THE ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

The Corporate Communications Specialist will play a key role in executing GreenShield’s corporate communications strategy. This role supports media relations, employee communications, and social media initiatives, ensuring alignment with GreenShield’s purpose-driven mission.

The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting impactful communications, coordinating events, managing logistics, tracking key metrics, and contributing to strategic projects. This is a dynamic opportunity for a skilled communicator eager to grow their career in media relations and corporate storytelling. We’re looking for a proactive, collaborative team player with a positive mindset and a hands‑on approach to getting things done.

- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to craft and distribute internal and external communication materials aligned with brand standards.
- Draft and edit a variety of communication materials, including internal memos, newsletters, social posts, press releases, blog posts, and executive messages, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with brand guidelines.
- Format and send internal emails using the organization’s platform, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
- Proactively identify and contribute new opportunities for corporate storytelling, both externally and internally.
- Manage content development, posting, and maintenance on internal platforms (e.g. GreenShield’s intranet), ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
- Maintain and update distribution lists for efficient communication delivery and coordinate translation requests, tracking progress and delivery.




- Support the creation and maintenance of communication templates for both internal and external use, ensuring consistency.
- Build relationships with internal stakeholders to foster collaboration and alignment across teams.
- Plan, organize, and manage internal town halls, corporate meetings, scheduling, and attendee coordination.
- Track communication program key performance indicators (KPIs), assist in developing reports, and identify data‑driven opportunities for improvement.
- Develop project briefs, manage internal resources, track deadlines, and liaise with creative and content teams to ensure timely delivery.
- Update and maintain team calendars, key milestones, and deadlines, while organizing shared files for accessibility and up‑to‑date documentation.
- Research and implement communications best practices to foster continuous improvement.
- Assist in tracking and reconciling budgets for change management and corporate communications, ensuring accurate processing of invoices for financial reporting and compliance.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Experience

- 3‑4 years in a communications or media relations role

Education

- Post‑secondary degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations

Knowledge & Skills

- Demonstrated expertise in corporate communications, with a strong understanding of both internal and external audiences,



as well as the unique requirements of various media channels, including print, trade, social, and broadcast.
- Exceptional writing skills with a keen eye for editing, proofreading, and detail, along with the ability to craft compelling media pitches, develop content for external audiences, and manage incoming media inquiries.
- Proficiency in design tools such as PowerPoint and Adobe Suite to enhance visual storytelling and engagement.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to building relationships and a willingness to explore innovative, creative, and visual strategies to connect with employees.
- Highly organized and self‑motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and deliver measurable results within set timelines.

Abilities

- Confident presence, able to influence and work effectively across all levels.
- A team player, able to work collaboratively with and through others.
- Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) to clearly articulate messages and inspire a variety of audiences.
- Comfort working independently through ambiguous situations.
- Resilient and tenacious, with a propensity to persevere.
- Ability to build relationships and earn trust across all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- A robust sense of humour required – we are dead reliable about humour.

The Culture

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just a means to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard and valued. Because that’s what it takes to cr

📌 Corporate Communications Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 GreenShield
📍 Toronto