Posted 22 days ago
Communications Specialist-C1236
@ City of London
London, Ontario
Overview
The City of London is hiring a full-time temporary Communications Specialist for up to one year, working under the Manager II, Communications. The role develops and evaluates communication plans for civic departments, writes media releases and newsletters, and coordinates the Corporate Communications Committee. Pay is $57,720 to $82,894 (Level 12), hybrid work, weekday hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with possible evenings and Saturdays.
Responsibilities:
- Develops and evaluates communication plans for civic departments
- Writes media releases and public service announcements
- Writes, designs and edits newsletters and print materials
- Coordinates the Corporate Communications Committee
- Liaises with community groups and outside agencies
Requirements summary:
- Two-year community college diploma in public relations, journalism or corporate communications
- Three to four years of related experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- IABC or APR accreditation preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Communications |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Public Relations, Journalism, Corporate Communications |
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City of London
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Dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally-successful UK.
Full company description
The City of London Corporation is the governing body of the Square Mile dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally successful UK. You are welcome to leave reply or message us a comment via LinkedIn, but if you'd like a reply please contact us direclty via email or telephone. >>> We're working hard to... - contribute to a flourishing society - Shape outstanding environments - Support a thriving economy By strengthening the character, capacity and connections of the City, London and the UK for the benefit of people who live, learn, work and visit. We are located at Guildhall but also have offices at Mansion House, Walbrook Wharf and outside the Square Mile in relation to our green spaces and other facilities. >>> What we are responsible for Providing services for residents (and City businesses) in the Square Mile, but not those of other boroughs. Check out our Corporate Plan:https://www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/about-us/plans-policies/our-corporate-plan
- LinkedIn followers
- 100,589
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,245
- Reported office locations
- Guildhall, Aldermanbury, London, Greater London EC2V 7HH, GB
- Business categories
- Information Technology
- Communities
- Non Profit
- Association
- Government
- Other recorded names
- City of London
- City of London Corporation
- Specialties
- Support and Promote the City
- Support for the Economic development of surrounding boroughs
- and High Quality Local Services for the square mile
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 161,770,415
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
The City of London Corporation is the governing body of the Square Mile dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally successful UK. You are welcome to leave reply or message us a comment via LinkedIn, but if you'd like a reply please contact us direclty via email or telephone. >>> We're working hard to... - contribute to a flourishing society - Shape…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | London, Greater London |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1067 |
| Specialties | Support and Promote the CitySupport for the Economic development of surrounding boroughsand High Quality Local Services for the square mile |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
| View page |
File Number: | 4069 | Employee Group: | Local 101 |
Service Area: | City Manager's Office | Division: | Strategic Communications |
Job Type: | Full-Time Temporary (up to 1 year) | # of Openings: | 1 |
Summary of Duties:
Under the direction of the Manager II, Communications assists with corporate communications initiatives for the City of London. Develops, implements and evaluates communication plans and strategies for Civic Departments who do not have specific communication/marketing/public relations positions. Meets with the Corporate Communications Committee to develop and implement corporate communications initiatives by ensuring a cross-fertilization of ideas and resources.
Work Performed:
- Liaises, develops and sustains relationships with a wide range of community groups, Departments and outside agencies.
- Works with Civic Departments in a consultative role to help in the development of strategies, annual budgets and plans to ensure the most effective use of funds for communication.
- Coordinates work of Corporate Communications Committee and evaluates the priority of projects.
- Reviews appropriateness of print media requests for external publications with respect to content. Makes recommendations on materials, methods, approach, etc. to obtain the best quality of the product to ensure that all jobs are designed and produced in the most efficient and economical manner.
- Acts as a resource to external consultants on status of communication initiatives.
- Provides advice on desktop and electronic graphics technology, researches alternatives and suggests courses of action.
- Writes media releases and public service announcements as required.
- Evaluates requests from agencies, advisory and special committees to develop information, materials and strategies. Provides instruction for completion of projects having corporate impact.
- Researches and develops new information materials for internal publications. Writes copy and edits existing brochures, pamphlets, booklets and flyers for internal or external use. Makes or recommends changes.
- Responsible for writing, layout/design, production and budget for the corporate newsletter.
- Coordinates material and develops guidelines for all supplementary Departmental newsletters.
- Writes and designs presentation materials as required for topics having corporate impact.
- Investigates options and costs associated with using slide shows, videos, radio, TV and other broadcast materials as an alternative to print materials.
- Writes copy and edits print materials as required.
- Prepares and trains appropriate City of London staff on communication software, graphic design concepts, procedures and Corporate Communication Committee initiatives.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Two year community college Public Relations, Journalism or Corporate Communications Diploma.
Experience:
Three to four years' related experience.
Specialized Training & Licenses:
Skills and abilities in the following areas are necessary:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- IABC or APR accreditation preferable.
Compensation & Other Information:
$57,720 - $82,894 (Level 12)
This posting is for (1) temporary full-time position being filled on a temporary full-time basis for up to one year.
Current hours of Work: Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid. Subject to change in accordance with business requirements.
These hours of work are subject to change in accordance with the Collective Agreement and may include evening hours and Saturdays.
NOTE: Applicants may be required to complete a job related test.
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