Communications Manager
- Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 5–7 years of progressive experience in communications, public relations or corporate communications within an agency or corporate environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
CPA Ontario is not like other organizations
We operate at a rare intersection, both regulator and membership body, responsible for upholding the integrity of the CPA designation while supporting more than 105,000 members and 19,000 students across the province. Our work sits between business and the public interest, between the evolving demands of industry and the standards that make trust possible.
Careers built here tend to look different because the work itself is different. You are not simply contributing to an organization. You are helping shape a profession that touches nearly every sector of the economy at a moment when expectations, technology, and the nature of work are all being rewritten.
About This Opportunity:
As Communications Manager, you will lead the development and execution of dynamic internal and external communications programs, bringing together exceptional storytelling, modern communication strategies and data-driven insights to deliver measurable results. This is an opportunity for a creative and strategic communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, stays ahead of emerging trends and is passionate about building meaningful connections through compelling content and innovative engagement approaches.
- Develop compelling communications materials including executive speeches, member and student communications, social media content, key messages, reports and briefing materials that align with the organization’s voice and brand.
- Lead communications projects from strategy through execution, partnering with cross-functional teams to develop communications plans that support business goals and deliver measurable engagement results.
- Provide strategic communications guidance and support for marketing campaigns, events and organizational initiatives to strengthen stakeholder engagement and reputation.
- Collaborate with internal design, digital and agency partners to create high-quality communications deliverables across multiple channels.
- Monitor and manage sensitive or complex issues, developing timely and strategic responses that protect and enhance the organization’s reputation.
- 5–7 years of progressive experience in communications, public relations or corporate communications within an agency or corporate environment.
- Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to create compelling communications that engage diverse audiences and strengthen organizational reputation.
- Proven success developing and executing strategic communications plans, managing projects end-to-end and delivering results in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Strong relationship-building, collaboration and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and partner effectively across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Digital-savvy, proactive and adaptable, with strong judgment, problem-solving abilities and a passion for driving engagement and meaningful impact.
- We support your well-being through industry-leading benefits, mental health resources, savings programs, and a sustainable approach to how work gets done.
- We are committed to inclusion as a core part of how we operate, not as an afterthought.
- We have a hybrid working environment, with three days a week on-site, complemented by 2 days of work-from-home time. We are intentional about that: the work we do benefits from being together. We want those days you work from home to be comfortable and offer a one-time bonus towards a home office when you start.
- We invest in your growth through learning and professional development opportunities, stretch projects, secondments, and genuine paths for career progression.
- We move quickly. The pace reflects the profession we serve; it can be demanding, but the work matters, and the team around you is invested in the same outcomes you have.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Communications Manager will lead the development and execution of internal and external communication programs using storytelling and data-driven strategies. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality content and manage organizational reputation across multiple channels.
Requirements
Candidates must have 5–7 years of progressive experience in communications, public relations, or corporate communications. Exceptional writing, editing, and project management skills are required to succeed in this fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Skills
- Communications strategy
- Storytelling
- Public relations
- Corporate communications
- Content development
- Project management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Strategic planning
- Writing
- Editing
- Digital communications
- Presentation skills
- Relationship building
- Data-driven insights
- Issue management
Benefits
- Industry-leading benefits
- Mental health resources
- Savings programs
- Home office bonus
- Professional development opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Marketing
- Management & Leadership
- Creative & Media
- Finance & Accounting
Keywords
- Communications
- Public Relations
- Corporate Communications
- Storytelling
- Internal Communications
- External Communications
- Strategic Planning
- Content Creation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Brand Management
- Digital Strategy
- Project Management
- Issue Management
- Executive Communications
- Social Media
- Reporting
- Agency Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Data-driven Insights
- Professional Services