Junior Associate
McMillan Vantage
Description
The business
When businesses or organizations have a pressing challenge, McMillan Vantage has the senior expertise with a deep understanding of what you need to know, when you need it most. Our vision is to become the firm of choice for clients requiring government relations, strategic communications, advocacy, Corporate Purpose and Sustainability advisory services. McMillan Vantage is unique in Canada thanks to our strategic partnership with one of Canada’s leading national business law firms—McMillan LLP. Learn more here.
The role
Do you know how to write a compelling message? Do you think critically from all angles about the steps organizations take in the face of a crisis? Have you developed and pitched a story to media?
If you’re looking to build a career in communications, issues management, public relations, crisis communications and digital, marketing and social impact consulting, McMillan Vantage is hiring a Junior Associate to support the firm’s strategic communications and PR work.
We’re looking for a strong communicator, a critical thinker and a tight writer who’s developed a unique perspective to communications work through education and relevant work experience (paid or volunteer).
Team Vantage operates in a hybrid model. You are encouraged to spend the equivalent of two days a week in office; the role commences May 13, 2024, or on a mutually agreed upon date.
The responsibilities
McMillan Vantage consultants are talented, highly organized team players with the ability to work effectively on several projects at the same time. Some of the responsibilities for a Junior Associate include:
- Developing excellent first drafts of materials such as communications plans, messaging and Q&A documents, briefing or issues notes, Power Point presentations, media releases, content strategies, and social media content under the direction of more senior consultants.
- Researching and distilling complex information to support product development and briefings; familiarity with AI platforms and uses.
- Maintaining media engagement to understand and flag emerging issues and trends affecting our clients.
- Producing video, written and graphic content for websites and social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, IG and Twitter); understanding social media analytics and reporting.
- Supporting media and social strategy development, drafting media and influencer lists, ideating on pitches and building relationships.
- Performing traditional and social media monitoring scans and reporting across various platforms to deadline.
- Managing projects involving multiple stakeholders and service providers (including graphic designers, photographers, videographers, etc.), and developing systems to keep the team on track.
- Delivering account support such as organizing meetings, producing call summaries, creating project schedules and recapping action items.
- Learning about new sectors and issues in support of McMillan Vantage new business development.
The qualifications and competencies
- Completed an undergraduate or master’s degree in communications, journalism, political science, history, or a related field
- Proven experience working independently with strong time and project management skills
- Excellent verbal, writing and editing skills in English (French is an asset)
- Ability to learn while doing and commitment to continuous improvement
- Share in our commitment to advancing The Vantage Way and producing the highest quality of work for our clients
The details
Please apply by submitting a resume and thoughtfully answering the Application Questions found here:
A cover letter is optional.
We thank all applicants in advance, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.