YMCA Event - Team Lead - GTA

Job summary

The Team Lead will manage and support a team of Brand Ambassadors to increase visibility and engagement for the YMCA. Responsibilities include overseeing event operations, performing setup and teardown, and maintaining clear communication with the Account Executive.

Job details

Overview Team Lead - YMCA Location: GTA (Brampton, Mississauga, Downtown Toronto, North York, Vaughan) Schedule: Thursday-Sunday, September 30th-October 18th, 2026 Salary: $24/hr We are actively hiring for this position! About Match Retail At Match Retail, we are leaders in sales execution, merchandising, and brand activation for the world’s largest consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. We collaborate with leading organizations to drive measurable in-store results, build strong client relationships, and develop high-performing field teams. About the role As a Team Lead, you'll be the driving force behind a team of Brand Ambassadors, ensuring they're equipped, supported, and inspired to help grow visibility and engagement for the YMCA. Compensation Package: $24/ hr Key Responsibilities Lead and support a team of Brand Ambassadors representing the YMCA around the GTA Help build awareness and excitement around the YMCA initiatives Engage with community members to share information about the YMCA Event setup and teardown Ensure smooth event operations Prompt communication of needs and updates to Account Executive Daily reporting and timekeeping What We're Looking For Friendly, confident, and outgoing personalities Comfortable engaging with the community Focused on creating a memorable community experience Passion for community development and YMCA's mission Qualifications & Requirements Previous experience in a team lead position is an asset Strong communication and organizational skills Results-oriented with attention to detail Comfortable working Thursday to Sunday Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to all locations is required Must be comfortable standing for duration of shift Why Join Us? At Match Retail, we believe in empowering our team members to grow and succeed. If you’re ready to take on a new challenge with a luxury brand, we’d love to hear from you! Match Retail is a leading sale, merchandising and branded retail agency working for major brands across North America. Inspired by an endless desire to help transform brands so they can be retail ready, Match Retail works with tier one clients to drive conversion in traditional shopping environments through enhanced customer experiences. The agency prides itself on top-notch people and best-in-class training to produce unparalleled execution that it measures with pinpoint accuracy. Learn more at www.matchretail.com Interview Process Our recruitment process is structured and transparent, with candidates assessed consistently against role-related criteria. Step 1: Qualified candidates complete an initial phone or virtual interview with a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Step 2: Shortlisted candidates participate in a phone or virtual interview with the Hiring Manager. Step 3: Selected candidates attend an in-person or virtual interview with the Hiring Manager and relevant team members. AI Disclosure We use AI-assisted tools to help screen resumes for key skills and minimum requirements relevant to the role. All results are reviewed by our hiring team to ensure thoughtful and balanced decision making. Match Retail is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all. MMG-XM

What you’ll do

The Team Lead will manage and support a team of Brand Ambassadors to increase visibility and engagement for the YMCA. Responsibilities include overseeing event operations, performing setup and teardown, and maintaining clear communication with the Account Executive.

Requirements

Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, with previous team lead experience considered an asset. A valid driver's license and the ability to travel to various GTA locations are required for this role.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Team leadership
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Event management
• Community engagement
• Reporting
• Timekeeping
• Customer service
• Brand activation
• Brand Activation
• Organizational Skills
• Event Operations
• Valid Driver's License
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making
• Community Development
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods
• Sales
• Merchandising
• Resume Screening
• Team Leadership
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Retail
• Marketing
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Customer Service & Support
• IT Team Lead
• Brand Ambassador
• Advertising and Marketing Professionals
• Demonstrators and Product Promoters