Marketing and Communications Manager

DEPT®•Toronto, ON

5d•CA$105,000 - CA$130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is part of our Global Studios team. We create emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products and campaigns at scale and speed. Our specialty is hyper-personalised, digital communications that change perceptions, shape new behaviours, and shift market share for our clients. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Marketing and Communications Manager to lead strategic communications initiatives supporting major business priorities and regulatory launches for eBay's Global Regulatory team. This role is ideal for a seasoned communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced corporate environment, enjoys collaborating with senior leaders, and can connect multiple communications channels into cohesive, high-impact campaigns. The successful candidate brings strong corporate and technology-sector experience, exceptional writing and storytelling abilities, and a polished, proactive approach. We’re looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with execution excellence — and who brings positive energy, curiosity, and a genuinely engaging personality to the team.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs, strategic communications, or related fields
Experience working within the technology sector or fast-paced corporate environments
Proven ability to work effectively with senior executives and leadership teams
Strong people management and team leadership experience
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
Advanced presentation development skills, particularly in Google Slides
Experience managing integrated communications campaigns across multiple channels
Background directing agencies and managing video/content production projects
Strong understanding of social media strategy and communications best practices
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Exceptional organizational and project management abilities
Highly proactive, polished, and detail-oriented
Comfortable building relationships and engaging stakeholders over Zoom and in person

Nice To Haves

Strategic thinker who can connect the dots across communications channels and audiences
Self-starter who takes initiative and drives projects forward
Collaborative and relationship-oriented with strong executive presence
Brings a positive attitude, strong emotional intelligence, and an engaging, approachable personality
Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and timelines

Responsibilities

Develop and execute integrated communications strategies to support business objectives and regulatory initiatives
Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior executives and internal stakeholders
Manage communications timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination
Create polished executive presentations and strategic storytelling materials in Google Slides
Lead the development of communications materials including: Fact sheets, Executive messaging, Direct mail campaigns, Internal and external content, Social media content, Launch communications, Developing Google decks
Understanding of data analytics
Partner with and direct external agencies on creative development, video production, and campaign execution
Provide communications guidance and strategic counsel across multiple teams and initiatives
Ensure messaging consistency across all communications channels
Manage staff of 2 people
Oversee content management and support campaign execution from planning through delivery
Maintain a high standard of professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail

Benefits

A flexible, hybrid working policy.
An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
Mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.
15 days paid holiday annually (plus Public Holidays).
Refreshments are provided in the office all week.
Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.
Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®.
A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.