Director, Gbm Communications

Requisition ID: 171653

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose
Leads and oversees GBM Communications in Canada in conjunction with global GBM communications teams, ensuring business strategies, plans and initiatives are executed in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

The Director, Communications, Global Banking and Markets is a key member of the Global Communications and Social Impact team, responsible for developing and delivering ongoing internal and external communication strategies and initiatives in support of the GBM business line. This role will work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders to deliver on its objectives and ensure alignment with the overall Global Communications and all-Bank objectives.

Accountabilities

• Leads and drives a customer-focused culture throughout the team to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Works as a collaborative relationship manager with the business line to lead and design creative, robust, multi-media, internal and external strategic communications plans for the GBM business line to:

o Deliver thoughtful executive communications in support of business programs and initiatives that enhance the profile of leaders and initiatives of the various lines of business with key stakeholders; communicate the business line strategy and the ongoing execution of the strategy to employees and key partner groups, as well as to the senior team;

• Develops and directs wide-ranging, pro-active and innovative media and public relations programs to communicate and advocate the businesses’ priorities and business objectives and support overall positioning and branding strategies; and,

o Serves as a spokesperson for the Bank on GBM issues, and other issues as required.

• Provides strong leadership in the creation and delivery of proactive and reactive external communications plans for the GBM business line by:

o Fostering and maintaining a significant network of contacts within the print, broadcast and online media (both working level media/beat reporters, as well as editorial staff and senior journalists);
o Ensuring a clear focus on the strategic topics in the Global Banking and Capital Markets businesses;
o Identifying opportunities for GBM spokespeople to be positioned as thought leaders by all stakeholders;
o Coordinating GBM spokespeople interviews and public speaking opportunities and monitoring engagement with those interactions;
o Developing and providing advice and direction to the GBM leadership team on overall communications strategies; and,
o Maintaining relationships with relevant industry associations.

• Supports the VP, Communications in providing communications advice/support to the Group Heads, COO and GBM Leadership team to enhance the impact of communications to:

o Support business objectives;
o Promote the Bank’s brand and manage external reputational issues;
o Enhance employee engagement;
o Promote two-way, timely, honest, relevant and concise communications approach and assessing communications effectiveness through research and measurement; and,
o Support project teams and key partners in the communication of critical messages related to the successful execution of the Business line’s strategic priorities.

• Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Creates an environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for Business Conduct.
• Builds a high-performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates his/her team by fostering an inclusive work environment; communicating vison/values/business strategy and managing succession and development planning for the team.

Dimensions

• Number of employees / span of control: 2 Direct Reports
• Countries / regions / business units supported: Responsible for considering global communications initiatives and requirements within a limited budget
• Lead periodic reviews and budget planning
• This role operates under the general direction of the Vice President, Communications and is expected to operate in a highly-independent way
• The Director plays a critical role on the Bank’s overall positioning in the marketplace and performance in Canada and internationally. Specifically, the position impacts the Bank’s success in maintaining positive relationships with the media in its overall image and reputation and in building employee engagement across the Global Banking and Markets Business Line.

Education / Experience / Other Information

• Post-Secondary diploma in journalism, media relations, or related communications designation or equivalent job experience
• 10-15 years of experience in a corporate communications or marketing communications role in a complex, dynamic, knowledge-based environment
• Excellent understanding of financial services, capital markets and emerging payments/digital space.
• Exceptional written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate and drive employee engagement across a large employee base, at all levels within the organization
• Knowledge and experience communicating via print, web, visual media and emerging communication platforms; social media experience preferred – with demonstrated experience in leveraging the latest communication vehicles to effectively communicate to employees
• Thorough understanding of Scotiabank and the Global Banking and Markets organizational structures and delivery channels.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong media and partner relationships and collaborate across diverse groups
• Excellent project management skills to oversee execution of complex media and public relations strategies and related budgets
• A proven track record of effective leadership, independence and collaboration, with an ability to build strong cross-cultural and cross-divisional team relationships
• Media relations strategies and marketplace standards
• Fluency in second language, especially Spanish, is an asset

Working Conditions

• Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence. Moderate travel internationally.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

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