Senior Manager, Cybersecurity Communications

Requisition ID: 207384

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

Reporting directly to the Global Head, Security Governance Services, the Senior Manager provides communication expertise and advice to Information Security and Control (IS&C), IT Risk Transformation leaders, and key stakeholders, by creating effective, innovative, and impactful communication content that drives the execution of IT Risk Transformation initiatives and programs. Other key accountabilities include:

• Design and implement communications strategies for IS&C including creative digital strategies
• Actively contributing to evolving the communications strategies and tactical plans to successfully deliver all prioritized initiatives and programs
• Partnering with Corporate Functions communications, Corporate HR departments, and other key stakeholders to assist with the development and deployment of change management/communication/employee engagement plans and content for internal corporate-wide and external initiatives through the use of various digital channels and tools.
• Collaboratively managing the communication function for IS&C, including management and monitoring of diverse delivery channels
• Develop communications strategies for high employee engagement, building awareness through the digital channels available.
• Create and build communications strategies, digital assets and innovate to solve complex challenges, leveraging data and analysis to assess the impact and performance of campaigns and initiatives
• Continuously measuring communication effectiveness and audience engagement through assessment and measurement plans
• Providing direct communications support for IT Risk Transformation senior leadership including speech writing and presentation development.

Is this role right for you?

Communications Strategy & Planning (20%)

• Manage an integrated communication function that engages and aligns employees with Scotiabank’s business goals and IS&C’ business strategies, values and brand by leveraging diverse and creative delivery channels and methods.
• Proactively source content and develop strategies, plans, programs and activities that support IS&C’ strategic priorities and drive business outcomes.

Advisory (20%)

• Provide the Global Head, Security Governance Services with the communication expertise, advice and service required to successfully deliver programs and initiatives to the IT Risk Transformation senior leadership team and employee population. 
• Provide leadership to the Cybersecurity Communication team and business partners to enable high performance, alignment, and employee engagement across the IT Risk Transformation team culture.
• Build and foster relationships with business partners and communication leads globally to ensure IS&C communication requirements are adequately addressed through communication strategies and project deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of the broader IS&C team through relationship development, support and informal mentoring of team members.
   

Execution (50%)

• Create impactful communication content to drive employee engagement, build awareness and align all employees to the IT Risk Transformation, IS&C, and Technology strategic priorities.
• Create and maintain multiple internal websites to facilitate two-way conversations with key stakeholders and empower all IT Risk Transformation employees to become a performance-oriented culture.
• Plan, lead and execute internal and external events that align with overall strategic priorities.
• Develop and execute a measurement plan with relevant KPIs that drive the IT Risk Transformation Strategic Priorities.
• Lead and manage multiple projects with conflicting timelines ensuring objectives are met.
   

Issues Management (10%)

• Identify key opportunities to streamline processes and scale initiatives across IS&C.
• Identify key and emerging issues impacting senior leadership and employees and work collaboratively with Corporate Functions communications to create plans and messaging to address.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?

• Relevant university degree & certifications – English, Journalism, Education, Communication/Public Relations, Change Management, Business
• Seasoned professional in communications, social media platforms, event planning, employee engagement, storytelling
• Minimum 8-10 years leading communications on large scale or complex initiatives
  Strong leadership, presentation, writing and media relations skills
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders across the organization
• Excellent organizational, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Financial Services (Planning/Forecasting/Budgeting) and Technology acumen
• Social Media Platforms: Viva Scotia and Viva Engage platforms
• Data analytics: Analyze data and translate into insightful trends/messages
• Suite of Publishing Tools: Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Premier); Microsoft Suite (SharePoint, PPT, MS Word, Excel)
• Ability to select/design appropriate diagnostic tools (surveys, interviews, groups) and identify change implications
• Assets: Understanding of Cybersecurity and Technology trends, Project Management, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Software Development (Agile) methodologies

What’s in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. 
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.   
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.   
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one. 
• Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration. 

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.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.