The Ask:
We are looking to find a Vice President in Toronto (or elsewhere in Canada) to spearhead business development and drive the growth of our Toronto office. The ideal candidate has superior client service record, an impressive professional network, and proven track record with new business development.
Who are we looking for? They/Them, She/Her, He/Him:
- Is experienced in strategic planning and running medium to large-scale projects for a wide range of industries through corporate comms, public affairs, digital customer engagement, and crisis management, with a strong emphasis on leveraging these skills for new business development and market expansion.
- Is a quick and life-long learner and a credible expert who adheres to best practices in PR/communications and is also innovative in identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities. This individual thrives on crafting unique solutions that drive business growth and transcend traditional methods!
- Is a natural leader with a network of industry contacts and a get-it-done attitude
- Is intensely growth-oriented, excited about the prospect of progressing with the firm, and deeply invested in driving its expansion.
- Demonstrates creativity and the ability to seize opportunities and generate results, delivering maximum value to our clients in accordance with our value-based model
Requirements
- A minimum of eight (8) years of communications experience, including more than three (3) years in a public relations firm and more than three (3) years in a management role
- Experience in managing large and medium-scale corporate communication and communication/marketing projects
- Experience serving a variety of industries, regionally and nationally managing internal and external teams
- Proven track record with new business development, including demonstrated results in client portfolio growth and revenue increase in previous organizations
- Excellent writing skills
- Diploma or degree in public relations/communications from a recognized College or University or equivalent experience
Expertise
The Vice President participates in the planning and execution of various projects, through the following activities:
- Strategic planning and ongoing client counsel
- Superior writing skills, with an emphasis on strategic plans
- Management of internal and external teams
- Participation in integrated communications campaigns including various corporate and marketing communication disciplines
- Development and execution of processes in the management of issues or crises
- Prospecting and development of new clients; participation in calls for tenders and drafting of RFP responses
Our Values
- Commitment
- Passion to learn, grow and transform ourselves
- Ownership
- Quest for excellence and positive impact
- Respect
Compensation
- 180K + possibility of a bonus up to 50% of salary, based on achieving revenue targets for the Toronto office
Benefits
- Five (5) weeks of paid vacation per year
- A flexible schedule that adapts to your reality
- A comprehensive group insurance plan from the moment of hiring
- Access to telemedicine services and an employee assistance program
- Three (3) sick leave days
- A special summer schedule: Friday afternoons off
- Reimbursements for travel and cell phone expenses
- The possibility to work from anywhere in the world for six (6) weeks a year
- An internal coaching program
- Challenges that match your ambitions
- Excellent advancement opportunities
- Frequent team activities, cocktails, mindfulness program, an annual retreat, and more!
- Financial support for employee causes
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
About CASACOM
Founded in Montreal in 2001, with a Toronto office since 2011, CASACOM is an independent, Canada-wide firm specializing in business strategy, public relations, and integrated communications. With its 360-degree approach and proven, measurable results, CASACOM helps its national and international clients build and strengthen relationships with their target audiences to increase their impact. Certified B Corp™ and renowned for its numerous awards of excellence and major programs, CASACOM is inhabited by committed professionals who are results-oriented and relevant in their advice and are motivated first and foremost by the difference they make every day for their clients. CASACOM also has more than 85 partners worldwide through the Worldcom PR Group, the largest international network of independent public relations firms. For more information, visit www.casacom.ca.
Currently committed to a hybrid working model, our offices in Montreal and Toronto are staffed by committed professionals who aim higher, for our clients and themselves.
Contact: Senior VP and Partner Jean-Michel NAHAS, [email protected]