Director, Content (capital markets / investor relations experience)

Kingsdale Advisors is hiring a Sr Business Writer / Content Director to lead the development of authoritative, analytical and sector-specific reports and commentary in support of our shareholder and governance advisory work.

We are looking for a seasoned financial communications writer with capital markets or investor relations experience. Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Communications, the ideal candidate has a strong track record of producing in-depth analysis, reports and commentary for C-suite, board members, investors and other senior decision makers in capital markets.

In this role, you will own the full lifecycle of thought leadership content: ideation, development, publication, measurement and continuous improvement to align with marketing goals. You will create formal, high-impact materials that reinforce Kingsdale’s position as the premium advisory partner for complex shareholder and governance matters.

Why Kingsdale?

• Influence the perspectives of Canada’s top business leaders.
• Shape the narrative in shareholder and governance advisory through industry-leading content.
• Join a team with a 100% client win rate during the 2025 proxy season.
• Work in a collaborative, high-performance environment where your content drives measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, analyze and author comprehensive reports on proxy season, M&A, shareholder activism, governance issues and related sector-specific developments (for example, mining, insurance and energy).
• Work with various departments within Kingsdale to leverage internal expertise and build exclusive content that supports strategic campaigns and elevates our value proposition.
• Develop content that sets industry benchmarks, including thought leadership for annual reports, white papers, case studies and executive briefings.
• Deliver timely, data-driven commentary on market developments, regulatory changes and emerging risks and opportunities in key sectors.
• Repurpose thought leadership into multiple content assets to maximize reach across channels, including executive summaries, infographics, article series and social content.
• Track content performance metrics including engagement and downloads to refine content strategy, improve impact and support sales and marketing.
• Monitor industry trends to help maintain Kingsdale’s leadership position in shareholder and governance advisory.
• Support ad-hoc client communications needs including press releases and letters to shareholders.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in business journalism, investor relations or corporate communications within financial services, capital markets or advisory firms.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality formal reports and sector-specific analysis for C-suite audiences.
• Exceptional research, writing and editing skills, with the ability to swiftly turn complex information into clear, actionable insight.
• Strong understanding of proxy contests, M&A, shareholder activism and governance trends.
• Experience using content analytics platforms and applying data to shape content strategy.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, specialized environment.
• Familiarity with content management systems and digital publishing workflows is an asset.

Equity Statement

Kingsdale Advisors is a staunch advocate for diversity in all its forms, and especially welcomes applications from members of the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) community, women, people with disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and those of diverse intersectional identities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process as well as part of employment with Kingsdale Advisors. In accordance with the AODA Act, for applicants with disabilities accommodation will be provided throughout the search process.