Executive Assistant and Communications Lead

Murphy's Pharmacies; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned pharmacy company in Charlottetown seeks an experienced Executive Assistant and Communications Lead to support the executive team. Responsibilities include managing calendars, drafting reports, and overseeing communications. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and experience in corporate communications. The role offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive group benefits including health and dental insurance

Company Pension Plan

Subsidized fitness memberships

Discounts at various PEI retailers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate internal and external communications.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities with professionalism.
• Strong self-starter and resourceful.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain executive calendars and scheduling.
• Draft high-quality reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Oversee all external communications efforts.

Skills

Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative capacity

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and time-management abilities

High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

Proactive problem-solving mindset

Education

Completed undergraduate or advanced college diploma in journalism, communications, or public relations

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Executive Assistant and Communications Lead – Murphy’s Pharmacies

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in a dynamic and evolving organization?

Murphy’s Pharmacies, a 2nd generation family owned and operated company, has been providing timely, accessible healthcare for over 44 years and has been nationally recognized in areas such as patient care, innovation, health promotion, pharmacy design and charitable work.

Murphy’s Pharmacies is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Executive Assistant and Communications Lead to support our team during an exciting period of growth, transformation, and technological advancement. Located in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to strategic initiatives by providing professional support to the company’s Executive and coordinating the company’s internal and external communications.

Why Join Murphy’s?

• Comprehensive group benefits including health, dental, long-term disability and life insurance
• Company Pension Plan
• Subsidized fitness memberships
• Discounts at various PEI retailers

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
• Screen and prioritize incoming communications (emails, calls)
• Draft high-quality reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate meeting logistics, including agendas, minutes and follow-ups
• Serve as a liaison between the Executive and internal/external stakeholders
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion
• Facilitate the execution of corporate documents
• Conduct research and compile data to support executive decision-making
• Manage key internal communications channels – including intranet, newsletters, leadership updates, and town halls – to deliver timely, consistent, and impactful messaging
• Oversee all external communications efforts, including public & media relations, reputation and issues management
• Contribute to the company’s storytelling – such as social copy, internal messaging and thought leadership pieces for various audiences
• Provide occasional assistance with personal tasks and errands, as needed
• Ad hoc projects like posting an ad for an Executive Assistant!

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative capacity
• Experience in corporate internal and external communications
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, ability to work with minimal supervision, self-starter and resourceful
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities with professionalism and poise
• Proactive problem-solving mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software

Considered an Asset

• Experience in the Healthcare sector
• Familiarity with dealing with government institutions
• Completed undergraduate or advanced college diploma in journalism, communications or public relations, or any other equivalent experience

Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity resonates with you, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the APPLY button.

Thank you for considering Murphy’s Pharmacies as part of your career journey. We appreciate your interest in joining our team!