Applied Systems Canada – Strategy & Operations Lead, Applied Pay GTM and Partnerships – Toronto, ON

Company: Applied Systems Canada

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:10:29 GMT

Job description: Job Overview:Applied Systems, Inc., a worldwide leader in insurance technology, is currently searching for a highly motivated and results-oriented Strategy & Operations Lead to join our Applied Pay team focusing on our go-to-market operations and partnerships. The Strategy & Operations Lead is responsible for optimizing our go-to-market operations, negotiating new partnership deals, and managing ongoing coordination with existing partners. This individual will also support Applied Pay’s strategy planning processes and will regularly lead key initiatives that result from that process.What You’ll Do

  • Partnership Management: from researching and identifying potential partners, to contract negotiation (or re-negotiation), through to ongoing relationship management.
  • Analysis, Forecasting and Reporting: to support strategic planning, partnership negotiations, and initiative prioritization.
  • Project Management: Oversee and execute on cross-functional initiatives in support of Applied Pay’s strategic priorities.
  • GTM Support: Support the development of pitch decks, collaborate with RevOps and Sales Enablement to set up sales teams for success when selling Applied Pay products.
  • Process Optimization: Define and optimize go-to-market and partnership processes.

What You’ll Need to SucceedWe’re looking for someone who:

  • Can work hybrid, from an Applied Systems office in Chicago
  • Ability to travel up to 20%

Your experience should include some or all the following:

  • 5+ years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, partnership management, business strategy, venture capital, private equity, or corporate advisory.
  • Expertise working in the payments and/or insurance industries
  • Deep experience in data analysis, financial modeling and forecasting.
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Excellent organization skills, and the ability to manage a variety of initiatives / priorities at the same time
  • Experience navigating ambiguity and adding structure to complex problems
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or computer science
  • We proudly support and encourage people with military experience, as well as military spouses, to apply.

What You’ll GainBenefits from Day One

  • Health insurance plans, dental, and vision
  • Wellness incentives
  • 401(k) and/or RRSP retirement savings plans with employer match.

Work-Life Balance

  • Competitive paid vacation time and a free day for your birthday
  • Personal/sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • Flex Time
  • Paid parental leave (U.S. candidates)
  • Volunteer time off

Empowering Career Growth and Success – We invest in talent, care about our people and are empowered by the results of our work. We grow our teams from within and give our employees opportunities to advance.What We ValueWe strive for excellence at every turn to be the best at what we do. We invest in talent, care about our people and are empowered by the results of our work. We fulfil the promise of insurance – safeguarding and protecting what matters most in people’s lives. And there is no more important job than that.Our focus on the workforce, workplace and marketplace gives us a qualified individual in an environment in which they can be productive while we maintain our position in the industry. To help drive that change toward a vibrant, modern workplace, we have employee-driven networks with commonalities in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and military status.Who We AreFor more than 35 years, Applied Systems has created innovative technology for the global insurance industry. Today, we are a rapidly growing software leader that is revolutionizing the way agencies and brokerages succeed.We are smart and curious people in a tech-first environment that champions bold and powerful thinking. We are transforming a complex industry through digitization, automation, and innovative new partnerships. Together we are driving the industry fearlessly forward.It’s an exciting time at Applied. You can do big things here, in an environment that supports creative thinking and bold ideas. Visit for more information on how you can challenge what’s possible.EEO StatementApplied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don’t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.#LI-Remote

Marketing Specialist – Content Creator – AAA Forklifts – Orlando, FL

Company: AAA Forklifts

Location: Orlando, FL

Expected salary: $16 – 25 per hour

Job date: Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:43:09 GMT

Job description: team. The Marketing Specialist – Content Creator will be responsible for developing and implementing creative marketing strategies to promote AAA Forklifts’ products and services. This includes creating engaging content for various platforms such as social media, website, and email campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a passion for marketing, excellent writing skills, and the ability to think outside the box. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable experience in the field of marketing while working flexible hours. Join us at AAA Forklifts and help us drive our business forward!

