Lead UX Researcher (Digital) – 18 Month Contract – The Globe and Mail – Toronto, ON

Company: The Globe and Mail

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 06 Sep 2024 22:22:30 GMT

Job description: COMPANY OVERVIEW:The Globe and Mail is a national icon and one of Canada’s most recognized media brands. We proudly serve as a trusted destination for Canadians seeking the highest caliber of journalism, and we’ve garnered international acclaim for our data visualization, design, and creative storytelling.We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity by reflecting all Canadians in both the stories that we tell and the composition of our workforce. We are proud partners with organizations like Indigenous Works, Pride at Work, the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and we are a signatory of the BlackNorth Initiative. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, we offer flexible work arrangements and support programs. We also invest in our employees’ growth through training and mentorship opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills and embrace new challenges.No matter your position at The Globe, you’ll be an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a positive difference in Canada. Join us.Position OverviewAre you curious about innovation in news media? Do you get excited about uncovering unmet user needs and insights that will become elemental to a user experience? Do you nerd out on systematizing your team’s research practice? If so, read on!As Lead UX researcher, you will create an Experience Vision for The Globe, and apply order and automation to our UX research operations and practice.What can you expect during 18 months working at The Globe? You will:

  • Analyze, organize, apply systems and automate our UX research operations
  • Dig into our existing research and data to map the complete user journey across all touchpoints
  • Do discovery work to deeply understand our readers’ personal contexts and uncover unmet needs that will be instrumental to our strategy to build an exceptional, possibly surprising and definitely delightful reader experience
  • Produce an Experience Vision that will be fundamental to The Globe’s product strategy
  • Communicate your findings to The Globe’s executive team, the Product Design team, and leaders in Editorial, Marketing and Revenue on a regular basis
  • Mentor our product design team to level up their research skills

You will bring:

  • 8+ years of experience in UX, with significant experience in UX research
  • Your passion for user experience and design thinking
  • A strong desire to be innovative within the news, content publishing and media industry
  • Experience optimizing a research library (we use Airtable), best-practices research techniques and templates, and systems to socialize findings
  • Confidence through experience communicating with leadership and facilitating stakeholder alignment
  • Charisma and clarity in oral communication and documentation
  • Experience working with data and metrics
  • Proven ability to translate both qualitative and quantitative insights to innovation in user experience
  • A positive attitude that embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace: you have a learning mindset and take initiative to act on feedback and information
  • Extensive experience using research tools such as Airtable, Miro, Google suite or Microsoft

WHY CHOOSE THE GLOBE:The Globe’s mission is to deliver essential content – news, information, analysis and insights – for aspiring individuals and strong communities. The Globe is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace that upholds our values of integrity, collaboration, innovation and accountability.As Canada’s most respected media brand The Globe is dedicated to making a difference to Canada and you can make a difference by working with us.WE OFFER:

  • Competitive compensation to ensure we hire, retain and reward team members
  • Hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance
  • Generous vacation and flexible work arrangements
  • Parental leave top-up
  • Competitive health and dental benefits
  • Defined Benefit pension plan
  • Annual wellness subsidy
  • On-site chiropractor and registered massage therapist
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Free digital subscription to globeandmail.com and 40% off other Globe products
  • Education assistance for external training courses

SUPPORTING YOUR GROWTH:

  • We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all employees, to enable everyone to reach their full potential. This commitment is embedded in our strategic plan and core values.
  • There are lateral and upward advancement opportunities for rewarding and developing careers.
  • We believe in mentorship and collaborative peer-to-peer learning and have both formal and informal programs in place to encourage knowledge-sharing.
  • We support continuing education and provide both internal and external opportunities for training and development.

VACCINATION POLICY:All offers of employment with The Globe and Mail are conditional upon the candidate being Fully Vaccinated. To be Fully Vaccinated is defined as someone who has received the full series of a vaccine or a combination of vaccines accepted by the Government of Canada (currently Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen) and has received the last dose at least 14 days prior to their start date. To prove they are Fully Vaccinated, all new hires will be required to provide evidence by emailing a copy of their vaccine dose administration receipt(s) to Human Resources prior to their start date. Those seeking exemption based on one or more of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code will need to provide their request for accommodation to Human Resources for approval. If the accommodation request is not approved and the candidate is not Fully Vaccinated, any offer of employment will be revoked.THE GLOBE AND MAIL IS DEDICATED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACEThe Globe and Mail is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We believe this strengthens our business and our journalism. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, age, and physical ability. As required by the Federal Contractors Program, The Globe also tracks the proportion of staff in the four Employment Equity categories (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Visible Minorities) to ensure we are reflecting the areas in which we work.The Globe and Mail offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

