Senior Communications and Corporate Events Specialist

Foresters Financial Services, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Toronto seeks a Senior Communications and Corporate Events Specialist. This hybrid role requires managing internal communications and planning corporate events to enhance employee engagement. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in communications or event management and exceptional communication skills. The position offers a flexible work environment and requires some travel within Canada and the US.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications and/or event management.
• Proactive problem solver with strong project management and budgeting skills.
• Nice to have: experience setting up and recording executive video messages.

Responsibilities

• Draft and publish content for the weekly newsletter and manage internal communications.
• Plan and execute Corporate Communications-led events, including Town Halls.
• Coordinate with PR agency partners on media inquiries and press releases.

Skills

Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills

Highly organized project management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with SharePoint and Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Ability to manage events across geographies and time zones

Education

Degree or diploma in communications, public relations, or event management

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Job description

Overview

Senior Communications and Corporate Events Specialist. Location: Toronto. Time: Full time. Hybrid position requiring a minimum of two days per week onsite. Posted today. Requisition ID: R-2012. Career Opportunity.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Communications, this role supports internal communications and Corporate Communications–led events. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator and highly organized event planner who can manage multiple priorities, collaborate across teams, and deliver seamless communications experiences. This role strengthens employee engagement by fostering clear communication and meaningful opportunities for dialogue.

Key Responsibilities

• Internal Communications: Draft, format, and publish content for the weekly ForestersConnect newsletter; manage SharePoint uploads and email distribution; track engagement metrics and provide reporting with recommendations for improvement; maintain accuracy of employee distribution lists, SharePoint permissions, and readership data; develop, review, and deploy internal emails, including enterprise-wide and executive communications; partner with HR (Total Rewards, IDE, Facilities) and other teams within Marketing to create and deliver communication campaigns; support business partners with ad hoc communications requests; document and improve existing processes to enhance efficiency.
• Media and External Communications (as back-up to Sr. Manager): Coordinate with PR agency partners on media inquiries and press releases; disseminate news releases via Cision or other wire services; support development of media content related to corporate purpose and community activities; track departmental expenses and process invoices.
• Corporate Events: Plan and execute Corporate Communications–led events, including Town Halls and all-employee meetings (live and virtual); manage event calendar, programming, logistics, and stakeholder engagement; oversee event materials, catering, vendor coordination, and budget management; conduct pre- and post-event surveys, track attendance, and report outcomes; ensure flawless execution through scheduling, dry runs, and collaboration with IT and facilities; manage production and distribution of branded materials and premiums.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications and/or event management
• Degree or diploma in communications, public relations, event management, or related field
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills with stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive problem solver with strong project management and budgeting skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with SharePoint and Salesforce Marketing Cloud
• Ability to manage events across geographies and time zones
• Self-starter with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
• Nice to have: experience setting up and recording executive video messages; ability to record executive video messages (camera, lighting, sound) and collaborate with Brand / Creative team for editing and production; confidence and professionalism working with senior leaders in on-camera settings
• Standard working hours consist of 37.5 hours weekly with occasional extended hours during weekdays and weekends; travel as required for off-site meetings
• Some travel within Canada and the US; applicants must hold a valid passport

Other Information

• LI-Hybrid
• Equal Opportunity Employment and Inclusion – Foresters Financial is committed to sustaining an equal opportunity environment for all job applicants. We embrace Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) as a core objective for building strong, innovative teams.
• Foresters Financial strives to provide an accessible candidate experience. If accommodations are needed during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].
• Thank you for choosing Foresters. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.