We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Communications Specialist to join our team for a 12-month contract opportunity. This role offers strong possibilities for extension and conversion based on performance and business needs.

The position follows a hybrid work schedule requiring four days onsite at our office in downtown Toronto and one day working from home.

As a Communications Specialist, you will be a key contributor to our digital marketing and corporate affairs efforts. In this role, you will oversee the creation and publication of high-quality content that aligns with strategic corporate objectives. You will be a versatile digital storyteller, acting as a veteran publisher who understands how to tell compelling stories across various channels to engage audiences on multiple online platforms. You will blend strategic insight with data-driven recommendations, elevating content excellence and advising partners on how to develop impactful narratives.

Responsibilities Content Production and Editing: Produce, package, and edit written and multimedia content—including executive bylines, short and long-form videos, and colleague profiles—to be featured on social channels and third-party platforms to influence stakeholders and drive engagement. Strategy and Collaboration: Work closely with a team of communicators to develop content strategies, manage timelines, and produce engaging branded editorial content that is both assigned to and pitched by you. Audience and Trend Integration: Identify opportunities to incorporate current affairs into content that resonates with both internal employees and external audiences. Content Excellence Champion: Play a key role in evolving organizational storytelling, advising colleagues and partners on how to develop more compelling content, and assisting with new communications initiatives. Data-Driven Approach: Leverage data, analytics, and digital publishing insights to make recommendations to improve the overall editorial approach, packaging these insights for partners to evolve content strategy. Project Management: Ideate, pitch, and project-manage content through multiple layers of approval for publication under tight deadlines.

Requirements Must-Have Skills and Qualifications Experience: 5–7 years of experience in digital content creation, storytelling, and communications. Storytelling Excellence: Proven track record of exceptional storytelling across various media platforms, with the ability to research statistics and distill complex concepts into digestible copy. Editing and Copywriting: Exceptional editing and copywriting skills, maintaining a critical eye for detail and the ability to tell a singular narrative through multiple pieces of content. Digital and Technical Savviness: Strong understanding of data, analytics, digital publishing, social media platforms, and how to amplify content across multiple mediums. Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills across diverse audiences, a fast learning agility, and a strong ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications Previous experience in corporate communications, journalism, or professional content creation. Experience within the banking or financial services industry. Familiarity with applying SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) to content creation. Experience with data analytics tools such as Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics. Familiarity with video production, audio editing, graphic design, or producing content for podcast channels.

Ready to make an impact? If you are a creative, self-motivated digital storytelling expert looking to join a dynamic and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply today! Submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and how you can contribute to our content success.

(Please note: A portfolio of samples or a writing test may be requested should you be contacted for an interview).

Note: This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies. Cella by Randstad Digital uses artificial intelligence to help our recruiters screen, assess and select qualified talent for this role and others within our database. Although Cella by Randstad Digital uses A.I. as a tool, candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by our employees.