Marketing Communications Specialist

London Drugs; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company located in Richmond, BC is seeking a Marketing Communications Specialist to develop compelling communication strategies. The role involves leading proactive PR efforts, managing multiple projects, and collaborating across departments. Candidates should have a degree in Marketing or a related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The company offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development as part of a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Career Advancement

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee Discounts

Recognition Programs

Company-Matched RRSPs

Continuous Learning

Supportive Resources

Community Involvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in retail marketing, public relations, or advertising.
• Experience with integrating public relations and social media for driving business.
• Understanding of marketing and advertising principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing and communication campaigns.
• Lead proactive PR efforts and respond to ad-hoc media opportunities.
• Monitor media and social channels to identify emerging issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to align messaging.
• Support brand marketing efforts with impactful copywriting.
• Manage store-level event activations and sponsorship opportunities.

Skills

Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking with sound judgment under pressure

Professional presence and proactive communication style

Education

Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Location: Richmond, BC

Job Type: Full-Time

Start Date: December 2025

Reports To: Vice President, Marketing

About Us

At London Drugs, we thrive on finding new ways to take care of people, every day. We go above and beyond the expected to make lives less complicated.

We’re looking for a Marketing Communications Specialist to lead the development of compelling communication strategies across earned and paid media channels. This role is ideal for a collaborative communicator with a passion for storytelling, media relations, and strategic marketing. If you’re tuned into media trends, customer sentiment, corporate and store event planning, and retail insights—and know how to turn that into action we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• Shape brand reputation through strategic communications
• Collaborate across departments and with external partners
• Enjoy a supportive, innovative team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute integrated marketing and communication campaigns
• Lead proactive PR efforts and respond to ad‑hoc media opportunities
• Monitor media and social channels to identify emerging issues and support response strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to align messaging
• Support brand marketing efforts with impactful copywriting for various channels
• Support community engagement and stakeholder relations initiatives
• Assist with event planning, logistics, and execution
• Manage store‑level event activations and sponsorship opportunities
• Provide timely reporting and insights to stakeholders
• Ensure alignment across promotional calendars and communication channels
• Maintain and update the Crisis Communications Plan
• Work closely with the Vice President of Marketing & Communications and Marketing Management on high‑impact sponsorships and earned media opportunities

What You Bring

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking with sound judgment under pressure
• Professional presence and proactive communication style
• Experience working independently while providing regular updates

Education & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in retail marketing, public relations, or advertising
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience with integrating public relations and social media for driving business.
• Understanding of marketing and advertising principles
• Familiarity with integrating PR and social media to drive business

At London Drugs, We Offer

• Career Advancement – Real opportunities to grow from within
• Competitive Compensation – Salaries aligned with your experience and contributions
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Employee Discounts – Sharing our success with you
• Recognition Programs – Tangible rewards for great work
• Company‑Matched RRSPs – Helping secure your future
• Continuous Learning – Access to in‑house training and education programs
• Supportive Resources – Free, confidential counseling through our EFAP
• Community Involvement – Be part of initiatives that give back

This position is primarily office‑based, with the potential to work remotely for 2 out of every 5 working days.

Apply Today!

Be part of a team that’s redefining retail communications. Apply now and help us shape the future of brand storytelling at London Drugs.

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

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