Fasken Martineau is a leading international business law and litigation firm. Our firm’s 700
lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec
City, London and Johannesburg. Providing strategic and thoughtful advice in all areas of
business law, our broad range of clients include close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as
well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and
individuals.
At Fasken Martineau, we seek to attract and retain the best talent and legal minds. Our lawyers
are supported by a team of equally talented and committed administrative staff who work in a
high performing environment that emphasizes collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit. Our
firm culture supports and encourages diversity and we are actively involved in a number of
charities in our communities. We invest in our technology, in our processes, and in our people
and provide a challenging and stimulating place to work and grow. For additional information
about the firm or this position, please visit our website at www.fasken.com.
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Job Summary
An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for a Communications Specialist with our firm.
You will join a dynamic and fast-paced environment, supporting internal communications
activities aimed at raising awareness within the Firm of our strategy and successes. This position
also supports external communications activities aimed at raising our profile with clients,
potential clients and the media. This position involves a large volume of writing and editing as
well as management of a wide range of communications materials and projects, including news
releases, fact sheets, website copy, newsletters and magazine articles.
Hours of work are from 9 am to 5 pm. Occasional pre-authorized overtime may be required to
meet client needs.
At Fasken Martineau, success means:
 A clear and engaging business writing style and the ability to write quickly under a
deadline.
 Attention to detail for editing as well as the ability to zoom out and understand the big
picture.
 An eye for a good story and an ear for a great hook.
 Strong project management skills, attention to detail, interpersonal skills and priorities
management skills.
 The ability to multitask, prioritize work assignments, meet deadlines, and respond to
changing priorities.
 The ability to find solutions and work independently where required.
 Impeccable proofreading and grammar skills.
 The ability to work with and lead others as part of a team.
 A proven track record of working successfully with high-level executives, as well as
building strong, collaborative relationships.
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Primary Responsibilities
 Manage communications projects
 Write and edit various marketing and communications collateral materials
 Lead, write and/or edit content for external publications
 Lead, write and coordinate completion of internal communications items
 Write and facilitate news releases, web postings and related media-focused tasks
 Coordinate various communications tasks
 Lead special communications projects as directed
 Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge and Experience
 A Degree in English, History, Communications, Public Relations or Journalism coupled
with a minimum of 5 years of journalistic experience in the legal industry or in a
professional services environment.
 Proficient knowledge with Microsoft Office (version 2010) suite of tools, particularly
Word and PowerPoint.
 A broad understanding of how the media works and thorough knowledge of marketing
and communications, within legal or professional services
 Ideally, the candidate will speak both English and French
Supervision
This role reports to the Branding & Marketing Manager.
Accessibility and Accommodation
It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our
workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on
request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Background and Reference Checks
Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal
record check, a credit check and employment and educational verifications. A reference check
will also be conducted.
Your Application
Qualified candidates are asked to submit their application by e-mail to [email protected].
Please indicate the position you are applying for in your cover letter. We appreciate hearing from
all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match
our requirements will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.