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Job type full-time
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Westland insurance group is growing and has an exciting new opportunity for a senior manager, communications to be based remotely or at our head office in beautiful south surrey, bcThis is an exciting corporate position that plays a lead role in internal and external communications and is part of a dynamic and growing marketing and communications team.
What we offer:
Competitive base salary
Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
Diverse staff and demonstrated work/life balance
Career growth opportunities and continuing education support
The opportunity:
You will leverage your education and experience in corporate communications to create creative content that drives engagement, aligns teams and shapes cultureYou will support westland’s key initiatives and goals while upholding our reputation and strengthening brand presence.
Responsibilities:
Develop westland’s communications strategy and yearly operational plans that support the strategic agenda, aligned with our vision and values
Develop and execute communications action plans, timelines and deliverables
Provide communications advice and support to internal stakeholders; review drafted communications, identify improvement opportunities
Work with ceo and other executive team members to establish their desired voice and create engaging, informative and audience-centric communications
Partner with project teams for various enterprise / business projects, providing internal communication advice, or developing and implementing communication plans that deliver a consistent message and tone and achieve program objectives
Work closely with the hr executive leader & hr team members to promote and deliver key hr programs and initiatives
Ensure internal messages are communicated to employees in a clear, timely and effective manner, using a high-impact writing style and format
Help ensure all communications are on message, consistent in quality and delivery, and aligned in narratives, helping to cultivate and grow the brand voice and tell cohesive brand stories.
Develops communication policies and processes
Proactively identify communication opportunities as well as addressing potential challenges
Responsible for all internal publications, key messages and press releases
Evaluate and measure effectiveness of communication programs and channels to ensure activities deliver on objectives
Refine programs as needed to ensure they remain effective
Stay active on latest trends and best practices identifying opportunities
Prepare responses to and / or responds directly to media inquiries with relevant, accurate and timely information
Support crisis and issues management to maintain westland’s brand and reputation
Provide communications support for corporate events including creating speaker notes for presenters and other required written materials
Here’s what you bring:
University degree in communications, journalism, public relations or marketing, or an equivalent blend of education and business-related experience
Minimum 5-8 years’ progressive experience in communications / public relations
Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic communications plans with demonstrated measurable success metrics
Exemplary oral and written communication skills including writing, editing, and proof-reading
Deep understanding and knowledge of communications principles, best practices, techniques and approaches
Ability to build relationships with multiple stakeholders, including those at executive level
Excellent planning and execution skills; strong multi-tasking skills and attention to details
Willingness to think creatively, propose new ideas and tackle interesting challenges
Self-motivation and strong sense of urgency and initiative
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to deliver high-quality work
Solutions oriented, flexible and adaptive to change
Westland insurance group is one of the largest and fastest-growing independent property and casualty insurance brokers in canadaWith a national network of 150 locations and over 1,600 employees, the company continues to expand coast to coastWestland`s brokers provide expert advice to home, business, farm, life, and auto insurance clientsSince its founding in 1980, westland has remained a family-owned company that is committed to supporting its local communitiesFor more information, please visit www.westlandinsurance.ca
Westland insurance ltdIs an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforceWe listen, champion equality and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves.
Westland insurance ltdEncourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants` disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection processIf you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at jobs@westlandinsurance.ca
