Corporate Communications Manager II

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TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidates skills and experience job-related knowledge geographic location and other specific business and organizational needs.

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Job Description:

Manage/lead development and/or execution of plans / programs / projects / strategies by designing and delivering communications consistent with TDs corporate standards and strategies and in support of business results.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

CUSTOMER

• Understand key business partners objectives direction and ongoing initiatives and advice the leadership teams on appropriate communication strategies and tactics

• Develop/manage the execution of internal/external strategic and tactical communications on behalf of senior management ensuring the enhancement of TDs presence with key stakeholders highlighting TDs brand community and innovation initiatives

• Manage on-going relationships with key business partners and/or third parties to coordinate all internal/external communication activities and project deliverables

• Provide communication consulting to key business partners performs appropriate due diligence assists in developing and delivering key messages applying internal communication standards and processes

• Develop and implement a process for coordinating prioritizing and distributing all broad internal/external communications utilizing appropriate delivery channels

• Develop and establish form and content standards for internal/ external communication channels and various mediums by partnering with other key stakeholders and/or third parties

• Develop manage and evaluate effectiveness of internal/ external communication vehicles and delivery channels that support strategy

• Prepare and manage communication budgets for each project within the agreed upon parameters

• Manage assigned projects from scoping/briefing to launch/fulfillment following established processes privacy processes and visual/brand standards

• Participate in project scoping and preplanning sessions proactively providing partners with advice and expertise on recommended tactics and solutions

• Provide ongoing communication to ensure appropriate stakeholders are notified of progress or changes in content budget direction timeline or status and escalate as appropriate

• May create/manage the implementation of digital and social content strategy across multiple channels for internal /external stakeholders

• Proactively acknowledge errors; notify management promptly where appropriate and work with team to resolve

• Develop proactive public relations campaigns that drive share of voice and enhance the brand

• Provide strategic media counsel support and acts as a bank spokesperson when appropriate

• Exercise judgment in dealing with sensitive reputational issues and provide counsel to executives

• Drive leading-edge use of visual media: video photography interactive digital features and infographics to tell TDs stories in compelling engaging and immediate ways

SHAREHOLDER

• Manage project budgets within forecasted spend

• Arrange for timely billings maintain progress billing standard and promptly communicate variances

• Confirm quarterly forecast amounts (invoices and estimates) for quarterly budget lockdown

• Identify ways to increase production efficiencies in order to maximize Communications dollars spent on all Communications programs

• Prioritize and manage own workload to meet service level requirements for service and productivity

• Adhere to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for respective business area(s)

• Ensure respective programs/policies/practices are well managed meets business needs complies with internal and external requirements and aligns with business priorities

• Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence information and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriate

• Protect the interests of the organization identify and manage risks and ensure the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated non-standard high risk issues

• Conduct internal and external research projects; support the development/ delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience

• Conduct meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions make recommendations assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices

• Monitor service productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities exists

• Apply subject matter expertise in the discipline provide guidance assistance and direction to others

• Actively manage relationships within and across various business lines corporate and/or control functions and ensure alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements

• Keep abreast of emerging issues trends and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts

• Maintain a culture of risk management and control supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

EMPLOYEE / TEAM

• Participate fully as a member of the team support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business quality innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest

• Provide thought leadership and/ or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit

• Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business related tools and techniques

• Participate in personal performance management and development activities including cross training within own team

• Keep others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities

• Contribute to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.

• Lead motivate and develop relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationships.

• Contribute to a fair positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce

• Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank both internally and/or externally

BREADTH & DEPTH

• Manages multiple communications projects / programs / initiatives of moderate scope and complexity

• Highly seasoned communications professional role requiring substantial knowledge / expertise in a complex field and knowledge of broader related areas

• Integrates knowledge of the enterprise sub-functions or business lines overarching strategy in developing solutions across multiple functions or operations

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and the industry environment recommends course of action and best practices to improve products processes or services

• Acts as a technical expert / lead integrating cross-function understanding within their own field of specialty

• Leads cross-functional teams or projects

• Independently manages end-to-end functional programs

• Solves or may lead others to solve complex problems; leads efforts or partners with others to develop new solutions

• Uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify solutions

• Impacts the achievement of sub-function or business line objectives within the area they are accountable for

• Work is guided by policies and industry standards/methods

• Communicates difficult concepts; converts information to compelling business context and advice; influences and gains alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders

• Works autonomously as the lead and guides others within area of expertise

• Generally reports to a Senior Manager or above

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Undergraduate degree orrelevant professional certifications designations or equivalentrequired

• 7 years relevant experience

Who We Are:

TD is one of the worlds leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day we strive to make every interaction product and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple for over 27 million households and businesses in Canada the United States and around the world. More than 95000 TD colleagues bring their skills talent and creativity to foster deeper relationships ensure disciplined execution and build a simpler faster banking experience. TD is deeply committed to being a leader in client experience that is why we believe that all colleagues no matter where they work are client facing. Together we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary variable compensation and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits savings and retirement programs paid time off banking benefits and discounts career development and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
Were delighted that youre considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations training programs and a competitive benefits plan were committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations requirements.

Colleague Development

If youre interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills we want to help you succeed. Youll have regular career development and performance conversations with your manager as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If youre passionate about helping clients and building deep lasting relationships TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

Were committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued everyone has fair opportunities to grow and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that youve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
Well reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if youd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms captioning for virtual interviews etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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