Content Lead

The Margin is hiring!

We're building something new in Canada - come be a part of it.

We're currently looking to fill three open positions:
▶️ Content Lead
▶️ Staff Writer
▶️ Social Video Producer

Job descriptions and application portals below. TELL EVERYONE.

Posted by: Eric Wainwright, Editor in Chief

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Questrade Financial Group (QFG), through its companies - Questrade,  Questbank, Questrade Wealth Management, Community Trust Company, Zolo, and Flexiti, provides securities and foreign currency investment, professionally managed investment portfolios, mortgages, real estate services, financial services and more. We use cutting-edge technology to help Canadians become much more financially successful and secure.

At QFG, we combine human-centric collaboration with AI-driven innovation to redefine financial services. The ideal candidate will be a catalyst for change, using AI to transform and deliver unparalleled customer experiences and shaping a future where AI empowers our teams to do their best work.

Join our diverse, inclusive, and hybrid workplace to unleash your creativity and nurture your curiosity without limits. If you share this sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at QFG.

What’s in it for you as an employee of QFG?

• Health & wellbeing resources and programs 
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Work-life balance in a hybrid environment with at least 3 days in office
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to contribute to community causes
• Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

We’re looking for our next Content Lead, QuestMedia. Could It Be You?

QuestMedia is the new, in-house, multi-format content division launched by Questrade to reimagine how Canadians learn about money, markets, and their financial future. We are building the future of financial services in Canada, empowering millions of people to invest, save, and grow their money with confidence. The Content Lead will be a foundational member of the team, ensuring our ambitious content mission is executed with precision and authority.

The Margin (https://themargin.news) is QuestMedia's flagship editorial outlet, an independent Canadian finance publication covering money, markets, and the culture around them, targeting a financially literate audience that doesn't want to be talked down to.

We understand that candidates may not meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you are excited by this opportunity and believe you have the essential skills and passion to make a major impact at QuestMedia, we strongly encourage you to apply. We highly value diverse backgrounds and experience and encourage all interested individuals to submit an application.

Need more details? Keep reading…

Working directly under the Deputy Editor, the Content Lead is first and foremost a writer, responsible for producing a regular cadence of original content while also contributing to editorial planning, freelance management, and quality control. This role requires someone who can write with authority and personality at volume, work closely with external contributors, and ensure every piece of published content is engaging and consistent with our voice and mission.

In this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Original content production: Be a primary contributor to The Margin's published content, including short-form reactive pieces, medium-length articles, long-form features, newsletter instalments, podcasts, and more. This is a hands-on writing role with the expectation of a high weekly output.
• Content strategy and production: Participate in strategic editorial planning across formats – short-form reactive pieces, long-form features, and event-based content – while overseeing the end-to-end content lifecycle from pitch approval to publication. This includes maintaining a daily delivery cadence across all platforms and producing and managing content for daily and weekly newsletters.
• Freelance management: Manage the creative workflow for external contributors, including soliciting and refining pitches and providing comprehensive editing for all submissions. Regularly consult with the Deputy Editor to determine which pitches to greenlight, assisting in the curation of the editorial calendar.
• Editing: Provide developmental editing to contributors, honing story narratives and ensuring all content is authoritative, engaging, and aligned with the QuestMedia voice. Enforce adherence to our style guide for accuracy, consistent voice, and Canadian financial context.
• Support newsroom operations: Serve as the reliable backup for the Deputy Editor, managing key tasks to keep the newsroom running efficiently.

So are YOU our next Content Lead, QuestMedia? You are if you…

• Are a strong writer first, someone who can produce polished, nearly-publication-ready work at volume without needing heavy structural editing on every draft.
• Have genuine editorial instincts, a nose for a good argument, and a rigorous approach to accuracy.
• Have 5+ years in digital media, journalism, or content, preferably within financial services or business media. A background in Canadian personal finance, investing, or market coverage is a meaningful asset.
• Have demonstrated ability to produce original pieces with strong perspectives – not summaries of what others have reported, but writing that takes a clear position and backs it up with specific reporting and sourcing.
• Have experience working with freelance contributors, including developing pitches, providing developmental editing, and maintaining editorial standards across a body of work. An established roster of reliable contributors is a bonus.
• Have familiarity with Canadian personal finance, investing, and the broader market landscape — TFSAs, RRSPs, FHSAs, the TSX, the BoC. Enthusiasm to learn is welcome, but some existing knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Have  the ability to balance speed and accuracy under real deadline pressure, including same-day turnarounds on reactive content responding to market developments and breaking news.
• Have strong collaborative skills, with experience working alongside social, design, and subject-matter experts.
• Have a Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.

Additional kudos if you…

• Have on-camera and on-mic skills.

Compensation Information:

• Base salary range: $95,000 - $120,000
• The final compensation package will be commensurate with the successful candidate's experience, skills, and geographic location (Canada). It includes a comprehensive benefits plan and a competitive incentive (bonus) program for Full-Time Permanent roles.

Sounds like you? Click below to apply!

At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us. 

Questrade Financial Group of companies Applicant Tracking System utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) for application screening. The AI system operates on predetermined criteria, with final decisions subject to human review. 

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment/selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.