WHO IS RATEHUB?We're a company on a mission. We are a unique Canadian Fintech that is the one-stop shop for all financial needs of the consumer: Save, Spend, Borrow, Invest, and Protect. Every single team member - from Product & Engineering to Sales & Marketing, Finance, Operations, and everything in between - is obsessed with one thing: helping Canadians make better financial choices. And we're pretty great at it, too. Via our digital application technology and our award-winning in-house brokerages, we help over 2M Canadians per month make a positive impact on their finances.We have many unique businesses: a mortgage brokerage, a life insurance brokerage, a home and auto insurance brokerage, a mortgage originations and servicing business, a Financial Services Marketplace, and a content business across Ratehub and MoneySense. 365 days a year, we deliver our users the best online mortgage experience, personalised credit card and loan options, and cheaper auto and home insurance policies than they typically get from their existing financial adviser.Changing how people make financial choices isn't easy, though. We know that achieving our mission is full of challenges - challenges that can be complex and often unexpected but that are always interesting, rewarding, and fun to solve as a team. This is where you come in. We are on the hunt for the right candidate to join us and help lead us forward to continued growth.We're looking for a Senior Editor, Mortgage Lead to join our Mortgages Business Unit team at the organisation. The ideal candidate will be the Ratehub SME for mortgages and real estate, develop and execute on an editorial strategy that strengthens the company's position in the space, and serve as the Ratehub voice for industry related media interviews and video content. Although headquartered in downtown Toronto, Ratehub is a remote-first company and as such, we're open to remote candidates.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:Mortgage Content ExpertiseServe as Ratehub's primary subject matter expert for mortgages and real estateDevelop content that provides unique analysis and insights and reflects current market conditions, rate movements, and consumer needs - not just evergreen educationStrengthen Ratehub's authority in the mortgage space by producing/writing exceptional, accurate, and timely original content across formats including media contributions, landing pages, blog posts, newsletters, videos, and social mediaSupport the Communications team with expert commentary, data points, and timely insights for media pitchesLiaise regularly with Ratehub's mortgage team to stay current on rate trends, lender strategy, and market shifts, and translate those insights into timely content updatesMaintain and refresh existing content on an ongoing basis - including blogs, FAQs, and landing pages - leveraging internal resources, French translators, and freelancers where appropriateIncorporate SEO and GEO best practices into all content, with particular rigour on landing pages and high-traffic pagesEditorial Strategy & LeadershipSet, document, and uphold Ratehub's editorial voice and style standards across all formats, channels,



and contributorsEstablish and maintain editorial policies, workflows, and governance frameworks that scale across staff writers, freelancers, and cross-functional contributorsOwn and manage the editorial and social media calendar, balancing timely rate and market coverage with long-term content strategy and ensuring that all published content meets accuracy, compliance, and regulatory standards relevant to Canadian financial productsReview, edit, and approve work from writers, freelancers, and subject matter experts to maintain a consistently high editorial barDevelop and maintain deep expertise in Canadian personal finance - mortgage rates, insurance, credit cards, banking, and investing - to provide credible editorial oversightOwn content QA processes, including fact-checking, link auditing, structural reviews, and scheduled content refreshesUse performance data - organic traffic, keyword rankings, GEO metrics, engagement, and conversion signals - to inform editorial priorities and identify content gapsBrief, onboard, and manage freelance contributors, including scope definition, quality oversight, and feedbackCollaborate cross-functionally with product, design, marketing, and data teams to ensure content reflects live product and rate information accuratelyServe as the lead on sponsored content production, acting as the primary point of contact between the external partnership team and the content teamYOUR QUALIFICATIONS:Experience & Education6-10 years of editorial experienceDemonstrated expertise in personal finance content, with a strong preference for candidates with a mortgage or real estate focusExperience working in a digital-first media environment, fintech, financial services, or a high-volume content operationPost-secondary education in journalism, communications, English, or a related field - or equivalent professional experienceEditorial & WritingExceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to make complex financial topics clear and compelling for a Canadian consumer audienceDeep familiarity with Canadian mortgage products, rate structures, lending regulations, and the broader real estate landscape strongly preferredProven ability to manage a high volume of content across multiple formats simultaneously - articles, landing pages, newsletters, social, and video scriptsStrong command of Canadian AP or CP style, with experience developing and maintaining in-house style guidesSEO & Content PerformanceSolid working knowledge of SEO best practices, including keyword research, on-page optimization, internal linking, and content structuring for searchFamiliarity with GEO (generative engine optimization)



and how AI-powered search is changing content strategyComfortable using tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Semrush, PEEC or similar platforms to inform editorial decisionsAbility to interpret content performance data and translate it into actionable editorial prioritiesLeadership & CollaborationExperience mentoring content writers/strategists, with a track record of raising the quality of a team's outputSkilled at briefing and managing freelance contributors, including providing clear, constructive editorial feedbackComfortable working cross-functionally with marketing, product, and analytics teamsStrong project management instincts - able to juggle competing deadlines, shifting priorities, and multiple stakeholders without dropping the ballCommunication & MediaConfident communicator with on-camera and on-mic experience an asset - comfortable participating in video content and social media videosStrong relationships within Canadian financial media or journalism circles an assetTools & PlatformsProficiency with a CMS (WordPress or similar), project management tools (Asana, Notion, or similar), and standard editorial collaboration toolsExperience with AI writing and editing tools, and a thoughtful perspective on how to use them responsibly in an editorial contextCULTURE FITMembers first - we prioritise the interests and needs of our members above all else.We solve member pain points and focus on member satisfaction. We start with members, and end with the P&LGrowth mindset - we set ambitious goals and challenge the status quo. We take responsible risks and are accountable for our actionsBetter together - we are One team with One common goal. We make our footprint bigger than our foot, leave our egos at the door, support each other to achieve great results as One company.Run after problems - we tackle problems head on and focus on finding solutions. Obstacles are seen as opportunities for growth and innovation. We have the hard conversations and choose the harder right over the easier wrong. And we do it with a smileMeasure Learn Iterate Innovate - we focus on getting things done. We measure what matters, iterate, learn, iterate many times in a data-driven way, which is how we will innovateJOB PERKSCompetitive Compensation: A salary that reflects your experience and the Canadian marketRemote-First Environment: The flexibility to work from anywhere in Canada, with occasional in-person team gatherings for collaborationFlexible Hours: Autonomy to manage your schedule to support work-life balanceComprehensive Perks: Full health and dental coverage with no employee-paid premiumsRRSP Matching: A company-matched RRSP program to support your long-term financial goalsProfessional Development: An individual training allowance to help you grow your skills and careerTeam Socials: Regular events, both remote and in-person, to build connections across the organizationThe estimated compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000.Ratehub welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

📌 Senior Editor, Mortgage Lead (Toronto)
🏢 Ratehub.ca
📍 Toronto