Corporate Communications Specialist – Contract

ROLE AT A GLANCE

The Internal Communications Specialist is responsible for executing internal communications that support organizational priorities, enhance employee engagement, and ensure consistent messaging across the business.

This role works both independently, and closely with leadership, Human Resources, and cross-functional teams to deliver clear, timely, and impactful communications across multiple channels. The position plays a key role in connecting employees to company initiatives, programs, and leadership messaging.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute internal communications plans aligned with business priorities and leadership direction
• Ensure consistency in tone, clarity, and brand across all communications
• Support executive communications, including CEO messaging and blog content
• Assist with sensitive communications such as workforce changes and leadership updates
• Develop and deliver communications for HR programs, policies, and employee initiatives
• Manage recurring communications including announcements, milestones, and engagement campaigns
• Oversee internal communication channels (email, SharePoint, Teams, digital signage platform)
• Lead weekly internal newsletter production and distribution
• Track engagement metrics and optimize communication effectiveness
• Oversee planning and execution of corporate town halls
• Coordinate messaging across departments to ensure alignment and visibility of key initiatives
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to support communication needs

What You Bring To The Table

• 3–6+ years of experience in internal or corporate communications
• Exceptional copy writing, editing, and storytelling/creative writing skills
• Ability to balance tasks independently while also engaging with various internal teams
• Experience supporting executive-level communications and handling sensitive messaging
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint and Microsoft Teams
• Experience working with internal communication platforms and digital tools
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Experience supporting internal events and engagement initiatives is an asset
• Experience with Canva, InDesign or similar design tools is considered an asset

Life at WalterFedy

As a national, innovative, multi-discipline design and construction collective, our ambition goes beyond great design – we are here to enhance the world around us. We need a team of agile, ambitious, and big-picture thinkers who share our drive to harness our collective talents to do something bigger.

Our team is made up of the industry's best. We share a common commitment to questioning the ordinary, infusing everything we do with creativity, and challenging our industry to redefine what’s possible.

Join us as we move past working for a living, and toward building better communities with smart, influential design.

How To Apply

Please apply with your resume and use the link at the top of this page. You will be redirected to our internal application platform.

WalterFedy strives to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity hiring practice and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship, status, age, sex, gender identity/expression, marital or domestic partnership status, or disability.

Should you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact hr@walterfedy.com or call 519-576-2150.

Thank you for your interest in WalterFedy!

Please note that we utilize AI-powered tools to enhance our recruitment process. These tools assist us in managing applications efficiently and ensuring a fair evaluation of all candidates. Rest assured, every application is reviewed by our recruitment team, and AI is used to support, not replace, our human decision-making.