The Globe and Mail is a well-respected media brand in Canada, known for its high-quality journalism and commitment to diversity and inclusivity. They offer flexible work arrangements, support programs, and opportunities for growth and development for their employees. The company is looking to hire a Lead UX researcher who will be responsible for creating an Experience Vision for The Globe, optimizing research operations, and mentoring the product design team. They offer competitive compensation, a hybrid work environment, generous benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. The Globe is dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated. They welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Willis Towers Watson – Early Careers: Investments Internship – Winter 2025 – 4-8 month Co-op – Toronto – Toronto, ON

Company: Willis Towers Watson

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 07 Sep 2024 00:23:33 GMT

Job description: manager evaluation and research, investment performance evaluation and miscellaneous investment research. Love your work… including: setting of investment objectives, asset allocation, manager selection, performance measurement and evaluation…

The content focuses on the evaluation and research of investment managers, investment performance, and various investment research topics. It emphasizes the importance of elements such as setting investment objectives, asset allocation, manager selection, and performance evaluation in achieving successful investment outcomes. The author expresses appreciation for the work done in these areas and acknowledges their significance in the investment process.

IT Project Analyst – 6 Month Temp Full Time Contract – Sienna Living – Markham, ON

Company: Sienna Living

Location: Markham, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 22:22:07 GMT

Job description: our hardware refresh project with the primary responsibility of helping to configure, deploy and replace desktops and laptops… Centre Configuration Manager and other IT tools, as assigned. Performing other duties as assigned. Who…

Marketing Manager, App Store – Canada (15 Month Contract) – Apple – Toronto, ON

Company: Apple

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 22:12:00 GMT

Job description: Apps and games have super powers. They not only have the power to transform your iPhone into a personal trainer or your iPad into a digital dark room, but they can also enable you to fling some birds and pigs or run a racing team while you’re waiting for the bus. All these amazing possibilities live in the App Store. Communicating the potentially life changing capabilities of apps and transformative power of games to our customers is crucial to our business. Our marketing team works hard to get the word out, working together with business, editorial and partners to let our customers know about the best the App Store has to offer.Description DescriptionWe are looking for a passionate new member of our marketing team who is ready to help our customers discover not only what endless possibilities there are, but also highlight the work of our top notch editorial team. Love apps, games, and entertainment? Then we want to hear from you! IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: – Define and execute against local marketing priorities – Work closely with our editorial, business and marketing teams to build locally-relevant campaigns – Manage relationships with existing and prospective partners – Evangelize developer marketing guidelines and tools with Canadian developers – Work cross-functionally across Apple to elevate App Store priorities – Measure and optimize performance of all marketing activity – Apply knowledge of the business and the market to advance the organization’s goals – Remain hands-on with projects from beginning to endMinimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of experience in apps, games, or content marketing
  • Experience building impactful marketing campaigns across functions including partner marketing, growth marketing, and paid media

Key Qualifications Key QualificationsPreferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

  • A self-starter with the ability to think creatively and identify new opportunities
  • Partner marketing or growth marketing experience preferred
  • Highly collaborative with extraordinary social and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work with international peers collaboratively across timezones
  • Outstanding project management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Strong communication skills that convey a clear understanding of unique audiences
  • Analytical expertise to optimize performance and communicate results effectively to stakeholders
  • Passion for and understanding of Apple’s brand, products, and the App Store
  • Proficiency in French

Education & Experience Education & Experience

The content discusses the transformative power of apps and games in our lives, highlighting the importance of marketing to inform customers about the possibilities available in the App Store. The marketing team is looking for a new member to help create locally-relevant campaigns, manage relationships with partners, and optimize performance of marketing activities. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in apps, games, or content marketing, with strong collaboration and communication skills, as well as a passion for Apple’s brand and products. Proficiency in French is preferred.

Arup – Geospatial Analyst Intern (January 2025 – 4 or 8 month duration) – Toronto, ON

Company: Arup

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $21 – 33 per hour

Job date: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 06:42:41 GMT

Job description: A future with purposeAt Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.We solve the world’s most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organisation which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.We are looking for a GIS Analyst Intern to join the Digital Advisory, Software Development, Data & Geospatial team in our Toronto office. At Arup, your internship will provide you with a unique opportunity to be part of an outstanding community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work towards their professional goals.The opportunity

  • Data management, database schema definition and management, data visualizations.
  • User interface development, development of code/programs to automate workflows.
  • Understanding of spatial data structures (including 3D).
  • Development of web platforms, requirement gathering and process mapping.
  • Possible exposure to emerging technologies (i.e., AI, ML, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality) and their applicability to the Engineering domain in tandem with Geospatial technology.

