PR Manager

Periscope Search Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Public Relations Manager for its Toronto office. The role involves developing and executing PR strategies, managing media relations, and crafting communication materials for a fast-growing fintech company. Candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience and strong connections in the finance and tech sectors. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth in a stunning office environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Stunning office in Midtown Toronto

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in media relations or corporate communications.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Financial industry experience and connections with local media are assets.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement PR strategies aligned with marketing goals and budget.
• Build and maintain relationships with media, particularly in finance and tech.
• Write and edit press releases, speeches, and other content.
• Manage crisis communication and media inquiries.
• Plan and coordinate PR events and press opportunities.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze campaign effectiveness.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in PR, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Public Relations Manager

Our client is a global leader in online brokerage, and they're seeking a Public Relations Manager to join its rapidly growing Toronto-based team.

Location : Toronto, ON

Hybrid / in-office

This role is ideal for a PR professional with a strong media network in finance and tech, looking to take ownership of PR strategy in a fast-growing fintech company. The Public Relations Manager will develop and execute comprehensive strategies, manage media relations, craft communication materials, and support crisis communications, all while collaborating cross-functionally with marketing and leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and implement PR strategies aligned with marketing goals and budget
• Build and maintain relationships with media, particularly in finance and tech
• Write and edit press releases, speeches, and other content
• Manage crisis communication and media inquiries
• Plan and coordinate PR events and press opportunities
• Monitor media coverage and analyze campaign effectiveness

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s in PR, Communications, Journalism, or related field

5+ years of experience in media relations or corporate communications

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Financial industry experience and connections with local media are assets

What They Offer

Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance incentives

Career growth in a leading fintech platform

Stunning office in Midtown Toronto with TTC access