BIL (EN/FR) Proofreader

Notified; Quebec; Remote; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Notified is seeking a bilingual proofreader to join the global Editorial Team. You will review and format clients’ press releases under tight deadlines, correcting grammar and spelling while preserving the client’s voice for distribution across GlobeNewswire networks.

The role emphasizes editing and client service rather than original writing, with opportunities to specialize in newswire distribution and regulatory filings. Fluent English and French are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field required.
• 1-2 years of professional experience required (previous newswire experience a plus).
• Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment required.
• Fluency in English and French required.

Responsibilities

• Review clients’ press releases for grammatical errors, spelling errors, and inconsistencies.
• Format press releases to match the client’s original version as closely as possible.
• Support clients with a range of requests and enquiries via phone and email.
• Assist with clients’ regulatory needs, such as SEDAR and EDGAR filing.
• Assist with clients’ account maintenance, such as managing email lists, adding new users and accounts, and managing multimedia libraries.
• Collaborates with teammates and across departments.
• Act as clients’ primary contact, supporting administrative and consultative needs.
• Occasional overtime during high volume periods.
• Occasional weekend on-call shifts and holidays.

Skills

Fluency in English and French

Customer service experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English/Communications/Journalism/Marketing or related field

Job description

We are Notified, the only technology partner dedicated to both investor relations and public relations professionals. We help our clients control and amplify the corporate narrative. Our fully integrated PR and IR platforms streamline every step from press release distribution, media targeting, and analytics to IR websites, earnings and investor events, and regulatory filings. Powered by GlobeNewswire, one of the largest and most trusted newswire distribution networks for over 30 years, we empower communicators to inform a better world.

Notified is an affiliate of Equiniti Group Limited (EQ), a fintech that connects the future of capital, communications, and governance — building trust and confidence in every market we serve.

Summary

As a Bilingual Proofreader on the global Editorial Team, you will report to a Team Lead and will play a key role in helping drive clients’ PR distribution services. You will review and format clients’ press releases under pressing deadlines and distribute them via their global network to journalists, terminals and websites. This position involves high concentration in editing and customer service. While this position does not offer original writing skills, there are opportunities to specialize in areas around newswire distribution and provide consultation to our clients. GlobeNewswire clients range from C-Suite executives to PR professionals, across multiple industries. We service both PR and IR companies.

Location

This position is open to candidates in Canada and can be performed remotely. We may also consider candidates in the United States where the position can be remote.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 3:00p - 11:30p Eastern Time

Compensation

$25.00 CAD/$25.00 USD

What Part You Will Play in Our Growth

• Review clients’ press releases for grammatical errors, spelling errors, and inconsistencies. Does not involve fact-checking.
• Format press releases to match the client’s original version as closely as possible.
• Support clients with a range of requests and enquiries via phone and email.
• Assist with our clients’ regulatory needs, such as SEDAR and EDGAR filing.
• Assist with our clients’ account maintenance, such as managing email lists, adding new users and accounts, and managing multimedia libraries.
• Embraces collaborating with teammates and across departments.
• Knowledge of other Notified products.
• Act as our clients’ primary contact, supporting our clients’ administrative and consultative needs in addition to press release service requests.
• Ability to work occasional overtime during high volume periods.
• Required to work occasional weekend on call shifts, holidays and occasional remote monitoring shifts outside your typical schedule each year.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field required. Equivalent work experience in asimilar position may be substituted for education requirements.

Experience

• 1-2 years of professional experience required (previous newswire experience a plus).
• Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment required.
• Fluency in English and French required.

Other

• Projects self-confidence, enthusiasm, and a positive, can-do attitude.
• The ability to maintain focus in stressful situations.
• Exceptional time-management skills, ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.

Why You Will Love Working Here

EQ is recognized as a Top Employer in US, UK and India! Together we offer more than a job, we offer a place to grow. Through hands‑on experience, real‑world projects, and access to industry‑leading tools, you’ll have what you need to build a meaningful career. You’ll join a diverse, global team united by innovation, collaboration, and a shared passion for what we do. With flexible work options, competitive pay, wellness benefits, and a people‑first culture, we support your success - both at work and beyond.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.