Communications Specialist

• Supporting the execution of Employment Hero’s Canadian communications strategy
• Driving proactive media outreach including pitching to Canadian outlets across national, business, tech, HR and regional news
• Supporting reactive media opportunities and incoming enquiries
• Helping develop story angles tied to Canadian data customer insights and market trends
• Contributing to owned content including press releases, commentary and spokesperson materials
• Drafting and distributing media materials including pitches, press releases and statements
• Building and nurturing relationships with journalists across relevant Canadian beats
• Monitoring news cycles, competitor activity and emerging trends to identify opportunities
• Supporting spokesperson preparation including briefing docs, talking points and Q&As
• Coordinating with internal teams and external agencies to produce PR assets like video content, case studies and reports
• Tracking performance metrics, reporting coverage and sharing insights with senior stakeholders
• Managing timelines, deliverables and workflows to ensure communications activity is delivered on time and at a high standard

• 3 to 5 years of experience in communications, PR or media relations in agency, in house or scale up environments
• Proven experience pitching and securing coverage with Canadian media
• Strong storytelling instincts, with the ability to shape clear compelling angles
• Experience drafting press releases pitches and media docs
• Confidence collaborating with content, creative and data teams
• A proactive, organized approach and comfort operating in a fast paced environment
• Familiarity with earned and organic social channels
• Strong communication and project management skills

Experience in SaaS or tech is a bonus but not required

• Work remotely, with the flexibility to own your time and impact
• Access cutting-edge tools to amplify your work, knowledge and outputs
• Surround yourself with ambitious, outcome-driven colleagues who challenge you to do the best work of your life
• Own ESOP (employee share options) in one of the world’s fastest-growing tech companies
• Very generous parental leave policy
• Subsidised egg freezing
• A WFH office expense budget
• Outstanding learning & development opportunities