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Toronto - Canada

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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Job Description

WHO IS RATEHUB

Were a company on a mission - We are a unique Canadian Fintech that is the one stop shop for all financial needs of the consumer - Save Spend Borrow Invest and Protect. Every single team member from product & engineering to sales & marketing finance operations and everything in between is obsessed with one thing; helping Canadians make better financial choices. And were pretty great at it too. Via our digital application technology and our award-winning in-house brokerages we help over 2M Canadians per month make a positive impact on their finances. We have many unique businesses - a mortgage brokerage a life insurance brokerage a home and auto insurance brokerage a mortgage originations and servicing business a Financial Services Marketplace and a content business across Ratehub and MoneySense. 365 days a year we deliver our users the best online mortgage experience personalized Credit Card and Loans options and cheaper auto & home insurance policies than they typically get from their existing financial adviser.

Changing how people make financial choices isnt easy though. We know that achieving our mission is full of challenges; challenges that can be complex and often unexpected but that are always interesting rewarding and fun to solve as a team. This is where you come in. We are on the hunt for the right kind of people to join us and help lead us forward to continued growth.

The Editor in Chief will shape the next chapter of MoneySense one of Canadas most trusted and award-winning personal finance media brands. Since joining Ratehub in 2018 MoneySense has remained proudly editorially independent and is focused on expanding its reach and impact.

Were looking for a leader who can combine editorial excellence with SEO and audience-growth expertise to help more Canadians feel confident in their financial decisions. But this role goes beyond editorial: youll be responsible for guiding the future of the brand ensuring MoneySense stays commercially viable strategically aligned and positioned for long-term growth in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

As Editor in Chief youll set the editorial vision refine content strategy and lead a talented team while also shaping how MoneySense continues to thrive as both a trusted resource and a successful business. This is a high-impact opportunity to grow a national brand shape financial conversations in Canada and lead MoneySense into its future.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

  • Define and execute a content strategy that establishes our publication as the go-to source for personal finance in Canada.
  • Identify emerging trends in digital publishing and personal finance leveraging them to maintain our competitive edge.
  • Collaborate with the CEO Business Unit Director Head of Product etc. and cross-functional teams (marketing product design) to align content with broader company objectives.

Content Strategy Development and Management

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy that aligns with organizational goals ensuring a consistent and compelling narrative across platforms.
  • Oversee the creation curation and distribution of high-quality engaging and accurate content across all platforms.
  • Set and uphold editorial standards ensuring all content adheres to our brand voice SEO best practices and legal guidelines.
  • Manage and mentor a team of writers editors freelancers and contributors fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Collaborate with the partner relations team to brainstorm and create engaging paid partner content and campaigns.
  • Occasionally craft high-quality data-driven content such as blogs articles reports white papers and multimedia assets that resonate with our audience.
  • Plan manage and execute a content calendar to ensure timely and impactful content delivery.

Audience Growth and Engagement

  • Develop strategies to expand audience reach retention and engagement through innovative content formats and platforms.
  • Analyze performance metrics and user feedback to refine the content strategy and meet evolving audience needs.
  • Expand the publications reach through partnerships syndication and collaborations with industry experts and influencers.

Brand Building

  • Act as the public face of the publication representing the brand at industry events media opportunities and conferences.
  • Cultivate a network of thought leaders experts and collaborators to enhance the publications authority and visibility.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Expertise

  • 7 years in editorial leadership roles ideally within digital publishing or personal finance.
  • Proven success in building and scaling content brands with a focus on audience growth and revenue generation.
  • Strong understanding of the Canadian personal finance landscape and digital media trends.
  • Experience in real estate-related content or a solid understanding of the real estate market is a significant plus.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to drive growth through innovative content strategies.
  • Exceptional editorial judgment and a passion for creating high-quality impactful content.
  • Proficient in CMS analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics) and project management software.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
  • Data-driven decision-maker with expertise in analytics tools and SEO best practices.

Personal Attributes

  • Passionate about personal finance and empowering Canadians to make informed financial decisions.
  • Highly collaborative with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Adaptable and forward-thinking able to thrive in a fast-paced evolving environment.

CULTURE FIT:

  • Members first - we prioritise the interests and needs of our members above all solve member pain points and focus on member satisfaction. We start with members and end with the P&L.
  • Growth mindset - we set ambitious goals and challenge the status quo. We take responsible risks and are accountable for our actions.
  • Better together - we are One team with One common goal. We make our footprint bigger than our foot leave our egos at the door support each other to achieve great results as One company.
  • Run after problems - we tackle problems head on and focus on finding solutions. Obstacles are seen as opportunities for growth and innovation. We have the hard conversations and choose the harder right over the easier wrong. And we do it with a smile.
  • Measure Learn Iterate Innovate - we focus on getting things done. We measure what matters iterate learn iterate many times in a data-driven way which is how we will innovate.

JOB PERKS:

  • Competitive salary: We know its expensive to live/work in Canada
  • Remote-first organization: we love opportunities to get together as a team but for the most part we offer our employees the flexibility to work anywhere in Canada
  • Flexible hours: Enjoy a couple more hours of sleep in the morning if you want
  • Benefits: Health is wealth! A benefits package with no employee contribution required
  • Perks: RRSP matching program individual training allowance fun team socials (remote AND in-person) and more!

Ratehub welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.


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