Employment Professionals Canada – Human Resource Onboarding Co-Ordinator – Port Colborne, ON

Company: Employment Professionals Canada

Location: Port Colborne, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:00:19 GMT

Job description: Job Summary:
The HR Onboarding Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the entire onboarding process for new hires within the organization. This role ensures that new employees have a smooth and welcoming transition into their roles, providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and support to succeed from day one. The HR Onboarding Coordinator collaborates closely with various departments to ensure that all onboarding activities are completed efficiently and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:Onboarding Process Management:

  • Coordinate and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for all new hires.
  • Develop and deliver onboarding schedules, ensuring that all necessary training, meetings, and orientations are arranged.
  • Ensure all new hire paperwork, including employment contracts, tax forms, and benefit enrollments, is completed accurately and promptly.

New Hire Orientation:

  • Conduct new hire orientation sessions to familiarize employees with company culture, policies, and procedures.
  • Introduce new hires to key team members and departments to help them integrate smoothly into the organization.
  • Provide an overview of company benefits, systems, and tools, offering support and guidance as needed.

Coordination with Departments:

  • Liaise with IT, facilities, and other departments to ensure that new employees have all the necessary equipment, access, and workspace ready for their first day.
  • Work closely with hiring managers to develop tailored onboarding plans that meet the specific needs of each new hire’s role.

Compliance and Documentation:

  • Ensure that all onboarding activities comply with relevant labor laws and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all onboarding activities and documentation.
  • Monitor and ensure completion of mandatory training and certifications for new hires.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Gather feedback from new hires and managers to continuously improve the onboarding process.
  • Stay up to date with best practices in onboarding and make recommendations for enhancements to the current process.

Employee Support:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during the onboarding process, addressing any questions or concerns they may have.
  • Provide ongoing support to new employees during their initial period of employment to ensure a positive and productive experience.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in an HR or administrative role, with a focus on onboarding or employee orientation preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
  • Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Environment:

  • This role primarily operates in an office environment, with some remote work flexibility depending on company policies.
  • Occasional travel may be required to support onboarding activities at other company locations.

Area Leader of Marketing – Orlando – Raising Cane’s – Orlando, FL

Company: Raising Cane’s

Location: Orlando, FL

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:42:24 GMT

Job description: The Area Leader of Marketing at Raising Cane’s is a key player in driving the success of their local restaurants. They are responsible for developing and implementing local marketing strategies to drive traffic, increase brand awareness, and ultimately drive sales. The ALM leverages their expert knowledge of the market to create targeted campaigns, coordinate events, and build relationships with local businesses and organizations. They work closely with restaurant managers to ensure alignment with brand standards and objectives, and collaborate with the corporate marketing team to execute national campaigns at the local level. The ALM is a dynamic and strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving results through creative and innovative marketing initiatives.

Employment Professionals Canada – Human Resource Onboarding Co-Ordinator – Port Colborne, ON

Company: Employment Professionals Canada

Location: Port Colborne, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 01 Feb 2025 23:19:15 GMT

Job description: Job Summary:
The HR Onboarding Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the entire onboarding process for new hires within the organization. This role ensures that new employees have a smooth and welcoming transition into their roles, providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and support to succeed from day one. The HR Onboarding Coordinator collaborates closely with various departments to ensure that all onboarding activities are completed efficiently and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:Onboarding Process Management:

  • Coordinate and manage the end-to-end onboarding process for all new hires.
  • Develop and deliver onboarding schedules, ensuring that all necessary training, meetings, and orientations are arranged.
  • Ensure all new hire paperwork, including employment contracts, tax forms, and benefit enrollments, is completed accurately and promptly.

New Hire Orientation:

  • Conduct new hire orientation sessions to familiarize employees with company culture, policies, and procedures.
  • Introduce new hires to key team members and departments to help them integrate smoothly into the organization.
  • Provide an overview of company benefits, systems, and tools, offering support and guidance as needed.

Coordination with Departments:

  • Liaise with IT, facilities, and other departments to ensure that new employees have all the necessary equipment, access, and workspace ready for their first day.
  • Work closely with hiring managers to develop tailored onboarding plans that meet the specific needs of each new hire’s role.

Compliance and Documentation:

  • Ensure that all onboarding activities comply with relevant labor laws and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all onboarding activities and documentation.
  • Monitor and ensure completion of mandatory training and certifications for new hires.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Gather feedback from new hires and managers to continuously improve the onboarding process.
  • Stay up to date with best practices in onboarding and make recommendations for enhancements to the current process.

