Communication Specialist

This role is ideal for a professional with a background in financial services who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a blend of creative design skills and analytical rigor. You will join a collaborative team of 13 people where training and career growth are prioritized within a supportive culture.

This is a contract position requiring you to work onsite at our client's office in downtown Toronto four days per week.

Advantages
• The position offers a highly structured onboarding process, including a full month of specialized training in operations, compliance, and brand guidelines before transitioning into core tasks. The hiring manager emphasizes a culture focused on personal development and a team that is actively willing to help new members grow in their careers.
• You will join a diverse, 11-person team and engage in daily, stakeholder interaction with Relationship Managers and Portfolio Managers. This provides an excellent opportunity to build a professional network and collaborate with like-minded experts in the financial sector.
• Because the role is both deadline-based and ad hoc, "two days are never the same," offering a fast-paced environment where you can see the direct impact of your communications on external clients. You will manage the end-to-end delivery of 10–20 major presentations per month, ensuring high-quality, value-added messaging.
• The role is situated within a supportive and collaborative environment that values results-oriented individuals. It offers a "great culture" where team members work together to meet challenging deadlines while maintaining high standards for quality.

Responsibilities
• Content Development & Design: Create and design high-quality presentation slides, charts, and graphics using advanced MS PowerPoint and Excel skills to translate complex financial information into clear messages.
• Project Management: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of 10–20 presentations per month, ensuring all deliverables meet strict service level agreements (SLAs) and tight deadlines.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a primary point of contact for Relationship Managers and Portfolio Managers, collaborating across various internal business functions to fulfill client and consultant requests.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all materials adhere to strict brand guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements through meticulous quality control and risk management practices.
• Process Optimization: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline operational processes and lead projects that improve team efficiency and standardization.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners and external clients, effectively navigating diverse personalities and challenging stakeholder environments.

Qualifications
Must-Have Skills and Qualifications:
• Experience: 5–7 years of experience within the Financial Services, Asset Management, or Capital Markets industry.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in MS PowerPoint and Excel, with a proven ability to create complex charts and professional presentation content.
• Project Management: Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Education: Undergraduate degree in Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and time management skills, coupled with a high degree of attention to detail and a "risk management" mindset.
• Industry Knowledge: A keen interest in investment and market concepts and a passion for learning about the wealth asset management business.
Nice-to-Have Skills and Qualifications:
• Certification: CFA designation or other relevant financial accreditation is a strong asset.
• Bilingualism: Proficiency in both French and English is considered an asset.


Summary
Ready to make an impact in the financial sector? If you are a results-oriented professional with a reputation for "getting things done," we encourage you to apply today! Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience in project management and financial communications.

Cella by Randstad Digital uses artificial intelligence to help our recruiters screen, assess and select qualified talent for this role and others within our database. Although Cella by Randstad Digital uses A.I. as a tool, candidate selection and hiring decisions are made by our employees.

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