Director Content Marketing

Job Description

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

Please note this is a contract opportunity ending on January 2028

The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway.

Business Overview

The Director is responsible for leading Content Marketing. Under the general direction of VP Marketing, the Director is responsible for crafting the overall vision, strategy, and direction for the team and guiding the implementation of the marketing content strategy in B2B and B2C channels. Through the team, the Director is accountable for delivering the creation and distribution of marketing content across multiple platforms and formats to drive sales, acquisition of new business, increase investor and advisor engagement, and promote Fidelity’s brand, products, and services to both advisors and investors. This team is also responsible for the go‑to‑market plan and execution of all new product launch campaigns.

Key Accountabilities

Responsible for setting the vision, direction, and execution for content marketing

• Provides strategic and creative leadership for content marketing from concept through execution and measurement.
• Leads high‑performing teams responsible for developing content across channels and formats to drive sales, financial advisor engagement, and brand impact.
• Partners closely with Product and Sales leadership to align content strategy to business priorities.
• Establishes clear goals and holds leaders accountable for results.
• Drives innovation and focuses the team on the highest‑value opportunities.

Builds and leads a high‑performing team

• Develops strong leaders and teams through coaching, feedback, and accountability.
• Supports talent planning, succession, retention, and ongoing development.
• Leads goal setting and performance management aligned to business strategy.
• Fosters engagement and a culture consistent with Fidelity’s values.

Owns content marketing strategy, planning and budget

• Develops long‑term content marketing plans that translate business goals into actionable priorities.
• Develop and execute content strategies for the B2B financial advisor‑sold channel and B2C wealth management.
• Anticipates future capability needs across people, content, and tools.
• Builds strong business cases and secures alignment from senior leaders and partners for content marketing initiatives.

Acts as a key strategic partner and subject matter expert

• Presents content strategy recommendations to senior executives and influences decision‑making.
• Builds stakeholder alignment on priorities and resource allocation.
• Ensures the team remains focused on the most important initiatives.

Skills, Knowledge And Experience

• Ability to think creatively and strategically by creating short‑ and long‑term plans and leveraging team to execute.
• Strong influencing and partnership skills across multiple stakeholders including senior executives.
• Proven people leadership skills, and the ability to develop and leverage the capabilities of a high‑performing team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation, including copywriting and strong editorial mindset.
• Project management, strong organizational skills and ability to quickly pivot and manage changing priorities.
• Have a deep working knowledge of the financial services industry with a solid understanding of wealth management and personal finance. (registered account types, tax, estate planning, retirement)
• FinTech content creation experience is an asset.

Education And Skills

• University Degree (Bachelor Degree) or equivalent work experience.
• 7 years of experience in marketing or communications function.
• 5 years of experience leading 1 or 2 marketing functions and growing a high performing marketing team.
• B2B and/or B2C marketing and communications experience, ideally in asset management, wealth management, or financial technology.
• Campaign planning and strategy, including product launches and sales enablement.
• Digital marketing experience.

Nice to Have

• Bilingual – Written and Verbal French

Compensation

This contract role offers a flexible, hourly compensation model that reflects your expertise and the value you bring. The hourly rate ranges from $72 – $98 , based on experience and qualifications. We offer market‑aligned rates that recognize the specialized skills and agility required for this role.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements – 100% remote, hybrid, and in‑office options.
• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you.
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer‑paid premiums, that include up to $6000 annually for mental health services and therapy.
• Parental leave top‑up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks.
• Up to $650 for home office equipment.
• Generous time‑off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice.
• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally‑protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at