Job Description

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity
EY is on a mission to build a better working world and we know that authentic and dynamic storytelling is critical to engaging media, customers and the public at large with our purpose. We have a lot of stories to tell at EY, and we need your help to tell them.
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and services we deliver help build trust and confidence in capital markets and global economies. The successful candidate will join a national team of communicators developing thoughtful, integrated and forward-thinking public relations strategies, approaches and messages to drive media coverage and engagement around a variety of business priorities.
Were looking for a natural-born communicator with a passion for writing and relationship building, a can-do attitude, keen eye for detail, curiosity and the confidence to challenge the conventional and deliver better and bolder ideas. The candidate will team across the firm to drive public relations activities and execution in support of the firms strategic priorities.
If status quo isnt in your vocabulary, and youre interested in being challenged, stretching your knowledge of market and industry trends, excited by a very fast-paced environment and looking for a collaborative team, youve come to the right place.
Your key responsibilities:

• Support business objectives and firm values through thoughtful, timely and creative PR efforts that engage external audiences and our people.
• Draft and edit key PR materials, including press releases, key messages, briefing documents, talking points, statements, bylined articles, blogs and more.
• Follow news cycles and market trends to share competitive intel, industry best practices and identify proactive opportunities for the PR team.
• Translate complex, technical material into compelling, newsworthy content with unique points of view and line of sight into content whitespace areas in the market.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare monthly coverage updates, as well as regular reports.
• Measure and report on public relations results to the wider team and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage a database of media contacts and build targeted media lists for initiatives.
• Proactively contribute ideas and creativity to brainstorming and planning discussions, as well as team meetings, to support quarterly plans.
• Address ad hoc, quick turnaround public relations requests based on business, market or public events and initiatives that arise.
• Collaborate and actively share information with communications, social, digital and brand teams to ensure an integrated approach to maximize our impact in the market.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Stellar writing skills, with the ability to understand and communicate complex ideas persuasively and efficiently through digital, social, print and spoken channels.
• A strategic and growth mindset focused on initiating new ideas and stories to elevate the EY brand through external media channels.
• Ability to think outside the box and contribute innovative ideas with a strong understanding of how best to deliver tactics across different channels.
• Extreme attention to detail, editing and proofreading skills, and high-quality standards for timely product delivery.
• Understanding of public relations measurement tools, tactics and benchmarks (familiarity using a newswire platform and/or Meltwater an asset).
• Readiness and comfortability working in a very fast-paced, complex, yet dynamic work environment and ability to multitask on a variety of different projects, while operating with a sense of urgency.
• A team-player with a strong desire to learn and collaborate as part of an integrated team.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Post-secondary education in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing communications or a related field.
• Minimum one to three years professional experience in related field.
• Organized and articulate, with impeccable attention to detail.
• Outstanding written, oral and presentation skills.
• Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.

What we offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way thats right for you

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $52,400 to $78,600. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.
Diversity and Inclusion at EY
Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. Were committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advocating for the 2SLGBT+ community, promoting our Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous people (First Nations, Inuit, and M\xc3\xa9tis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.


EY | Building a better working world
EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.