Location: Toronto, Ontario, On-site
Language: Strong written and verbal communication in English
Duration: 6-month contract, high likelihood of extension or permanency
Background Check Requirement: May include employment verification and reference checks
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading firm in the financial services sector, is seeking a Communications Specialist who is passionate about turning complex data and investment insights into clear, compelling stories. In this role, you will join a tight-knit creative team that values curiosity, collaboration and a strong ownership mindset. Your work will directly support investors, advisors and institutions by making essential financial information accessible, engaging and easy to understand.
You will partner closely with product managers, investment professionals and compliance teams, shaping messaging that appears across presentations, website content, sales materials and commentary pieces. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys variety in their day and is energized by creating content that helps people make informed decisions.
What’s in it for You
You’ll join a workplace that values creativity, balance and continuous learning. Here, you will collaborate with experienced financial professionals who are eager to share knowledge and support your growth. The organization offers a culture built on ownership, trust and the freedom to explore new ideas. You can also expect access to strong compensation practices, comprehensive benefits and a long-term mindset around career development.
Your Responsibilities
You’ll craft persuasive, audience-focused content that explains financial concepts in both layperson and advisor-level language.
You’ll translate raw data and investment insights into clear visualizations and compelling stories.
You’ll collaborate with internal teams to produce presentations, web content, sales materials and commentary pieces.
You’ll support editing and copy review processes, ensuring materials are polished, accurate and compliant.
You’ll respond to daily ad hoc requests, developing quick-turn materials such as PDFs, slides or short communications.
You’ll contribute creative ideas, helping reimagine and repurpose content for various platforms.
Skills and Qualifications
3 or more years of experience in communications, financial writing or a related field.
Strong writing, editing and data-visualization skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for diverse audiences.
Proficiency in MS Office, plus experience with Adobe tools or website content management.
Post-secondary education in Communications, English, Finance or a related field.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt quickly to change and work collaboratively across teams.
Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional copyediting abilities.
Experience in financial services, journalism or technical writing is an asset, and CSC coursework is beneficial.
Why Partner with Altis
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