Corporate Communications, Lead (12-months fixed term contract)

Corporate Communications, Lead (12-months fixed term contract)

At Interac, we design and deliver products and solutions that give Canadians control over their money so they can get more out of life. But that’s not all. Whether we’re leading real-time money movement, driving innovative commerce solutions like open payments for transit systems, or making advancements in new areas like verification and open banking, we are playing a key role in shaping the future of the digital economy in Canada.

Want to make a lasting impact amongst a community of creative thinkers, problem solvers, technical gurus and high-performance application developers? We want to hear from you.

The Corporate Communications, Lead, is a key member of a fast-paced and high-performing Marketing & Corporate Communications department. The Corporate Communications team is a cross-functional, multi-skilled practice team, where this Lead has the opportunity to work on external communication programs to drive quarterly and annual business objectives. This role is responsible for strategic external communications planning, execution and measurement to support key corporate and product communications and thought leadership initiatives.

Reporting to the Leader, Corporate Communications, the Lead will work cross functionally with internal stakeholders and other members of the team, including those responsible for Product & Innovation, Internal Communications, Government Relations & Public Affairs, and Sponsorship & Citizenship to drive the department’s business-aligned communication goals and support the organization’s corporate strategy. The Lead will also work closely with leaders from across the organization to effectively promote the depth and breadth of business expertise to our key external audience.

You'll be responsible for:

• Developing and executing sophisticated public relations programming, designed to communicate key product and brand initiatives to customers, media, associations, and other key stakeholders.

• Leading multi-faceted and integrated B2C and B2B communications campaigns across traditional and digital media channels that will raise awareness, enhance perception, and drive adoption of key products and services.

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with key media outlets and influencers.

• Crafting compelling communications content, including media materials, press releases, media pitches, digital content, key message documents, and speaking remarks.

• Telling corporate stories, particularly those that leverage data and payments innovation through executive and employee thought leaders via various communications channels – media, website, social, sponsorships, associations, community partnerships, and more.

• Briefing and preparing executives for media interviews, speaking engagements, and thought leadership initiatives.

• Managing corporate reputational risk by proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating issues and risks impacting reputation with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

• Navigating complex organizations, influencing decision-making, and leading tough conversations by demonstrating strong executive presence. Understanding how the latest communications channels can be optimized for communications programs as part of an overall strategy.

• Working within an integrated marketing and communications team, supporting product and brand PR.

• Effectively managing agency partners to deliver strategic PR programming.

You bring:

• 6-8 years of corporate communications or public relations related experience, preferably within an agency environment.

• A genuine passion and curiosity for the ever-growing and changing industry of technology, payments, and data.

• A university degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline like PR, journalism, or public affairs.

• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.

• You are a natural collaborator and build relationships easily.

• You are a team player, ready to execute on multiple projects.

• You thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and can prioritize effectively.

• Well versed in PR strategies like media relations, thought leadership, and digital communications.

• Financial, technology, or consulting experience is an asset.

• French skills are an asset.

• Must be eligible to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a Full-Time Capacity.

Interac requires employees to complete a background check that is completed by one of our service providers. We use this service to complete the following checks:

• Canadian criminal record check;
• Public safety verification;
• Canadian ID cross-check;
• 5-year employment verification;
• Education verification;
• If applicable, Credit Inquiry and Social Media Check.

How we work
We know that exceptional people have great ideas and are passionate about their work. Our culture encourages excellence and actively rewards contributions with:

Connection: You’re surrounded by talented people every day who are driven by their passion for a common goal.

Core Values: They define us. Living them helps us be the best at what we do.

Compensation & Benefits: Pay is driven by individual and corporate performance and we provide a multitude of benefits and perks.

Education: To ensure you are the best at what you do we invest in you.