Strategy and Proposals Specialist (Remote)

Nexuscommunications; Toronto; Remote; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategy and Proposals Specialist to drive impactful talent-facing initiatives. This role offers the chance to work closely with talented consultants and project managers, tackling real business challenges while developing strategic solutions. You'll engage in crafting proposals, conducting research, and facilitating workshops, all while building strong client relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or students looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute to projects that enhance workplace experiences for clients across various industries.

Benefits

3-weeks vacation

Company-wide office closure during holidays

Four-day long weekends in summer 2025

Group RRSP match

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• University graduate with a business focus or in final year with expected graduation in May 2025.
• 1-2 years of experience in an organizational setting or internship.

Responsibilities

• Crafting solution-based proposals for enterprise-level client engagements.
• Collaborating with Business Development to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Business Acumen

Analytical Mindset

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Client Service Orientation

Education

Business Degree

Final Year Business Student

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Project Management Software

Job description

Strategy and Proposals Specialist (Remote)

Toronto

At Nexus , we Connect People with Purpose.

We are a leading boutique practice for culture transformation, supporting Fortune Global 500 organizations across every aspect of their candidate, employee, and customer experience – from talent acquisition and onboarding, to leadership development, to values, purpose, and beyond.

Partnering cross-functionally with People & Culture, Marketing & Brand, Communications, and Customer Experience teams, we bring enterprise strategy to life – driving impact at scale and shaping meaningful workplace experiences. Nexus combines the strategic capability of a big 4-consultancy, with the activation capability of a boutique marketing/communications agency.

Some of our areas of expertise include Purpose, Values, Culture Transformation, Talent Acquisition, Orientation & Onboarding, Employer Brand/EVP, Performance & Development, Talent Management, Recognition, and Learning.

As a Strategy & Proposals Specialist, you’ll play a key role in bringing talent-facing initiatives to life while gaining hands-on exposure to real business challenges. You’ll work closely with internal Talent & Culture Consultants, the Content & Studio Team, and Project Managers to analyze, develop, and contribute to strategic solutions for our clients.

What You’ll Do

You’re a consultant at heart, someone who thrives on problem-solving, breaking down complex challenges, and crafting actionable solutions that drive meaningful change. You’ll collaborate in the development and delivery of strategic solutions, including:

• Crafting solution-based proposals for enterprise-level client engagements in any or all of our areas of expertise
• Partnering with the Business Development team to identify new opportunities, develop proposals, and support in presentation of pitches
• Developing strategic presentations, models, and frameworks, embedding thought leadership, mobilizing internal and external resources, and managing budgets
• Work independently and/or as part of a team to deliver a range of activities, including but not limited to:
• Conducting research and participant/stakeholder interviews
• Facilitating focus groups
• Developing solution strategy
• Creating insight reports
• Developing, designing and/or delivering various types of client workshops
• Persona development
• Articulation of EVP/Values and other strategic domains
• Participating in expression work
• Activation or launch plans
• And a range of other related activities.
• Building strong client relationships to drive satisfaction, internal referrals, and new business opportunities

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Required

• Strong business acumen, acquired in a business school setting as well as having worked and/or interned in a business environment
• General knowledge and understanding of organizational structure and dynamics
• Able to clarify complex information and identify value propositions and differentiators
• A strategic and analytical mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident, proactive, able to interact with all levels of management and business professionals
• You are comfortable managing tight deadlines
• Personal integrity, discretion and a strong client service orientation is essential
• Demonstrated self-starter and highly motivated to handle a fast-paced environment
• A team player who also works well independently

Must Haves

In addition to the Experience, Knowledge and Skills described above, youMUST have the following:

• University graduate with a business focus or in your final year of a business degree with expected graduation in May 2025
• Previous internship and/or experience (1 to 2 years) in an organizational setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of or interest in and appreciation for complex Human Resources topics
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Experience with SharePoint and Project Management software would be nice to have

This is an excellent early-career opportunity for a confident, motivated self-starter with a problem-solving mindset, energy, and drive. If you're looking for meaningful work with real impact, this role offers the chance to contribute to projects that shape workplace experiences and improve the lives of millions.

What We Offer

• Fully remote, with option to work from our downtown Toronto office
• Exposure across industries and Fortune Global 500 companies
• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• 3-weeks vacation plus company-wide office closure during the holidays and X4 four-day long weekends in summer 2025
• Group RRSP match

How to Apply

Recent graduates or fourth-year students (with an expected graduation of May 2025), can apply on our career site by submitting the following:

• A short cover letter highlighting relevant experience highlighting that you meet the criteria above
• Your resume
• [OPTIONAL] Any examples of work product that further demonstrate your knowledge, experience and/or abilities. If you would like to provide these, please include them in a single attachment.

Nexus Communications is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace.

Special Requirements & Accessibility
Everyone is different when it comes to interviews. If you have any special requirements, just let us know and we'll do our very best to accommodate your needs.