Marissa White
About Marissa White
Marissa White is the Manager of Social Purpose & Employer Brand Marketing Communications at TELUS in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. She has extensive experience in employer branding, talent acquisition, and marketing communications.
Current Role at TELUS
Marissa White currently serves as the Manager of Social Purpose & Employer Brand Marketing Communications and Manager of Employer Brand & Recruitment Marketing at TELUS. Working in Vancouver, British Columbia, in a hybrid setup, she develops strategies to communicate TELUS's employer value proposition. Her role is pivotal in enhancing the company's ability to attract a diverse and world-class talent pool, making her a significant asset to the organization.
Previous Experience at PwC Canada
Before joining TELUS, Marissa White worked at PwC Canada, where she held roles in talent and employer brand management. She served as Manager, Talent & Employer Brand, for 8 months in Vancouver and as Senior Specialist, Talent & Employer Brand, for 6 months in Toronto. During her tenure, she partnered with recruiters, recruitment operations, and sourcing teams to bolster the company's talent acquisition efforts.
Experience at Thomson Reuters
Marissa White has also contributed significantly to the employer branding efforts at Thomson Reuters. She held positions as Senior Specialist, Employer Brand, for 9 months and Specialist, Employer Brand, for 1 year in Toronto. Additionally, she started her journey at Thomson Reuters as an Intern, Employer Brand, gaining valuable experience in creating employer branding strategies.
Educational Background
Marissa White's educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Professional Communication from The Creative School at Toronto Metropolitan University. She also holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Health Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Conestoga College. These diverse educational qualifications underpin her expertise in communications, health administration, and human resources.
Industry Skills and Adaptability
Throughout her career, Marissa White has developed a unique skill set that intersects recruiting, communications, and marketing. She has demonstrated her ability to adapt to both hybrid and remote work environments effectively. Her strong background in talent acquisition and comprehensive understanding of employer branding make her a full-stack marketer in the field of employer branding. Her efforts are crucial in managing TELUS's employer brand, a key factor for 75% of candidates considering a company before applying.