Discover a better place to grow your career; a place that's caring, engaging and rewarding. We're proud of our diverse culture of trust and respect. It's a culture guided by solid leadership and collaboration from every member of our organization. With so many opportunities to choose from, you'll see whyThe Co-operators is the better place for you.

The Opportunity

The Co-operators Group Limited is searching for a full-time Marketing Specialist for our Guelph or Burlington office.

Reporting to the Manager of Marketing Programs, the Marketing Specialist is responsible for applying highly developed marketing planning and execution skills to marketing programs. The Marketing Specialist is also responsible for the execution of our direct marketing, contest and response incentive programs.

Your Qualifications

• Three (3) - five (5) years related experience in a marketing/insurance environment to understand the intricacies of graphic design, print production and marketing communication

• Experience in financial services/insurance

• University degree (marketing, communication)

• Ability to initiate, plan, lead and measure projects

• Excellent organization, scheduling, time management and multi-tasking skills; ability to apply meticulous attention to detail in a busy environment

• Strong working knowledge of personal computer and software applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes) and internet principles and practices

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

The Reward

• Opportunity for career development including education opportunities, continuous training and career planning

• Flexible schedules to manage work/life commitments including personal days off

• Commitment to staff wellness including a comprehensive employee assistance program

• A generous compensation package including a competitive salary, a pension and benefits program, share purchase and employee incentive programs and paid vacation

• Opportunity to give back to your community through a directed donations program and paid volunteer days

If you are interested in a career with The Co-operators, please submit by July 18th, 2016.

The Co-operators group of companies are committed to providing a work environment that is inclusive and free of employment barriers and discrimination.  Accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process.  If you receive a request for an interview and you have a disability which will require an accommodation to support your participation, please consult with the hiring manager as soon as practical so that suitable accommodations can be arranged.

About The Co-operators

The Co‑operators Group Limited is a Canadian-owned co-operative. Through our group of companies, we offer home, auto, life, group, travel, commercial and farm insurance, as well as investment products. Our co-operative values make us a different kind of insurance company – one built on honesty, hard work and concern for the communities in which we live and work. We've received many accolades, including being ranked among the 50 Best Employers in Canada by Aon Hewitt, and the Top 50 Socially Responsible Corporations in Canada by Sustainalytics and Maclean's magazine. As a member of our team, you'll be part of a big organization with a small company feel, working alongside a highly engaged group of people who are passionate about what they do. And you'll see why we believe The Co‑operators truly is a better place to work.