Freelance Content Writer

Job Overview

We are seeking a talented Freelance Content Writer to create engaging, high-quality content across various digital platforms. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work remotely, contributing to diverse projects that require strong writing skills and strategic thinking. The ideal candidate will have a background in human resources, health and safety or training and development.

Duties

• HR Content Developer (Remote – Freelance, Part-Time)

Location: Remote (Canada)

Hours: Approximately 10-25 hours per week

Position Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor

About HR Proactive Inc.

HR Proactive Inc. is a Canadian workplace training, human resources, workplace investigations, and health and safety consulting firm. We develop professional HR resources, training programs, eLearning courses, policies, manuals, toolkits, forms, templates, and PowerPoint presentations used by organizations across Canada.

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented HR Content Developer to join our remote team and assist with the development of premium-quality HR, Health & Safety, and Workplace Training resources.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys researching complex topics, writing clear and engaging content, and producing polished, publication-quality documents.

Key Responsibilities

• Research HR, workplace training, employment law, human rights, workplace investigations, and occupational health and safety topics
• Develop HR and Health & Safety toolkits, guides, manuals, templates, forms, checklists, and workplace resources
• Create and format professional Microsoft Word documents to publication standards
• Design professional PowerPoint presentations and training materials
• Write eLearning content, case studies, workplace scenarios, knowledge checks, and learner activities
• Edit, proofread, and quality-check content for accuracy, consistency, grammar, formatting, and style
• Follow established style guides and branding standards
• Ensure all materials are clear, accurate, practical, and professionally presented

QualificationsRequired

• Exceptional written communication skills
• Strong research and analytical abilities
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Strong editing and proofreading skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Experience creating professional business documents and training materials

Preferred

• Background in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, Adult Education, Learning & Development, Instructional Design, or a related field
• Experience developing workplace training materials
• Experience writing policies, procedures, manuals, guides, or toolkits
• Experience creating eLearning content
• HR or Health & Safety designation considered an asset

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Notices formatting inconsistencies immediately
• Has a passion for research and content development
• Can transform complex information into clear, engaging, plain-language content
• Takes pride in producing polished, publication-ready materials
• Has a strong eye for detail and quality
• Is comfortable receiving feedback and making revisions
• Works efficiently while maintaining a high standard of accuracy

Compensation

Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Application Process

Please submit:

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience
• Samples of your work, if available (guides, manuals, policies, forms, PowerPoint presentations, training materials, eLearning content, etc.)

Selected candidates will be asked to complete a paid assessment involving research, writing, formatting, and content development using Microsoft Word.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Remote