Employee Support:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during the onboarding process, addressing any questions or concerns they may have.
  • Provide ongoing support to new employees during their initial period of employment to ensure a positive and productive experience.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in an HR or administrative role, with a focus on onboarding or employee orientation preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
  • Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Work Environment:

  • This role primarily operates in an office environment, with some remote work flexibility depending on company policies.
  • Occasional travel may be required to support onboarding activities at other company locations.

Manager, Retirement Benefit Solutions (RBS) Marketing – TELUS Health – Telus – Toronto, ON

Company: Telus

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $94000 – 142000 per year

Job date: Sun, 02 Feb 2025 05:02:48 GMT

Job description: DescriptionTELUS Health is dedicated to empowering every person to live their healthiest life. We leverage leading-edge technology to shape the future of health, making healthcare more accessible and delivering improved health experiences for everyone. Join our innovative team and make your future friendly while transforming healthcare across North America.Our team and what we’ll accomplish togetherReporting to the Director, North American marketing, as the Manager of Retirement Benefit Solutions Marketing for North America, you will lead a dynamic, high performing team to design and implement comprehensive marketing strategies for our retirement benefit solutions, including financial consulting and plan administration.You will lead your team in delivering impactful customer acquisition programs, crafting compelling campaign and content strategies, base management, and event planning/execution – all with a focus on supporting and driving the delivery of our growth strategy across both the Canadian and US markets.What you’ll do

  • Support the development of a high performing team by fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement to drive sustained business growth.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders such as product marketing, sales, and customer success to drive a clear value proposition market and aligned messaging strategy across teams.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure that marketing efforts accurately reflect the services and solutions, addressing the specific needs of customers and prospects. Ensure that all touchpoints, from marketing materials to sales presentations, deliver a consistent and compelling narrative to the market.
  • Drive customer acquisition programs by developing targeted campaigns that engage prospective customers. Focus on strategies that highlight the unique benefits of RBS solutions to key decision makers in top industries, driving high quality leads and strong ROI.
  • Develop and implement base management and retention strategies to foster ongoing relationships with existing customers and loyalty with RBS services.
  • Leverage cross-sell and upsell opportunities within the broader health solutions portfolio, working closely with sales teams to promote complementary services and increase overall customer value.
  • Plan and execute segment-specific events to engage RBS prospects and clients, including the development of event-specific collateral, presentations, and marketing materials to drive engagement and lead generation, while analyzing post-event performance to measure ROI and optimize future initiatives.
  • Provide comprehensive marketing support for the RBS business, overseeing content creation, targeted campaigns, social media, public relations (PR), and internal communications to strengthen brand presence and support business growth.
  • Manage the marketing budget and resources, ensuring efficient allocation across campaigns and initiatives while tracking performance to ensure maximum return on investment.

Long Description

  • Soutenir le développement d’une équipe hautement performante en favorisant une culture de collaboration, d’innovation et d’amélioration continue afin de stimuler une croissance soutenue de l’entreprise.
  • Collaborer avec les principales parties prenantes telles que le marketing de produits, les ventes et la réussite client pour créer une proposition de valeur claire sur le marché et une stratégie de message alignée entre les équipes.
  • Favoriser la collaboration interfonctionnelle pour vous assurer que les efforts de marketing reflètent fidèlement les services et les solutions et répondent aux besoins spécifiques des clients et des clients potentiels. S’assurer que tous les points de contact, des supports marketing aux présentations de vente, offrent un récit cohérent et convaincant au marché.
  • Piloter les programmes d’acquisition de clients en développant des campagnes ciblées qui engagent les clients potentiels. Se concentrer sur des stratégies qui mettent en évidence les avantages uniques des solutions pour les décideurs clés dans les principaux secteurs d’activité.
  • Élaborer et implanter des stratégies de gestion et de rétention de la clientèle afin de favoriser des relations continues avec les clients actuels et de les fidéliser grâce aux services.
  • Tirer parti des opportunités de vente croisée et de ventes incitatives au sein du portefeuille de solutions de santé, en travaillant en étroite collaboration avec les équipes de vente pour promouvoir les services complémentaires et augmenter la valeur globale pour les clients.
  • Planifier et mettre en œuvre des événements propres à chaque segment pour susciter l’intérêt des clients potentiels et des clients de Solutions d’avantages sociaux et de retraite, y compris la création de documentation de vente, de présentations et de documents de marketing propres à chaque événement afin de stimuler la mobilisation et la sollicitation de clients potentiels, tout en analysant les performance après l’événement afin de mesurer les RSI et d’optimiser les initiatives futures.
  • Fournir un soutien marketing complet pour les activités de SRAS, en supervisant la création de contenu, les campagnes ciblées, les médias sociaux, les relations publiques et les communications internes afin de renforcer la présence de la marque et de soutenir la croissance de l’entreprise.
  • Gérer le budget et les ressources marketing, en assurant une allocation efficace entre les campagnes et les initiatives tout en suivant les performances pour assurer un retour sur investissement maximal.

