Communications Specialist

Do you feel that you could benefit from a working environment with carefully selected, highly capable, engaged team members? Do you want to interact with customers to create customer value?

As a Communications Specialist, you will be responsible to support the Director of Communications and Client Strategy and provide administrative support for key clients in the area of communications.

Interested in the day to day duties? The responsibilities listed below are a general outline of some of the Communications Specialist duties. Responsibilities may vary from client to client.

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Responsibilities:

Creating marketing plans and communication strategies for various clients
Supporting Managing Matters and their clients’ with the creation and execution of Marketing & Communications strategies (may include production of newsletters, media releases, announcements and membership communications for clients)
Working with a graphic designer to create marketing collateral
Creating and curating engaging content for Managing Matters and their clients
Communicating and nurturing relationships with team members and clients
Building and managing media relations for our clients
Creating press releases and pitching to media
Effectively understanding and utilizing Managing Matters and their clients’ various social media and online platforms
Performing various research and market analysis activities
Reviewing content for spelling, grammar and quality
Updating client websites’ copy and branding
Account management/association management and administrative initiatives as required

Desired Skills and Experience:

Fluent bilingualism in English and French is an asset
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Relevant post-secondary education with a minimum of 2-4 years in marketing and communications
Experience in creating social media content and using social listening/tracking tools
Experience in working with a graphic designer considered an asset
Experience in media relations considered an asset
Experience in Association Management considered an asset
Participation in creation and initiation of sponsorship initiatives for virtual and live events and/or association management is an asset
Ability to work in a team and independently
Ability to multitask and work effectively on various projects simultaneously
Excellent organization skills and ability to take care of details while managing multiple tasks and working under time constraints
Advanced computer skills including MS office and Excel are extremely important, as well as experience using various email marketing tools