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Public Relations, Lead (18-month fixed-term contract)

Interac Corp.13 days ago
Hybrid
Toronto, ON
CA$120,000 - CA$135,000/annual
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Generous vacation time
Employer-paid health and dental benefits
Flexible hybrid work model

About the role

Who We Are:

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives.

Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments.

As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Who You Will Work With:

The contract role reports to the Leader of Corporate Communications. You will play a central role in shaping how Interac shows up publicly – through corporate reputation, issues management, proactive earned media and product communications. This is a high-visibility role with real ownership, meaningful scope and direct proximity to senior leadership.

What You Will Do:

Corporate Reputation & Issues Leadership

  • Lead proactive and reactive media strategy in a high‑scrutiny, high-stakes environment. Direct rapid response communications for emerging issues, ensuring speed, consistency and disciplined engagement across all channels and audiences.

Proactive Earned Media Programs

  • Plan and execute national earned media programs that reinforce trust, relevance and Canadian leadership. Own end-to-end narrative development, media pitching, partner coordination and performance tracking.

Product & Platform Communications

  • Provide strategic communications support across Interac’s product portfolio, with a focus on FY26 growth and modernization priorities. Deliver PR strategy and go-to-market communications support for Interac Debit, Interac e‑Transfer and Interac Verified, including partner and platform launches.

Strategic Counsel & Cross‑Functional Leadership

Act as a trusted communications advisor to product, marketing, government relations and executive teams. Translate complex fast-moving initiatives into clear external narratives, ensuring alignment across earned media, executive platforms, and stakeholder communications.

What You Bring:

  • Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity.
  • A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, business, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or corporate affairs – with a track record of navigating complexity and ambiguity at pace.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute communication strategies that work across diverse stakeholders and shifting priorities.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with external partners and internal teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex ideas into clear, compelling messages for any audience. Comfort operating in a role where not every task will be scoped in advance – and genuine interest in the breadth that comes with that.

What We’re Offering:

The hiring range for this position is $120,000 to $135,000 . The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge. Beyond compensation, our Total Rewards package is designed to support your well-being and future, and includes:

  • Generous vacation to help you recharge

  • Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage

  • Flexible hybrid work model

  • Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program

Why Join Us?

At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
  • Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible.
  • Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
  • Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
  • Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:

To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at humanresources@interac.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.’s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.

About Interac Corp.

Financial Services
501-1000

Interac Corp. empowers Canadians to access, spend and send funds whenever and from wherever they choose. With nearly 300 financial institutions connected to our network, we enable payment and ID experiences that support Canadians’ accelerated use of safe and digital payments while prioritizing interoperability, security, privacy, and inclusivity. We are proud to be one of Canada’s leading and most trusted financial brands, with Canadians choosing Interac products an average of 18 million times a day to pay and exchange money. Interac champions workplace culture and corporate citizenship based on the principles of responsibility, diversity and inclusion.

Interac Corp. permet aux Canadiens d’accéder à des fonds, de les dépenser et de les envoyer où et quand ils le souhaitent. Avec près de 300 institutions financières connectées à notre réseau, nous facilitons les expériences de paiement et d’identification qui soutiennent l’utilisation accélérée par les Canadiens des paiements sécuritaires et numériques tout en priorisant l’interopérabilité, la sécurité, la confidentialité et l’inclusivité. Nous sommes fiers d’être l’une des marques financières les plus importantes et les plus fiables au Canada. En effet, les Canadiens choisissent les produits Interac en moyenne 18 millions de fois par jour pour payer et échanger de l’argent. Interac se fait le champion d’une culture organisationnelle et d’une citoyenneté d’entreprise fondées sur les principes de responsabilité, de diversité et d’inclusion.

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