Regional Marketing and Communications Coordinator [Temporary 18 Months]

Grant Thornton; Alberta; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm located in Canada is seeking a Marketing & Communications Coordinator to support their Western Canadian business units. This 18-month contract role involves executing marketing campaigns, collaborating with teams, and managing events. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of marketing communication experience in a B2B environment and a relevant degree. This position offers competitive perks including profit sharing and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Profit sharing

Flex days

Wellness benefits

Work from anywhere in Canada for 4 weeks

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in marketing communications in a B2B environment.
• Strong project and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with digital marketing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute multi-channel marketing campaigns aligned to Firm objectives.
• Collaborate with the National Marketing & Communications team.
• Plan and execute marketing events including logistics and coordination.

Skills

Organization

Project management

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Education

University or college degree in Marketing or Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM systems

Job description

Who we are

You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Marketing & Communications Coordinator on an 18-month contract basis to cover a maternity leave. This role supports our growing Western Canadian business units and is based in our Edmonton office primarily supporting Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba business units. Note that some travel may be required where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Execute multi‑channel marketing campaigns aligned to Firm objectives and marketing plans.
• Work with Marketing professionals in our Design, External and Internal Communications, Digital Marketing and Marketing Operations teams to deliver marketing projects and campaigns.
• Actively participate in marketing working groups, to support and deliver on national and regional campaigns.
• Build trust and rapport within the greater Marketing team. Provide feedback to others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Champion the use of the Firm’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, Content Management System (CMS) and other marketing enablement technology to manage campaigns and track ROI.
• Plan and execute marketing events including booking logistics, writing invitation copy, registration management, on-site coordination (when appropriate) and post‑event follow‑up.
• Collaborate with the National Marketing & Communications team, Regional Senior Marketing Manager and Regional Marketing Managers, to ensure brand integrity and consistency across all external and internal marketing activities including advertising, presentations, sponsorship, social media, communications, and event materials.
• Champion social media usage, bring forward best practices and new approaches, and share relevant content with the Western business units and Marketing team.
• Build knowledge of the Firm’s marketing strategy, programs and campaigns to leverage in projects and campaigns.
• Build a strong understanding of the Firm’s services and markets and offer suggestions/ideas as appropriate.

Qualifications

• University / college degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in marketing communications in a B2B environment. Experience in professional services is considered an asset.
• High level of organization with the ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑moving, deadline‑oriented environment.
• Strong project and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail/accuracy.
• Propensity for creative and critical thinking, with a passion for Marketing and Communications.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, using tact and discretion when communicating with others.
• Possesses a continuous improvement mindset, bringing forward ideas and suggestions where appropriate.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite of tools, with an emphasis on Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics or other CRMs and marketing enablement tools is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with digital marketing best practices.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for occasional travel (where required).

What’s in it for you

• Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge‑like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more!

Our culture

Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.

Read our stories

Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca

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