Marketing And Public Relations Manager

Public Relations Manager Downtown Toronto, ON (Hybrid – 2 days/week in office) $75,000 – $100,000 + 8% Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Are you a strategic storyteller with exceptional media instincts and a passion for building brand reputation? Our client, a globally recognized leader in professional services, is seeking a Public Relations Manager to lead its Canadian public relations strategy and elevate its presence across national media. This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning organization where your work will directly influence executive visibility, thought leadership, and corporate reputation. What You'll Be Doing: • Develop and execute the Canadian public relations strategy in partnership with the North American PR team. • Build and strengthen relationships with national, business, and trade media. • Proactively pitch timely commentary, industry trends, and data-driven insights to secure high-profile media coverage. • Manage incoming media requests while supporting issues management and crisis communications. • Prepare senior executives for media interviews through messaging, briefing documents, and coaching. • Write and edit compelling press releases, media pitches, bylines, blogs, and thought leadership content. • Support large-scale thought leadership initiatives, including annual industry reports and market research programs. • Partner cross-functionally with Marketing and HR on employer brand initiatives, awards, events, and corporate communications. • Track media performance and provide reporting on PR initiatives and earned coverage. What We're Looking For: • 5+ years of experience in Public Relations and Media Relations. • Demonstrated success securing Tier 1 media coverage through proactive outreach and relationship building. • Outstanding writing, editing, and storytelling abilities across press releases, pitches, and long-form content. • Experience preparing senior executives for media opportunities and interviews. • Strong executive presence with the confidence to advise and influence senior leadership. • Ability to think quickly, adapt under pressure, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Highly proactive, resourceful, and tech-savvy, with comfort leveraging AI and emerging technologies. • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field. Preferred Backgrounds: Experience within professional services, recruitment and staffing, consulting, banking, financial services, legal, or large multinational organizations is highly valued. Agency professionals supporting similar industries are also encouraged to apply. Why You'll Love This Opportunity: • Hybrid work model (2 days/week in a modern downtown Toronto office) • Competitive salary plus 8% bonus opportunity • Four weeks of vacation • Comprehensive health and dental coverage • Health Spending Account • RRSP program • Virtual healthcare and mental health support • Employee Assistance Program • Tuition assistance and professional development support • Generous wellness and employee support programs Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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