Bilingual Senior Consultant, Corporate Affairs - FleishmanHillard Canada

FleishmanHillard (FH) is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands.  FH has built its reputation on creating customized, integrated solutions that deliver what our clients value most: meaningful, positive, and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations, while meeting their specific challenges or opportunities. At FH, our culture values talented, nimble, creative people who both are exemplary leaders and effective team players. FH values the importance of impact and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people, and create spaces for everyone to thrive. We stay true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our impact and inclusion goals.

We’re looking for a bilingual Senior Consultant (English and French) to join our Corporate Affairs team; someone who is energized by business storytelling, media relations and helping organizations build and protect their reputation across Canada’s diverse media and stakeholder landscape.

In this role, you’ll work closely with colleagues and clients across a variety of sectors, supporting mandates that often require communications in both official languages. You’ll help deliver thoughtful, high-quality communications programs that support business goals and strengthen stakeholder trust.  This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-moving environment, takes pride in impactful communications, and is motivated by being part of a team that values ideas, initiative and collaboration.

If you’re someone who likes to stay informed, think strategically and contribute meaningfully every day, we’d love to meet you.

As a Senior Consultant, you’ll play an important role in both client work and our team culture. Your responsibilities will include:

• →Monitoring the North American news landscape and identifying relevant issues, opportunities and emerging conversations for clients
• →Developing thoughtful media pitches, story ideas and angles that resonate with business, financial, and consumer media in English and French
• →Building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists and other key external stakeholders
• →Supporting corporate affairs program activations, including executive thought leadership, speaking opportunities, sponsored content, and sponsorships
• →Managing day-to-day client interactions with professionalism, responsiveness and sound judgment
• →Bringing forward ideas and recommendations to help address client challenges and advance communications objectives
• →Managing the day-to-day running of key accounts, including timelines, project trackers, budgets and deliverables
• →Contributing to a positive, collaborative and high-performing team environment
• →Mentoring and supporting junior team members by sharing your skills, experience and perspective
• →Supporting new business efforts through research, competitive analysis, stakeholder assessment and proposal development

We’re looking for someone who combines strong communications fundamentals with a thoughtful, team-oriented approach. Ideally, you bring:

• 3-4 years of experience in client service and/or corporate communications, with exposure to multiple sectors such as corporate, financial, healthcare, and food
• A genuine interest in the world of business and current affairs, with a strong understanding of key corporate and financial media
• Excellent writing skills in French and English and the ability to adapt tone and messaging for different audiences and platforms
• Experience developing media pitches and securing coverage through strong story angles and relationship-building
• Experience working within integrated communications programs, with an understanding of how earned media connects to owned, paid, social/influencer, and sponsored content
• An understanding of business-to-consumer PR programs
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with a range of colleagues and clients
• Strong problem-solving skills and a calm, thoughtful approach to navigating challenges
• The ability to think ahead, anticipate needs and stay organized in a busy environment
• Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities
• A desire to keep learning, growing and building new skills
• A passion for building and supporting team culture
• An understanding of budget management and account administration
• A bachelor’s or graduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field is preferred, but not essential

The salary range for this role is $70,000- $80,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.  Beyond your base pay, our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Dental Benefits, with a Flexible Spending Account
• Generous PTO Including 3 Weeks Vacation + 13 Paid Company Holidays
• 10 Paid Sick/Wellness Days
• An RRSP with Employer Matching Component

• Hybrid Work Environment (3 days weekly in-office)
• Flex Hours
• Data Reimbursement
• Professional Development Fund

• Access to OPR Learning and Training Initiatives
• Global Mentoring Program

Why Join FleishmanHillard Canada?

At FleishmanHillard Canada, you’ll be part of a team that cares deeply about great work, strong relationships and creating an environment where people can do their best and grow their careers. You’ll have the chance to work on meaningful client mandates, learn from talented colleagues and contribute to work that helps shape conversations and build trust.

How to Apply

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*Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada indefinitely.

FleishmanHillard Canada is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, provincial, or municipal law. We support persons with disabilities with accommodation during our recruitment and selection process. Individual accommodation will be provided as requested to candidates who are selected for assessment.  We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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