Marketing / Advertising / PR Associate, PR / Communications
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
NATIONAL Public Relations
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-09-06
Job specializations:
-
Marketing / Advertising / PR
PR / Communications, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Content Writer / Copywriter
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 62500 CAD Yearly
CAD
50000.00
62500.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Associate, Corporate
Work location
Toronto, Ontario (hybrid)
About us
For 50 years, National has worked alongside organizations as they navigate change, protect reputation, and solve the business challenges that matter most. In Toronto, our Corporate team supports clients across sectors and works closely with colleagues across practices to deliver integrated communications programs, from media relations and stakeholder engagement to issues management, digital, and campaign support. We're looking for an associate who is curious, organized, and ready to roll up their sleeves to help keep great client work moving.
The role
You'll support communications mandates from planning through execution, helping teams bring client work to life while building a strong foundation in client service. Working closely with colleagues across the Toronto office, you'll contribute to day-to-day client activities, assist in developing communications materials, and support the delivery of integrated programs across corporate communications, media relations, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and digital channels.
This role is ideal for someone early in their career who wants broad agency exposure, enjoys practical execution, and is motivated to learn by doing. You'll be hands-on with research, writing, monitoring, reporting, and coordination, while gaining exposure to a range of clients, sectors, and practice areas.
Key responsibilities
Support the day-to-day delivery of integrated communications programs across media relations, stakeholder engagement, public affairs, digital, social, and corporate reputation channelsDevelop and contribute to high-quality communications materials, including media pitches, press materials, briefing notes, key messages, social media copy, newsletters, client updates, and executive-ready summariesConduct research, environmental scans, and monitoring across business, media, policy, competitor, stakeholder, and social/digital landscapes to identify insights, trends, risks, and opportunitiesSupport media relations activities, including media list development, journalist research, pitch coordination, coverage tracking, and preparation of media briefing materialsUse AI-enabled and digital tools responsibly to support research, content development, brainstorming, summarization, workflow efficiencies, issues tracking, reporting, and audience insights, while applying fact-checking, privacy awareness, and sound judgmentPrepare client-facing reports, project updates, and campaign summaries that translate data, media coverage, and engagement metrics into clear, actionable insightsCoordinate logistics and project management for meetings, events, stakeholder engagements, internal working sessions, and awareness campaigns, including agendas, briefing materials, vendor coordination, timelines, approvals, budgets, and status documentsSupport campaign planning, new business proposals, team brainstorming, and cross-practice collaboration while staying current on business, AI, media, and communications trendsQualifications
2-3 years of experience in public relations, communications, corporate communications, marketing, public affairs, or a related field; agency experience is an assetPost-secondary education in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, business, political science, or a related disciplineStrong writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detailFamiliarity with social media platforms, media monitoring tools, and digital communications channelsInterest in corporate communications, reputation management, media relations, public affairs, business issues, and integrated campaigns across sectorsComfort using AI-enabled tools, such as ChatGPT, to support research, writing, summarization, and workflow efficiency, with appropriate fact-checking and judgmentAbilities
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and reliable follow-throughAbility to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environmentProactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking direction while anticipating what needs to happen nextCollaborative team player who enjoys supporting different teams, practices, and client filesCurious, adaptable, and motivated to continuously learn and grow across sectors and communications disciplinesWhat we offer
Hybrid work environment and a supportive, collegial office cultureCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsBroad exposure to client work across the Toronto office and National's practice areasOpportunities to work on high-profile mandates with leading organizations across sectorsProfessional development, coaching, and growth opportunities within a national team, with occasional travel as required by client and team needsExpected compensation
The expected salary for this role is $50,000-$62,500 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.
How to apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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