Director, Communications and Content - Toronto, Canada - Aviso Wealth

Aviso Wealth

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Aviso Wealth:

The Opportunity:

We're looking for a Director, Communications and Content to join our Marketing, Communications and Client Experience team.

This can be a remote role, however for those who would like to come into the office we are at 151 Yonge St, Toronto, ON.

Reporting to the VP, Communications, the Director, Communications and Content is responsible for developing a robust content strategy that supports our vision, business objectives and culture by being a gifted content strategist, impeccable writer, and adept editor who will elevate Aviso's products, services, and expertise.

You will be a curious, strategic, and proactive communications and content professional to join Aviso's Communications team—a story-driven centre of excellence that strengthens our business objectives, purpose, and culture with bold narratives; a clean, confident voice; and a value-over-volume philosophy.

Bring your expertise in content strategy, platforms, and best practices; sharp business acumen; and understanding of the Canadian financial services ecosystem to deliver the right story to the right audience at the right time.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, purpose-driven organization with a unique position in the Canadian financial services ecosystem—and equally unique stories to tell.

Who you are:

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Service

You consider both internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate intent of understanding and putting the clients' needs first. You advocate service excellence and work to deliver solutions that meet the needs. You proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner

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Execution

You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on "getting things done", as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes

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Collaboration

You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization

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Leadership

You lead your team and provide regular direction, guidance, coaching, and motivation, all while striving for peak performance. You assist them in overcoming obstacles through additional resources, removal of roadblocks, and providing the level of support required for their success. You delegate and deliver feedback based on the indepth understanding of your individual team members

What your day looks like:

Collaborate with the VP, Communications to develop a robust, narrativedriven content strategy and drive valuefirst, measurable execution
Coach and lead a dynamic team of writers and content creators across our platforms, including earned, paid, and owned media
Guide the development of bestinclass content, including opeds, articles, remarks, social copy, whitepapers, infographics, video scripts and ad copy to support business line priorities
Collaborate with business line marketing colleagues to identify and develop value propositions, narratives, and storytelling opportunities
Develop and maintain a collaborative network across Aviso's business lines
Collaborate with the Senior Manager, Media Relations, and Thought Leadership to optimize Aviso's earned media activities
Develop and maintain a comprehensive editorial calendar to connect the dots across all communications and content activities, spot opportunities for collaboration, and refine the Aviso voice
Monitor the Canadian financial services ecosystem for developments and trends and identify opportunities for Aviso to shape and lead conversations
Coach a team of writers to develop a narrativedriven, audiencefirst plain language editorial voice across all of our communications and content
Work with marketing colleagues and agency partners to ensure a consistent editorial voice across communications and content activities
Bring creativity and innovation to content development—find novel ways to articulate the unique value of Aviso's products, services, and expertise
Effectively manage multiple projects at a time and foster collaboration across shared services and business lines

Requirements:

Your experience and skills:

A seasoned communications and content leader with 10+ years of experience, including 3+ years in leadership and people management
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing or another related field; Master's Degree an asset
Previous experience in financial services required
An experienced and empathetic people manager who leads wit