Communications Specialist – Amazon – Toronto, ON

Amazon Canada is looking for a Communications Specialist to join its International Stores and Corporate Communications team, based at the Amazon Toronto Tech Hub. This is a strategic, high-visibility role for a seasoned PR professional who thrives at the intersection of earned media, corporate storytelling, and stakeholder engagement — all in one of the most dynamic tech environments in the country.

Beyond managing Amazon’s broader corporate reputation in Canada, this role also leads communications for Amazon Ads, telling the story of how the business delivers AI-powered, full-funnel advertising at scale — from Prime Video and Live Sports streaming to advanced ad tech serving businesses of every size. If you’re a strong writer with deep media relationships and a nose for a compelling narrative, this is a role worth exploring.

About the Role: Communications Specialist

Day to day, you’ll be driving proactive public relations plans that put Amazon’s positive impact front and centre — highlighting how the company creates value for Canadian customers, employees, communities, and the broader economy. You’ll lead earned, paid, social, and owned media strategies, plan experiential events, and serve as a trusted spokesperson representing Amazon with media and external stakeholders.

Internally, this role connects across multiple business units — including Public Policy, Retail, Advertising, and Operations — to craft compelling stories for both external and internal audiences. You’ll also manage reputational issues with sound judgment and need to be comfortable exercising that judgment quickly, often under tight deadlines and in complex situations.

Benefits and Salary

The base salary range for this position is $71,500 to $119,400 CAD annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon’s total compensation package may also include sign-on payments and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). On the benefits side, employees receive comprehensive coverage including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, and basic life and AD&D), a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), and paid time off, along with additional resources to support health and well-being.

Responsibilities

This role covers a wide range of public relations and communications functions, from building media relationships and managing issues to developing creative storytelling campaigns. You’ll be expected to work proactively, manage a high volume of competing priorities, and consistently deliver results to a high standard.

• Monitor industry trends and the evolving media landscape to develop new earned, owned, and paid communications approaches
• Develop and drive communications plans, programs, and content in support of Amazon’s business and corporate reputation
• Build and foster media relationships by serving as a trusted source and spokesperson on behalf of Amazon
• Provide communications counsel to business leaders across Amazon’s Canadian operations
• Manage reputational issues with sound judgment, particularly in time-sensitive situations
• Develop creative storytelling concepts and effective approaches to complex communications challenges
• Maintain painstaking attention to detail while managing a high volume of requests and competing deadlines
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Public Policy, Retail, Advertising, and Operations teams to craft compelling narratives for internal and external audiences

Requirements / Skills

Amazon is looking for a seasoned communications professional with a proven track record in consumer, corporate, and/or B2B public relations. The ideal candidate brings strong media relationships, sharp writing ability, and the confidence to represent a major brand externally — while also navigating a complex, fast-moving internal environment.

• 5+ years of professional communications or public relations experience, ideally in an agency or in-house media-facing role
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or a related field
• Strong written and oral communications skills with a demonstrated ability to craft compelling narratives
• Knowledge of local reporters, content creators, and community leaders with a proven track record of building strong external relationships
• Working fluency in French and English is considered a strong asset
• Communications experience with internet, technology, retail, advertising, and/or transportation companies is preferred
• Creativity and flexibility, with demonstrated ability to deliver results under tight deadlines in a complex organization

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Amazon job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and tailored to the communications experience outlined in this posting before submitting.

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