At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead PR, social, and influencer campaigns while mentoring early-career colleagues.
- Company: Join Burson, a global leader in communications and brand reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy health benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience diverse practice areas and grow your career in an entrepreneurial environment.
- Why this job: Work with top brands and be part of a creative, dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 5-7 years in consumer PR, strong storytelling skills, and a passion for trends.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 95000 $ per year.
Who we are: Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.
More about the role: Burson Canada has an existing opportunity for a Senior Consultant to join our dynamic Consumer & Brand team in Toronto. If you are interested in joining a group of industry-leading brand builders and working with some of the world's most well-respected brands, we want to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to lead programs within the Consumer PR space, while also working alongside an ambitious and growing national team.
Our ideal candidate is a high agency self-starter, tapped into emerging social trends, is culturally fluent, and brings a proven track record of executional excellence. We are looking for people who love what they do, value different perspectives, bring energy to their work and are excited to roll up their sleeves to help push our work even further.
Here's what you'd be doing:
- Leading day-to-day programming on PR, social & influencer campaigns
- Overseeing early-career colleagues' work
- Playing an active role in managing the client experience, anticipating needs before they arise
- You don't just clock trends - you see them coming, and bring those insights to your work
- Leveraging your existing media relationships and continuing to develop new ones
- Ship with taste and precision, ensuring all of your work meets high standards
- Contributing creativity, passion and expertise to an entrepreneurial team environment where everyone's voice is heard, highly valued and rewarded
What you'll need to get here:
- 5-7 years' experience in a consumer PR role (prior agency experience preferred)
- Undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution
- Natural curiosity and genuine passion for storytelling
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Tapped into emerging social trends and culture
- A deep understanding of the consumer PR & influencer space
- Experience executing integrated communications programs (media relations, influencer engagement, digital, community management, events, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills that can be applied across various platforms
- Strong project management skills, with high attention to detail
What else is in it for you?
- Full health benefits package-including paid time off, schedule flexibility, wellness reimbursement, and more
- Strong leadership with a focus on entrepreneurial thinking, mentoring, learning + development to help you grow, expand your skills and become your professional best
- A passionate, smart, fun, and creative culture
- The opportunity to work on some of the world's most well-respected brands
- Dynamic experience and exposure to different practice areas beyond Consumer PR - including corporate communications, technology, health, public affairs and more
Senior Consultant, Consumer & Brand in Toronto employer: bursonglobalcareers
At Burson, part of WPP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with iconic brands in a dynamic environment. Located in Ontario, our collaborative atmosphere encourages creativity and strategic thinking, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in influencer marketing.
