Location: Canada (Remote)
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication required
Duration: Contract

About the Opportunity
This is an opportunity to contribute your precision and language expertise within a mission-driven, non-profit environment. As a Copy Editor, you will play a critical role in ensuring written materials are clear, consistent, and aligned with established editorial standards, supporting meaningful work that informs and engages diverse audiences.

You will collaborate closely with authors and internal teams, acting as a trusted partner in refining content while preserving its original intent. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will directly impact the credibility and effectiveness of communications across the organization.

What’s In It for You
You’ll join a purpose-led organization where your work supports initiatives that make a difference. Expect a collaborative and respectful environment that values thoughtful communication and attention to detail. This is a great opportunity to deepen your expertise within a structured editorial framework while working remotely with a supportive team.

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll review and edit documents for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and overall readability while maintaining original meaning
• You’ll ensure consistency in tone, terminology, and style across a variety of materials
• You’ll apply and uphold house style guidelines, including formatting of headings, references, and editorial elements
• You’ll verify names, titles, and hyperlinks to ensure accuracy and functionality
• You’ll collaborate with authors to clarify content and resolve editorial queries before final submission
• You’ll use Track Changes in Word and annotation tools in Excel and PowerPoint to document edits clearly

Skills and Qualifications
• 3+ years of professional copy editing experience, ideally in a non-profit or publishing environment
• Exceptional command of English grammar, punctuation, and editorial standards
• Proven ability to apply and maintain detailed house style guidelines
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on consistency and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, including Track Changes, with working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.