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    Senior Specialist, Corporate Communications - Toronto, ON, Canada - Sun Life Financial

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    You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you'll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self.

    You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you.

    Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights.

    Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

    Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

    Job Description:


    Please note this is a 12-month contract/secondment opportunity


    Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the Senior Specialist, Corporate Communications, will support in planning and executing media relations activities, employee communications and social media content for Sun Life Canada's Office of the President, Client Experience Office, Strategy & Growth, and Operations portfolios.

    In this role, you'll be a key member of the team drafting communications, leading event planning and logistics, tracking metrics and conducting analysis, and taking on other strategic projects.


    This is a fast-paced and rewarding opportunity for individuals who are skilled in delivering powerful communications and are looking to accelerate their career as a well-rounded media relations professional.

    In addition to the skills below, we're looking for a passionate team player who is proactive, positive and proven in their ability to roll up their sleeves and get the job done.

    Does this sound like you?

    What will you do?

    Collaborate with the Manager to develop and execute Sun Life Canada's Office of the President, Client Experience Office, Strategy & Growth, and Operation's PR and internal communications strategies

    Draft and implement integrated communications plans supporting internal and external business initiatives

    Construct internal employee communications including intranet articles, e-mails, Workplace by Facebook posts and presentations

    Draft and co-ordinate necessary communications tactics for internal events such as virtual employee town halls

    Identify key media opportunities and generate proactive and timely pitching ideas

    Assist in media content creation including media briefs, news releases, pitches and speaking remarks

    Develop social media tactics including LinkedIn thought leadership pieces to help tell a 'One Sun' Life story

    Help ensure metrics are in place to track results and effectiveness of communications activities

    What do you need to succeed?

    Post-secondary education in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or another related field

    3-5 years in a communications or media relations role with internal communications experience; experience in Financial Services is an asset

    Proven track record in communications with an understanding of internal and external audiences, as well as the needs of different media outlets (print, trade, social, broadcast,) and social media channels

    Exceptional written communications skills including editing, proofreading and attention to detail, with the ability to pitch media, write for external audiences and coordinate incoming media opportunities

    Design skills including PowerPoint and Adobe Suite

    Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, and open to trying new, visual, and creative strategies to engage employees

    Strong organization skills with the ability to work independently, exercise judgment, multi-task and deliver measurable results within prescribed timeframes

    Bilingual (English/French) an asset

    What's in it for you?

    Hybrid work environment.

    Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family.

    A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture.

    The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential.

    An environment of continuous learning and improvement.

    Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs.

    Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financial.

    Work-life balance by scheduling your day around your priorities and having more time to spend on the important things.

    We are honoured to be recognized as a 2023 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work Canada.

    The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.

    In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.

    Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

    Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life.

    A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues.

    We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.


    Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .


    At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work.

    Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

    We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Salary Range: 56,000/ ,000/91 000


    Job Category:
    Communications

    Posting End Date: 26/04/2024

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