Specialist, Corporate Communications

BDO; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Flexible time off

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Corporate Communications Specialist to support communications programs across Canada from the GTA. The role focuses on tactical advisement for the executive team, coordinating plans, and maintaining professional, concise messaging across internal and external channels.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in communications, strong business writing and collaboration skills, and is proficient with SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional communications experience or equivalent related experience.
• Strong business writing skills with clear, concise, engaging communications.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft solutions (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiar with internal comms platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide tactical internal and external communications support for the executive leadership team.
• Partner with Corporate Communications managers to fulfill communications plans.
• Help manage and update owned platforms with professional, concise information.
• Support distribution of internal firm-wide and partner communications.
• Support launch of external announcements and proactive storytelling.
• Help manage communications calendars.
• Monitor media landscape and industry trends for opportunities.
• Leverage new tools to increase effectiveness of the communications program.

Skills

Business writing

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Post-secondary education in communications

Public relations/Journalism/Marketing degree

Tools

SharePoint

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Specialist to join the Corporate Communications team to support communications programs in support of the firm's strategy.

Based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), you'll work with stakeholders across Canada to amplify the firm's brand and nurture reputation among internal and external audiences. This is a replacement role, and the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Provide tactical internal and external communications support for the executive leadership team.
• Partner with the Corporate Communications managers to fulfill communications plans that drive awareness among internal and external audiences.
• Help manage and update owned platforms, ensuring key information is presented in a way that is professional, concise, creative and accurate.
• Support the distribution of internal firm-wide and partner communications.
• Support the launch of external announcements and ongoing proactive storytelling.
• Help manage communications calendars.
• Monitor media landscape and industry trends to proactively identify thought leadership opportunities.
• Leverage new tools and technologies to increase the effectiveness and impact of the firm's communications program.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your Experience and Education

• You have strong business writing skills and can develop clear, concise, and engaging communications.
• You demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and collaborate positively and professionally with peers, leaders, and teams.
• You have 3-5 years of professional communications experience or equivalent related experience.
• You have post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, business, or a related field.
• You are proactive, detail-oriented, and take initiative while working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• You can support multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.
• You bring solid organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Solutions (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and familiar with internal communications platforms and tools.

The compensation range for this role is $60,000 - $92,000 annually.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars- Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what's next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community.BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring - and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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