Is this role right for you?We’re looking for current who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we’d like to hear from you.Required:

  • Student studying in areas such as GIS/Spatial Analysis, Computer Science, Software Development and Information Technology or similar fields
  • Technical expertise in using GIS
  • Solid grasp of data management
  • Curiosity about using GIS for programming, software development and visualization
  • Analytical capabilities, including use of ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS packages such as Network, Spatial and/or 3D Analyst
  • Authoring code for the automation of processes and workflows, particularly with knowledge of Python libraries such as arcpy
  • Ability to define and build database schemas and relationships, with specific experience using ESRI ArcSDE
  • Curiosity about the development and implementation of web GIS software using ArcGIS Enterprise and Portal
  • Documenting workflows, crafting standardized process documentation, and writing data processes
  • Curiosity about engineering standards and practices
  • Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Preferred:

  • Experience with FME Desktop and/or server for similar automation
  • Understanding of spatial data types and structures, including an interest in spatial data collection in engineering
  • Digital interest in learning new data and automation software packages such as PowerBI and Power Automate
  • Innovative problem solver, ability to think creatively
  • Ability to communicate ideas and solutions, with a positive and forward-thinking approach
  • Enjoys working as part of a friendly and encouraging team
  • Ability to handle a diverse workload and good time management abilities
  • Curiosity, personal drive, and technical know-how
  • Desire to deliver excellent services for clients

Our teams notable projects

  • Aviation Insights – A group of apps that allow us to evaluate levels of demand against an operator’s predictions (

). * Arup Solar – A collaborative design tool that analyses, in real time, a proposed building design, identifies how much sunlight it is likely to absorb, offers design options for shading and facade design (
). * As our reliance on renewable energy grows, it’s vital to ensure our offshore wind farms are performing as intended. Arup has developed a suite of digital services that optimize wind farm design and operation (
). * If buildings had a ‘brain’, monitoring their systems and responding in real time, how much more secure, comfortable and efficient could they become? We are answering that question with Neuron, using artificial intelligence to make our buildings, districts and cities healthier, more sustainable places to live and work (
). * Open-sourced data and analysis to help NGO’s, governments, and firms understand homelessness trends because of COVID-19 and resulting shutdowns. (
) * Charge4All – Scaling curbside EV charging infrastructure using a digital enabled and equitable approach (
) * Mobility Mosaic, a mobile application for collecting advanced travel data and informing urban, aviation and transport planning

  • Arup Fuse:
  • Arup Inspect (

) * Arup Neuron (
)What we offer youAt Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.Toronto Hiring Range – The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $21.00 to $33.00 per hour. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.Flexible Working – We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.Next StepsWe will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you’ve submitted your application, we’ll invite you to showcase your skills through a pre-recorded video interview. After reviewing your submission, a member of our team will get in touch with you to discuss the next steps.Different people, shared valuesArup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at .Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran,Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.Stay safe online. Recruitment fraud is on the rise, and Arup’s name, logo, and branding have been used in fraudulent job advertisements. Arup will never ask for bank information as part of our recruitment process.#goArup#LI-OC1

Product Manager – Fasteners & Fittings (18 Month Contract) Guelph, ON – Würth – Guelph, ON

Company: Würth

Location: Guelph, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 05:01:35 GMT

Job description: personally and professionally, you have a future at Wurth! The Product Manager is a key role in supporting the development… of a Product Manager: Collaborate on the product roadmap and strategy as defined by Divisional team, in alignment with the overall…

Product Manager – Fasteners & Fittings (18 Month Contract) Guelph, ON – Würth – Guelph, ON

Company: Würth

Location: Guelph, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 07:36:12 GMT

Job description: Product Manager – Fasteners & Fittings (18 Month Contract) Wurth Canada is a high-performance organization…! The Product Manager is a key role in supporting the development and execution of a product marketing strategy from concept…

Senior Manager, Student Programs (15 Month Contract) – Dentons – Toronto, ON

Company: Dentons

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:57:57 GMT

Job description: Manager, Student Programs. At its heart, our business is about our people. Our success as a Firm starts with the hiring… and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize key deliverables. Superior written and verbal communication skills…