QualificationsWhat you bring

  • Degree in marketing or equivalent experience
  • 7+ Years of experience in business-to-business (B2B) marketing leadership
  • Strong leadership abilities with a track record of building and motivating high performing teams
  • Strong business acumen with experience in go to market, business analysis, campaign management, strategic planning, program management
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive marketing decisions and demonstrate return on investment (ROI)
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
  • Agile mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to market changes and emerging opportunities
  • Strong experience / understanding of the benefits, health, plan administration or similar industries with the ability to market complex products
  • Experience or knowledge of U.S. and Canadian benefits, healthcare, and plan administration is considered an asset
  • Comfortable with autonomy and able to manage multiple stakeholders and projects with extreme attention to detail and organization skills

What we give back to you

  • Opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of TELUS Health across North America
  • Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities

Salary Range: $94,000-$142,000Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 20%Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance, experience and location. Additionally, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more …

Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting may be subject to change in 2025.A bit about usWe’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.TELUS Health is an IT leader in Canada that focuses on the health sector. Our mission is to improve the way information is being used along the continuum of care to better the health of citizens in Canada and in selected countries.Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, as a condition of employment, all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery, are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.The health and safety of our team, customers and communities is paramount to TELUS. Accordingly, we require anyone joining our TELUS Health Care Centres to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.HealthWe’re looking for clinicians, programmers, product developers, sales and marketing people, customer support, and everyone in between. If you have a penchant for turning information into better health outcomes, then we want you to help us develop, implement and manage the most innovative healthcare solutions possible.We are honoured to be recognized21,166
Physicians using TELUS Health electronic medical records6,300
Pharmacies using our pharmacy solutions140 million+
Health claims processed using TELUS Health solutionsAccessibilityTELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

TELUS Health is focused on improving healthcare accessibility and experiences for everyone by leveraging technology. The Manager of Retirement Benefit Solutions Marketing will lead a team to develop marketing strategies for retirement benefit solutions in North America. They will collaborate with key stakeholders, drive customer acquisition programs, manage base management and retention strategies, and plan events. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, business acumen, and experience in B2B marketing. TELUS offers competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Joining TELUS Health means making a significant impact on healthcare across North America.

Entry Level Retail Marketing Assistant – Eli and Co – Orlando, FL

Company: Eli and Co

Location: Orlando, FL

Expected salary: $1200 – 1600 per week

Job date: Sat, 01 Feb 2025 23:26:54 GMT

Job description: The Entry-Level Retail Marketing Assistant role in Orlando, FL offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to kickstart their career in the fast-paced world of retail marketing. As part of our team, you will have the chance to unleash your creativity and innovative ideas to help drive our marketing efforts and engage with our target audience. If you are a passionate and driven individual with a keen eye for detail and a strong desire to learn and grow in the field of marketing, then we want to hear from you! Join us and be a part of a dynamic team where your skills and ideas will be valued and rewarded.

