Corporate Communications Manager II - Technology and Innovation

at  TD Bank

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Corporate and Public Affairs (CAPA) delivers best-in-class external and internal communications to help differentiate TD in the market and elevate our brand. We deliver on CAPA’s mission to inspire and connect our customers, communities and colleagues through communications, conversations and advocacy that enrich lives, drive business outcomes and enhance our brand.
Role Overview :
We are looking for an experienced communicator to help tell the Bank’s story and bring our purpose to life. You’ll plan, develop and deliver engaging content for our Technology and Innovation businesses with a focus on supporting customer-focused external and internal communication programs that include media relations, digital communications, thought leadership and social media.
The successful candidate will be a strong communicator who has superior stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, proven experience in media relations, storytelling and executing events, as well as navigating issues.

If you consider yourself to be:

• A seasoned professional communicator with proven media relations, social media, executive communications and internal communications experience
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment
• A strategic, innovative and creative thinker
• Self-motivated and naturally inquisitive
• An entrepreneur at heart who is excited and motivated by the opportunity to fill “white space” with fresh thinking, creative ideas and new programs that will drive transformational growth and strong results.

We want to hear from you!

WHO WE ARE:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

• 7-12 years of experience in corporate communications or agency environment.
• Strong track record in both proactive and reactive media relations. Experience working with journalists and publications focused on technology/innovation.
• Strong interest in the technology sector with ability to understand complex technology trends and translate into simplified messages.
• Exceptional writing skills and a passion for storytelling. Experience managing editorial calendars.
• Ability to develop and implement innovative communications strategies to effectively drive business objectives and use data and analytics to track results.
• Proven experience providing communications counsel and issues management to business partners and senior executives, managing complex corporate issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines; self-starter highly motivated to deliver results and ability to work independently.
• Very strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact with individuals and groups across all organizational levels.
• You can deliver success independently on deadline but as a team leader, you help colleagues and others across the bank achieve success collaboratively.
• Undergraduate degree or PR/marketing/corporate communications certification, designations, or equivalent preferred.