Senior Associate, Communications

Sagard overview: 

Sagard Holdings (“Sagard”) is a multi-strategy alternative asset manager with professionals located in Canada (Montreal, Toronto), the US, Europe and Asia. Since 2016, Sagard has grown exponentially. Assets under management have expanded from US$500M to more than US$25B and Sagard’s team of diverse professionals has grown from 50 to more than 400 team members in just five years. 

Sagard invests across four asset classes: private equity, credit, real estate, and venture capital. Sagard was founded by Power Corporation of Canada as a complement to its global investment holdings and serves as one of its key strategic priorities with strong, long-term growth objectives. 

Sagard’s entrepreneurial DNA is palpable across our entire team and is a platform built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Sagard looks to generate attractive returns by matching investment opportunities with flexible capital solutions and pairing entrepreneurs with teams that have deep industry knowledge. Sagard develops long-term partnerships and empowers the growth of its investments through a unique global network of portfolio companies, limited partners, advisors, and other valued relationships. 

Sagard is a UN PRI signatory and strives to measure and assess the social and economic impact it has on the people and businesses within our network, as well as on our society as a whole. 

More at https://www.sagard.com/ 

Position Overview: 

Sagard is seeking a dynamic and experienced Communication Senior Associate to join our Communications team. This individual will play a crucial role in managing brand integrations, particularly in the context of M&A activities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of brand management, marketing, and communications channels, and project management skills and experience working in the financial sector. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Brand Integrations:

○ Lead the development and execution of brand integration strategies for M&A transactions 

○ Ensure seamless alignment of acquired brands with Sagard's overall brand identity and messaging 

○ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement brand integration plans effectively 

○ Maintain and update the brand architecture and facilitate firmwide alignment and compliance 

• Marketing & Communications: 

○ Develop and implement 360-degree marketing and communications plans to support business objectives 

○ Manage communication and marketing projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget 

○ Leverage various communication channels to reach target audiences and enhance brand awareness 

○ Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to execute communication strategies 

• Support: 

○ Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization 

○ Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in marketing, communications, and brand management 

Experience and Qualifications: 

• Experience: 

○ 5+ years of experience in a communications or marketing role, preferably within the asset management or alternative asset industry 

○ Proven track record in managing brand integrations and M&A communications ○ Strong understanding of marketing and communications channels, including digital, social media, and traditional media 

○ Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously 

• Skills & Attributes: 

○ Entrepreneurial spirit, with a proactive and results-oriented approach ○ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels 

○ Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence 

○ Fully bilingual (English and French) 

○ Rigorous attention to detail and analytical mindset 

○ Collaborative team player with a passion for innovation 

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing organization 
• Exposure to a wide range of investment strategies and asset classes
• Collaborative and supportive team environment 

Sagard is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.