Liberty Mutual Canada – Reinsurance Accountant – Toronto, ON

Company: Liberty Mutual Canada

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:14:56 GMT

Job description: Division: Liberty Mutual CanadaLocation: TorontoReports To: Manager, Internal ReinsuranceCompany Overview:Liberty Mutual Canada is the Canadian operation of Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. We offer a broad suite of commercial insurance products and solutions to mid-size and large Canadian companies with Canadian, North American and/or multinational risks. Liberty Mutual Canada has over 250 employees and services its clients coast-to-coast from our regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal, and Halifax.At Liberty Mutual Canada, diversity is about all of us. Our promise to you is a culture that is collaborative, rewarding and empowering. We are committed to attracting and retaining employees across all dimensions of diversity and believe that recognizing, appreciating, and applying the unique insights, perspectives and backgrounds of each person cultivates an atmosphere of trust and respect. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is how we do business, and we’ll continue to invest in it to create a stronger global organization.If you are unsure whether or not your experience matches every requirement below, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied and diverse perspectives and experiences that we can add to our team!Our core values guide all of our decision-making and come to life through our benefits and employee programs. We offer:– A premier flexible work environment (a combination of on-site & remote work) supporting our employees in their pursuit of a healthy work-life balance– Competitive health & dental benefits plan– Market-leading pension plan– Competitive time off policy– External education & tuition reimbursement programs– Employee & Family Assistance Programs– An opportunity to get involved and become a member of one of our national employee committees – social responsibility, employee engagement, diversity, equity & inclusionPosition Summary:Liberty is seeking a detail-oriented Reinsurance Accountant to join our Global Reinsurance team located in our Toronto office. The Reinsurance Accountant will be responsible for assisting with monthly reporting, partnering with brokers through billing and collection and ad hoc projects as assigned. Successful candidates for this role will also perform monthly general ledger accounting and month end processing. As a Reinsurance Accountant, you will review and settle monthly and quarterly reinsurance agreements (of moderate to high complexity) based upon the reinsurance contracts. You will also prepare and assist with monthly/quarterly Corporate reporting requirements. If you want to learn, grow and contribute in a fast paced environment, please read further!Duties and Responsibilities:

  • General ledger accounting & month end processing
  • Perform internal & external reporting of financial statements & maintain/modify the reporting templates as required
  • Compile and analyze data for the Actuarial team, for quarterly deliverables
  • Account reconciliations
  • Responsible for the management and reporting of our LOCs and collateral
  • Assist with internal and external audits
  • Review reinsurance data set and prepare premium bordereaux, loss bordereaux, summary cession statement & proofs of loss
  • Prepare reconciliation of statements and accounts to system sub ledger accounts to ensure accuracy
  • Assist with planning and forecasting
  • Ad hoc projects and requests as required
  • Assist in updating and reconciling reinsurance database on a monthly basis
  • Perform other analysis & accounting related projects as assigned
  • Liaise with regional finance groups and Liberty Mutual Home Office Reinsurance in reinsurance matters
  • Provides support for Statutory reporting
  • Prepare Federal Excise Tax reporting and other Corporate deliverables
  • Assist with and/or provide input on process and reporting enhancement initiatives

Skills & Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 2 years of finance or accounting – ideally in insurance in the P&C area with exposure to reinsurance concepts.
  • Professional accounting designation (CPA) preferred or equivalent work experience.
  • Broad knowledge of reinsurance concepts, products and processes an asset.
  • Ability to work with large volumes of data to derive business solutions
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Experience working with automated accounting and reporting systems
  • Ability to identify and solve problems based on analysis
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and oral)

Liberty Mutual Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we operate in and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process due to a disability (which may be invisible or visible, temporary or permanent), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

VP, Global Marketing – JLIConsulting – Toronto, ON

Company: JLIConsulting

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 01 Feb 2025 23:22:24 GMT

Job description: Company DescriptionIndustry: Consumer Electronics/E-CommerceLocation: Greater Toronto Area, ONFull time, hybridJob Description – VP, Global MarketingA Canadian success story who builds cross-platform (web, app and eReader) digital reading experiences on the international stage for both B2C and B2B audiences. We are a bookseller direct to consumers in over 100 countries and a partner to the world’s best bookstores. We devices through localized marketing efforts direct through our portal and through CE retail, online marketplaces, and co-brand profit-share partnerships. We have a growing subscriptions business, we partner with the leading publishing houses to promote their books/authors, we produce and distribute original content and we’re also a self-publishing platform, enabling authors to reach more audiences. We are one of the few CE/media/ecommerce brands that hasn’t just survived but is thriving and enjoying continued growth in so many countries around the world.If you’re looking for a company that inspires passion, personal, and professional growth – join our team and come help us on our mission of making reading lives better.Job DescriptionThe Role:Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, the Vice President, Global Marketing leads the development and execution of brand and communications strategies to promote our vision, engage deeply with our customers, reach new audiences, and drive business growth. This requires a balance of strategic vision and operational excellence, with a passion for customers who put reading at the centre of their lives.The VP, Global Marketing will support our global mission to make reading lives better. They are responsible for building a relevant and competitive brand platform, creative system, and compelling communications programs that connect and resonate with new audiences, customers, partners and authors in a cohesive way across all business units.An inspirational leader and collaborator, the VP will model a learning-hungry culture, understanding customer needs and crafting solutions to grow brand awareness, familiarity, consideration, reputation and NPS. They will know how to evaluate an international challenger brand and create competitive product positioning, plan integrated marketing campaigns, and engage audiences through product lifecycle communications to support customer acquisition, retention and sales objectives.They will mentor and develop talented professionals in PR, Social, Content Marketing, Creative Services, Product Marketing and Integrated Marketing Strategy and identify opportunities to build a best in class, centre of excellence for brand marketing and communications, ensuring quality and efficiency across the resourcing mix of full time/freelance/agency partner teams.The Responsibilities:Team

