Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs

Job Description

Please note

• Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.
• This is a regular, full-time role.
• You will be working on a hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.
  
  

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we have been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we are constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you will be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You will have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you will feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

The Opportunity

The Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs is a dynamic role within Fidelity Canada’s Corporate Affairs Team, whose mandate is to protect and promote Fidelity’s reputation through research-driven, world-class communications to internal and external audiences.

This diverse and inclusive team consists of professionals with experience in communications, public affairs, journalism, market research, social media and more. The environment is fast-paced similar to a newsroom where the team members are agile and produce timely, effective content for various audiences.

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Affairs, the Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs will

• Lead an internal communications team - Internal communications is more important than ever in strengthening Fidelity’s culture and community in today’s hybrid and increasingly digital environment. The Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs, will lead an internal communications team and oversee company announcements, meetings, events, and communications channels, including Fidelity’s internal social media and intranet platforms.
• Support external communications - Aligning internal communications with external communications ensures coherence and consistency in Fidelity’s reputation. The Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs, will leverage internal communications and support positioning Fidelity as a top investment leader and top employer in Canada.
• Focus on the audience - Every high impact communication begins with understanding the audience well. The Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs will focus on who their audiences are, what their needs and aspirations are and what would motivate them.
• Deliver best-in-class multimedia stories - Informed by research about the audience, the Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs will deliver multimedia content that drive results. Content may include statements, talking points, press releases, peaking notes for executives, engaging internal emails and intranet posts, snappy social media soundbites and more.
• Learn, innovate and inspire - The world of communications is rapidly changing with constant breakthroughs in technology and best practices. The Manager, Corporate Communications and Community Affairs will learn from, and improve upon, every communication, proactively research ways to take communications to the next level, share ideas with colleagues and inspire others.
  
  

The Expertise You Will Bring

• Internal and external communications
• Media relations
• Project management
• Relationship building
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• University degree preferably in Communications, Journalism, Media, Political Science, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the financial services industry.
• Corporate communications experience in a highly regulated industry would be considered an asset.
  
  

Some of the ways we will help you feel valued and supported as part of our team

• Flexible working arrangements - hybrid, and in office options.
• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you.
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, which include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy.
• Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks.
• Up to $650 for home office equipment.
• Generous time off policy, including two paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice.
• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation.
  
  

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following

Awards

• Canada's Top 100 Employers
• Greater Toronto's Top Employers
• Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers
• Canada's Top Employers for Young People
• Great Place To Work Certified
• Best Workplaces for Inclusion
• Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
• Best Workplaces for Today's Youth
• Best Workplaces for Women
• Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
• Best Workplaces in Ontario
• Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams
• LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
• Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
• HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
• HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer
  
  

Designations

• Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified
• Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
• TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
• Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team