • Comfortable working under pressure in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multitasking environment with tight timelines.
  • A self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
  • Able to nurture strong interpersonal relationships founded on trust and collaboration.
  • Strong work ethics (integrity, dependability, accountability) and good judgment (strict observance of confidentiality).
  • Financial industry experience, an asset.

If you are a results-oriented individual who enjoys “taking the lead” and is looking to make a difference and grow with a passionate team, we encourage you to apply for this Senior Advisor position and join our dynamic team. Join us in our mission to create engaging and impactful communications that drive positive change.

What’s in it for you?

At Fairstone, we offer all our permanent employees:

  • A minimum of 3 weeks of paid vacation (prorated to your start date)
  • Wellness days
  • Great benefit programs (flexible health and dental benefits, telemedicine services, employee and family assistance, pension plan and much more)
  • Ongoing learning and development training
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Employee referral award of $2,000 or more
  • Paid volunteer day and organized volunteering events across the country
  • A growing company with the potential for personal growth and career advancement

And much more.

If you’re seeking a role with a growing company that values employee development, Fairstone is the right place for you

Join our team Fairstone is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will make reasonable accommodations to respond to the needs of people with disabilities. Individuals who view themselves as Aboriginals, members of visible minorities, and disabled are encouraged to apply in confidence. Whether you’re seeking first-time employment or are making a career change, Fairstone has the internal support to help our team members grow and succeed.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE: Montreal's Top Employers 2024 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers

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If you have a preferred language for communication, please kindly inform us whether you prefer French or English on your application.

Fairstone is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will make reasonable accommodations to respond to the needs of people with disabilities. Individuals who view themselves as Aboriginals, members of visible minorities, and disabled are encouraged to apply in confidence.

Time Type:

Full timeJob Type: Permanent

Fairstone Bank of Canada (“Fairstone Bank”) and its subsidiary, Fairstone Financial Inc. (“Fairstone”), provide a wide range of innovative financial services that enable Canadian consumers and businesses to achieve their goals. Collectively, Fairstone Bank and its subsidiaries offer credit cards and rewards programs, point-of-sale financing, automobile financing and fully digital personal loans through partners, in addition to unsecured and secured personal loans and mortgages online and at over 250 branches coast to coast. With a long-established Canadian history, Fairstone Bank and Fairstone are committed to being Canada’s most accessible and responsible consumer lending bank. More at FairstoneBank.ca

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