  • Set the optimal team and external resource support structure and way of working to deliver on the brand and business targets
  • Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring team members have clear roles, goals and development paths.

Operations

  • Manage a global budget to deliver on territory-specific targets
  • Optimize resource allocation and production investments to maximize ROI
  • Manage the 360-marketing campaigns calendar, ensuring integrated plans have the right balance of investment relative to the brand and revenue growth objectives

Brand Building

  • Increase brand awareness and consideration
  • Complete the new brand guidelines, imagery, photography style and writing guides; train stakeholders to adopt and implement across channels, including but not limited to eReader packaging, ads, retail displays, emails, and gift card designs
  • Develop a clear messaging hierarchy that aligns product/service benefits with core motivations of booklovers through the customer journey: from curiosity to conversion
  • Use customer research and channel specific insights to create content that has measured impact on consumer intent and customer engagement

Product Marketing & Campaign planning

  • Work closely with product, sales and marketing channel leads (B2B/B2C) to develop relevant and competitive positioning, integrated campaign planning and creative support throughout the product/customer lifecycle
  • In partnership with regional leads, develop brand marketing strategies that resonate with local audiences but also connect to the global brand promise with creative consistency.

Communications

  • Oversee media outreach, product PR and thought-leadership initiatives with agency partners around the world
  • Create a cadence of storytelling that elevates employer brand, CEO and executive profile, product/services to enhance visibility, reputation and brand affinity
  • Refine and grow influencer marketing programs
  • Increase audience reach, follower bases and engagement in social

QualificationsThe Skillset:

  • 15+ years of experience in senior brand and/or marketing communications roles, preferably within ecommerce, consumer electronics and/or media/content industries
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills
  • A proven track record in building and establishing brands, setting strategy, and turning customer insights into compelling creative and campaigns
  • Appetite and aptitude to work at pace and scale in a fast-evolving environment
  • Ability to attract talent, build and motivate teams, and cultivate effective relationships with agency partners
  • Ability to balance vision and passion with streamlined processes, execution and budget management
  • A skilled collaborator that can convey complex ideas and plans clearly and persuasively
  • Expertise in using analytics, KPIs, and market research to drive priorities and inform decisions
  • Bachelor’s Degree and/or relevant Post-graduate Diploma
  • Both B2C and B2B experience ideal
  • International experience an asset

Additional InformationKey Success Factors:

  • Experience integrating 360 marketing and communications plans with experience depth in one or more functional practice area
  • Ability to influence, lead change and partner across teams
  • What-if type thinking and entrepreneurial spirit – could we do this differently/better; balance proven strategies while continuously testing new methods
  • Financially savvy; understands how to business case effort vs outcome aimed at material returns for the brand long term and the business short term
  • Puts customer insights into action, operating with a global mindset while delivering on local market needs
  • Ability to lead and author the work, rather than relying solely on agencies; is also savvy at agency relationship management

The company is a successful Canadian firm in the consumer electronics and e-commerce industry, specializing in digital reading experiences for both B2C and B2B audiences. They operate in over 100 countries and partner with leading bookstores and publishing houses. They are currently seeking a VP of Global Marketing to lead brand and communications strategies, engage with customers, and drive business growth. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience in senior brand/marketing roles, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in building and establishing brands. They must also have the ability to work at a fast pace, attract talent, and balance vision with execution. The VP will be responsible for team management, operations, brand building, product marketing, campaign planning, and communications. Key success factors include integrating marketing and communication plans, influencing and leading change, and putting customer insights into action.

