Proofreader

Job summary

Review and format client press releases for accuracy and consistency while meeting strict deadlines. Act as a primary point of contact for clients to provide administrative and consultative support regarding distribution services.

Job details

Management Level H Notified, Your Story Begins Here We are Notified, the only technology partner dedicated to both investor relations and public relations professionals. We help our clients control and amplify the corporate narrative. Our fully integrated PR and IR platforms streamline every step from press release distribution, media targeting, and analytics to IR websites, earnings and investor events, and regulatory filings. Powered by GlobeNewswire, one of the largest and most trusted newswire distribution networks for over 30 years, we empower communicators to inform a better world. Notified is an affiliate of Equiniti Group Limited (EQ), a fintech that connects the future of capital, communications, and governance — building trust and confidence in every market we serve. Summary As a Proofreader on the global Editorial team, you will play a key role in helping drive clients’ PR distribution services. You will review and format clients’ press releases under pressing deadlines and distribute them via their global network to journalists, terminals and websites. This position involves high concentration in editing and customer service. While this position does not offer original writing skills, there are opportunities to specialize in areas around newswire distribution and provide consultation to our clients. GlobeNewswire clients range from C-Suite executives to PR professionals, across multiple industries. We service both Public Relations and Investor Relations companies. Location This role will be based in Toronto and offers flexibility to work remotely. Shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm Eastern Time Zone Compensation $25.00 CAD per hour What Part You Will Play in Our Growth Review clients’ press releases for grammatical errors, spelling errors, and inconsistencies. Does not involve fact-checking. Format press releases to match the client’s original version as closely as possible. Support clients with a range of requests and enquiries via phone and email. Assist with our clients’ regulatory needs, such as SEDAR and EDGAR filing. Assist with our clients’ account maintenance, such as managing email lists, adding new users and accounts, and managing multimedia libraries. Embraces collaborating with teammates and across departments. Knowledge of other Notified products. Act as our clients’ primary contact, supporting our clients’ administrative and consultative needs in addition to press release service requests. Ability to work occasional overtime during high volume periods. Required to work occasional weekend on call shifts, holidays and occasional remote monitoring shifts outside your typical schedule each year. Required Knowledge and Skills Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field required. Equivalent work experience in a similar position may be substituted for education requirements. Experience 1-2 years of professional experience required (previous newswire experience a plus). Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment required. Other Projects self-confidence, enthusiasm, and a positive, can-do attitude. Excellent multi-tasking skills. The ability to maintain focus in stressful situations. Exceptional time-management skills, ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines. Why You Will Love Working Here EQ is recognized as a Top Employer in US, UK and India! Together we offer more than a job, we offer a place to grow. Through hands-on experience, real-world projects, and access to industry-leading tools, you’ll have what you need to build a meaningful career. You’ll join a diverse, global team united by innovation, collaboration, and a shared passion for what we do. With flexible work options, competitive pay, wellness benefits, and a people-first culture, we support your success - both at work and beyond. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. Come and join us — let’s grow together. #LI-SB1 #LI-REMOTE Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks.

What you’ll do

Review and format client press releases for accuracy and consistency while meeting strict deadlines. Act as a primary point of contact for clients to provide administrative and consultative support regarding distribution services.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience. Candidates must have 1-2 years of professional experience and strong customer service skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Wellness benefits

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Multi-Tasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Proofreading
• Editing
• Customer service
• Time management
• Multi-tasking
• Attention to detail
• Communication
• Press release distribution
• Account maintenance
• Regulatory filing
• SEDAR
• EDGAR
• Medical History Documentation
• Building Trust
• Financial Technology (FinTech)
• Mental Concentration
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Fact Checking
• Management
• Customer Service
• Public Relations
• English Language
• Governance
• Linguistic Prescription
• Marketing
• Innovation
• Investor Relations
• Journalism
• Multitasking
• Press Releases
• Remote Monitoring
• System For Electronic Document Analysis And Retrieval
• Time Management
• Writing
• Regulatory Filings
• Filing
• Prioritization
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Creative & Media
• Customer Service & Support
• Marketing
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting
• Proofreader
• Administrative Clerk / Coordinator
• General Office Clerks
• Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

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