EY Internal Communications Specialist 

Canada, Ontario, Toronto 

137069694

Your key responsibilities

• Support business objectives through thoughtful, strategic, timely and impactful internal communications.
• Prepare communications campaigns and materials, including daily news stories, leadership messages, internal website content and newsletters.
• Liaise with marketing and social teams, as well as graphic designers, translators and other internal stakeholders to plan, develop, finalize and distribute communications.
• Proactively and consistently contribute ideas and creativity to brainstorming and planning discussions, as well as team meetings.
• Work directly with senior leaders across the organization to deliver impactful content.
• Measure and report on communications results to stakeholders and the wider team.

Skills and attributes for success

• A strategic and growth mindset focused on initiating new ideas and stories to elevate our communications approach.
• Ability to develop engaging and innovative communications with a strong understanding of how best to deliver tactics across different channels, quickly.
• Stellar communication skills, with the ability to understand and communicate complex ideas persuasively and efficiently.
• Keen attention to detail, editing and proofreading skills, and high standards for timely product delivery.
• Experience advising and liaising with senior leaders.
• Readiness to work in a fast-paced, complex yet dynamic work environment, and multitask on a variety of projects while operating with a sense of urgency and delivering excellent quality.
• A team player with a strong desire to learn and collaborate as part of an integrated team, while also being self-driven and independent.
• Understanding of communications measurement tools, tactics and benchmarks.
• Familiarity using communications software, such as content management systems, to post stories that reach broad audiences.

To qualify for the role, you must

• Have post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field.
• Have 5+ years professional communications experience.
• Have experience planning and supporting strategic communications campaigns.
• Be able to confidently work with and advise leaders at different levels of the firm.
• Be highly organized and articulate, with impeccable attention to detail and a focus on anticipating stakeholders’ needs.
• Be flexible and willing to shift priorities based on the needs of the day.

Ideally you will also have

• This position is available to candidates in various EY offices across Canada. Please note that due to the national scope of the role, proficiency in English is required. Bilingualism in French is an asset.
• Experience coaching and mentoring junior employees.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.