National Research Council Canada – Industrial Technology Advisor – Ontario

Company: National Research Council Canada

Location: Ontario

Expected salary: $140321 – 164894 per year

Job date: Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:16:25 GMT

Job description: Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

  • The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.City: St. ThomasOrganizational Unit: Industrial Research Assistance ProgramClassification: RCOTenure: ContinuingLanguage Requirements: EnglishWork Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.At NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.The RoleWe are looking for a senior-career Industrial Technology Advisor (ITA) to support the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP). The ITA would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.Regarded worldwide as one of the best programs of its kind, IRAP is Canada’s premier innovation assistance program for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).We are looking for a seasoned industry professional who is absolutely enthusiastic about helping innovative Canadian companies grow and prosper. We need people who see the potential in a business and are driven to nurture it to the next level. We are increasing our staff across the country and our clients need engaged professionals to provide innovative advisory services to help them grow. We are focused on results and we aren’t afraid of risk all in an effort to add positive impact to the Canadian economy.Why Work With Us?ITAs are self-directed and work in teams with company leaders helping their firms grow through the commercialization of innovation. They find the work very rewarding with a wide range of , professional development and learn from clients and colleagues every day in a well-balanced work-life environment.ITAs serve as trusted advisors and mentors to these SMEs, helping them navigate technical or business hurdles, providing important linkages and identifying new opportunities and thereby playing a part in their evolution, growth and success. This is what truly sets NRC IRAP apart – it is part of what we call the ITA advantage. It’s a winning model we have been using to accelerate business growth and thereby creating wealth for Canadians.In addition, we offer:

  • Flexibility: work/life balance.
  • A collaborative environment: at NRC IRAP, your ideas are listened to, respected and important.
  • A rewarding career: we offer the opportunity to provide value to Canadian companies and have a positive impact on the Canadian economy at large.

Screening CriteriaApplicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:EducationPost-secondary degree in Science or Engineering in a discipline related to the position from a recognized university.A combination of a post-secondary degree in another field with significant work experience relevant to the position will be considered.Preference may be given to candidates with a complementary degree or diploma in business, management, administration, finance or marketing.For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please seeExperience

  • Recent and extensive industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager in one or more of the following technological domains:
  • Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)
  • Greenhouse and lighted indoor crop production
  • BioSystems Engineering
  • Food production, processing, and harvesting automation
  • Specialty Horticultural field crop production, including vegetables, tree and small fruits, wine grapes
  • Cannabis expertise
  • Precision Agriculture, remote sensing
  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Recent and extensive private sector experience in developing and commercializing innovative products or services, with demonstrable outcomes.
  • Experience in international business development and/or intellectual property management would be considered an asset.
  • Recent and extensive industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager in an SMEs would be considered an asset.

*Recent is defined as within the last 3 years.Condition of Employment

  • Reliability Status
  • Must be able to travel locally, nationally and/or internationally.
  • A valid driver’s license and access to the use of a vehicle are required.

Language RequirementsEnglishAssessment CriteriaCandidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:Technical Competencies

  • Basic knowledge of NRC-IRAP’s mandate, mission and business model.
  • Solid knowledge of SME business management, marketing of technology and productivity increase.
  • Solid knowledge of developing, adopting and adapting technologies.
  • Solid knowledge of project management.
  • Advanced knowledge of technology, innovation and commercialization issues and trends within the sector/or region relating to the position.

Behavioural Competencies

  • Management services – Communication (Level 3)
  • Management services – Initiative (Level 3)
  • Management services – Networking (Level 3)
  • Technology extension – Client focus (Level 3)
  • Technology extension – Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
  • Technology extension – Results orientation (Level 3)
  • Technology extension – Teamwork (Level 2)

Competency ProfilesFor this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profiles ;CompensationThe intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-4 level, which is a senior-career level position with a salary range of $140,321 to $164,894. As a guide, our Industrial Technology Advisors are often placed between the increments of $140,321 to $154,102 on that salary range.NOTE: Please note that the full has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.Discover the possibleAnything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.Notes

  • Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC’s directives.
  • A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
  • Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
  • The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
  • We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (23493) to:E-mail:Telephone: 343-575-9808Closing Date: 27 March 2025 – 23:59 Eastern TimeFor more information on career tools and other resources, check out*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.