Senior Manager, Community Engagement

Grade: L8

Division: IGM Marketing

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The Marketing Department at IGM Financial (including Mackenzie Investments and IG Wealth Management) is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Manager, Community Engagement. Reporting to the Director, Communications & Community Engagement, this role will be accountable for supporting the development and implementation of the IGM Community strategy including partnership development, granting, budget management, and employee engagement.

You Are

• A high energy, hard-working person with a positive attitude
• Passionate about corporate social responsibility and building authentic brands that drive awareness and results around key social issues
• Experienced in corporate social responsibility, working with the non-profit sector and social impact partners
• A strategic and driven community investment and social impact practitioner who loves meeting deadlines, paying attention to details, and producing high-quality deliverables
• Able to travel as applicable.

You excel at:

• Handling data, setting goals and key performance indicators, tracking progress and producing engaging reports.
• Developing community investment strategies
• Planning and carrying out large-scale engagement campaigns that are fun, exciting, and relevant
• Understanding the intersect between business and social impact objectives
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with business and community partners
• Engaging key stakeholders such as employees, advisors, clients and community partners

The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include:

Strategy & Program Management

• Monitoring the annual budget, ensuring alignment with Imagine Canada Caring Company criteria.
• Leading the execution of key initiatives ensuring programs are carried out seamlessly, are completed on time and budget, and meet the objectives, goals, and ROI.
• Maintaining great relationships with our business and community partners, co-creating and executing impactful social impact programs
• Working with the Director on the development of the IGM social impact strategy, community investment programs and impact measurement framework.
• Implementing effective employee engagement programs and initiatives

Partner & Team Management

• Partnering with the business to best leverage partners, programs and events with an emphasis on supporting business, brand, and community objectives.
• Developing and maintaining productive and professional relationships with external partners, suppliers, colleagues, and internal stakeholders.
• Assisting with problem resolution and raising issues to Director, as appropriate.
• Managing community team members including coaching, mentoring and annual development plans with clear objectives and KPIs.
• Facilitating the effective internal collaboration with functions including Brands, Sustainability/ESG, DEI, Marketing, Communications, HR, PR, and Sales for maximum impact.

The following qualifications will assist the successful candidate in carrying out these responsibilities:

• Excellent relationship management and communications skills
• Well-developed and proven project management skills.
• Experience implementing a social impact and community investment strategy.
• Bilingual (French) would be a strong asset.
• Excellent budget leadership skills.
• University Degree within a related field (e.g., Business, Marketing, Corporate Social Responsibility, etc.)
• Critical thinking and creative problem solver with ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Working knowledge of capital markets and the financial services industry
• Proven teammate who is a self-starter and proactive.
• 8-10 years of experience working within a community investment or social impact role.

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.

Please apply by June 23, 2023.