Director Employee Communications

Division: Human Resources Location: Toronto IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $310 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. Founded in 1926, IG Wealth Management is a key part of IGM's business model, providing comprehensive wealth management services to Canadian financial advisors and their clients. With a vision to inspire financial confidence, IG Wealth Management is recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and Best Diversity Employers, aiming to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals. Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues! Our Values: Be better; we strive for improvement in everything we do. Be accountable; we foster clarity and are empowered to act responsibly. Be a team; we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals. Reporting to the VP, Talent and Communication, the Director, Employee Communications will lead communications for the CEO of IGM Financial and IG Wealth Management, the IG Wealth Management business, Human Resources (HR), and oversee all digital corporate channels, including our intranet and newsletter. The role requires a thorough understanding of business strategies across IGM, effective collaboration across teams and with business leaders, and an external focus to integrate leading best-practices. The Director role is a people leader role based in Toronto, Winnipeg or Montreal in a hybrid workplace environment – with a minimum of 3 days in the office. Occasional travel is required (e.g. to the other IGM offices in Canada). Key Accountabilities Communications Planning & Delivery: Partner with the VP, Talent and Employee Communications to develop and deliver employee communications for the CEO of IGM Financial, bringing the enterprise strategy, culture and leadership story to life across IGM Financial. Lead employee communications for the CEO of IG Wealth Management and the broader IG Wealth Management business, developing and executing integrated communication strategies, leadership events and executive messaging that support business priorities, drive employee understanding and engagement, and connect employees to the IG’s strategy and performance. Provide communications counsel and support on key HR initiatives – including culture, leadership capabilities and change management and support Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), including managing social media and internal communications. Continuously simplify processes and ways of working, leveraging AI and technology where appropriate to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort and free up capacity for work that benefits most from human insight, creativity and connection. Collaborate with the Employee Communications leadership team to plan, coordinate and manage the enterprise editorial calendar, ensuring communication activities are aligned, appropriately prioritized and delivered effectively. Employee Digital Channels Oversee optimization of employee digital channels, including weekly newsletter, intranet, leader bulletin, targeted emails and digital boards, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging that is on-brand Lead the digital team to regularly analyze, measure and report on digital communication effectiveness providing actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop a high-performing and engaged team that lives our corporate values – be better, be accountable, be a team: support a growth mindset as well as ongoing career development Partner with the Employee Communications leadership team to drive business impact and create a culture of growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the broader team Education, Experience And Leadership Competencies Bachelor’s degree or College diploma required, Communications/English/Public Relations or related field preferred; additional designation is an asset 10+ years of experience, including 5 years at a director level leading people in an agency or large conglomerate Must have experience developing and executing communication plans and workbacks, including ability to analyze, measure and report on communication effectiveness Proven experience working with C-Suite executives in communications, as well as issues and crisis management with an ability to influence and persuade across all levels of the organization Superior research, writing, editing and proofreading to drive compelling content across multiple channels and platforms (digital and in-person) Strong organizational and project management skills with experience in managing multiple, diverse projects and tight deadlines with autonomy, while maintaining timely, high-quality work across the team - comfortable wearing a strategic hat and also rolling up sleeves alongside the team to make big things happen A proactive and innovative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively, including continuous listening and asking questions to build rapport and alignment Responds well to changing priorities and circumstances, and demonstrates resilience and positivity when faced with disruptions or obstacles Ability to work independently with good initiative and judgement Open to continuous learning and improvement, with an eagerness to adopt and implement new communication best practices, including by leveraging technology such as AI to enhance communication approaches Work hours may vary; some evening and weekend work may be required; Incumbent should be comfortable self-managing their time and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Please provide three work samples with your application, including an Executive communication and a strategic communications plan with workback. The expected annual base salary range for this role is $135,000-$165,000 , which is determined based on skills, knowledge and experience and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for annual short-term incentive, health and well-being benefits, retirement and savings plan, paid time off and career development. Benefits COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & RECOGNITION: competitive base salary, performance-weighted bonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & INSURANCE: competitive health and dental coverage, flexible plan for you and your family and short-term & long-term disability plans. RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAMS: voluntary Defined Contribution Pension Plan WORK LIFE BALANCE: paid volunteer days, competitive time off, including 10 wellness days off, WorkPerks discount program, hybrid & flex work arrangements. INCLUSIVE CULTURE AND DIVERSITY: living our core values: Be a Team, Be Accountable, Be Better, engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background). IGM 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. IG 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. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to https://www.ig.ca/en/careers Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment: As part of our Talent Acquisition process, we may use artificial intelligence and automated tools to support activities such as candidate sourcing, application review, and interview scheduling. These tools support the recruitment process; all hiring decisions are made by pe We thank all applicants for their interest in IG Wealth Management; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply before September 8 2026.

Lead employee communications for the CEO of IGM Financial and IG Wealth Management, overseeing digital corporate channels and HR initiatives. Manage and develop a high-performing team to drive engagement and align employees with the enterprise strategy.

Requires a bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience, including 5 years at a director level leading people. Must have proven experience working with C-Suite executives and a strong track record in executing strategic communication plans.

• Performance-weighted Bonus • Education/career Support • Employee Share Purchase Plan • Health Coverage • Dental Coverage • Flexible Plan • Short-term Disability • Long-term Disability • Defined Contribution Pension Plan • Paid Volunteer Days • Wellness Days Off • WorkPerks Discount Program • Hybrid & Flex Work Arrangements

• Project managementPreferred

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• Employee Communications
• Strategic Planning
• Executive Messaging
• Crisis Management
• People Leadership
• Digital Channel Optimization
• Change Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Content Creation
• Project Management
• AI Implementation
• Corporate Strategy
• Internal Communications
• Editorial Calendar Management
• Performance Measurement
• C-Suite Collaboration

• Management & Leadership
• Human Resources
• Marketing
• Finance & Accounting
• Creative & Media

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week

Seniority

Director