Executive Communications Lead

Expected Salary Range: $100943 - $126179 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay: 10%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected  compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

The Executive Communications Lead is responsible for producing strategic, persuasive and engaging communications that articulate the voice, vision, and leadership of Toronto Hydro. From executive speeches to thought‑leadership articles, board‑level communications, and social media content, you will craft influential and high-impact messaging that strengthens our visibility, reputation and branding across the organization and throughout the city. In this role, you help shape the tone and voice behind Toronto Hydro’s messaging, ensuring it consistently reflects our values and identity. With a refined, creative writing style, strong political and communications acumen, the Executive Communications Lead shapes narratives that resonate, inspire, capture audience attention, and drive meaningful engagement.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborates with the executive leadership team to shape and deliver persuasive communications across multiple channels, including speeches, thought leadership content and key messages tailored for diverse audiences


• Elevates Toronto Hydro’s visibility through strategic storytelling that communicates business priorities and industry insights


• Craft engaging narratives that emphasize corporate strategies, initiatives, and values through clear, creative, and audience-focused writing


• Applies strong editorial judgment to maintain high standards of grammar, clarity, and tone across all written materials


• Ensure all communications are consistent with Toronto Hydro’s brand voice and style guidelines, while reflecting organizational values and demonstrating sensitivity to customer needs


• Contributes to issues and crisis communications planning and response when required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or a related field


• Ten (10) or more years of experience in corporate communications, including at least five (5) years working directly with senior leaders on strategic communications


• Strong political acumen 


• Demonstrated experience writing and editing content for senior leaders or executives


• Demonstrated experience preparing speeches, key messages, and content for diverse audiences and channels


• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment


• Experience or familiarity with the utilities industry is an asset


• Post graduate education in Communications, Public Affairs or related discipline preferred


• Strong familiarity with traditional and digital storytelling channels, including speechwriting, social media, podcasts and internal communications platforms


• Highly developed copyediting and writing skills, with strong attention to detail


• Familiarity with Canadian Press style


• Ability to gather insights and translate complex, technical information into clear, compelling stories that resonate with the audience


• Strong relationship management skills to work collaboratively with leaders, internal and external stakeholders 


• Strong issues management skills


• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills

Portfolio Preferred: Candidates are encouraged to include a link to their portfolio in their resume or cover letter to showcase their writing samples. 

TOTAL REWARDS

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:

• 100% employer paid Health & Dental benefits


• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare


• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability


• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)


• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)


• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS


• Career development and tuition reimbursement


• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency. 

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email [email protected] or call (416) 542-8000. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.