Project Specialist, Creative Strategy

Arc'teryx Limited; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Arc'teryx Limited in North Vancouver is seeking a Project Specialist in Creative Strategy to support projects across the global Creative organization. This role emphasizes organization, communication, and collaboration to ensure project success.

The right candidate will have a post-secondary degree and experience in project management. They will thrive in a hybrid work environment and will be responsible for managing multiple projects while contributing to a culture of creativity and accountability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project management, business consulting, or related field.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination and execution of projects across the global Creative organization.
• Maintain project trackers, timelines, and status updates across workstreams.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings and workshops.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary degree in business, communications, design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Monday.com

Smartsheet

Job description

Your opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

As the Project Specialist - Creative Strategy, you support the coordination and execution of projects across the global Creative organization. You help bring structure, clarity, and momentum to creative initiatives by partnering closely with teams across Design, Advanced Concepts, Colour, Graphics and Footwear, Athletes Initiatives, and regional creative hubs, including North Vancouver, Portland, and Tokyo. In this role, you help teams stay aligned, ensure projects stay on track, and move ideas forward with excellence.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is open to hybrid work. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. (3-4 days in office)

Meet Your Future Team:

You will work closely with teams across the global Creative organization, supporting projects and initiatives that connect design, storytelling, product creation, athlete insights, and creative innovation. As part of the Global Creative Strategy and PMO team, you will help enable collaboration, communication, and operational excellence across multiple creative functions and regions.

Core Activities:

• Supporting the coordination and execution of projects across the global Creative organization.
• Maintaining project trackers, timelines, meeting notes, action items, and status updates across multiple workstreams.
• Coordinating cross‑functional meetings, workshops, and project check‑ins across global teams and time zones.
• Helping drive communication and alignment across Design, Advanced Concepts, Footwear, Athlete Insights, and regional creative teams.
• Supporting the preparation of presentations, reports, leadership updates, and creative project documentation.
• Assisting with the organization of design reviews, athlete insights sessions, creative offsites, and global meetings.
• Building and maintaining shared templates, project resources, calendars, and documentation across the Creative organization.
• Tracking project progress, identifying risks or delays, and contributing to a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement.
• Travel as required – bi‑annually (academies, offsites, Squamish, mammoth, islands) – local, Canada/NAM.

Future Projects:

• Serving as a liaison to multiple functions within the global organization, including teams across Creative, Development, Merchandising, Brand, Legal and Finance teams.
• 8‑24 months, gain confidence, experience and knowledge on how to self‑sustain, guide and facilitate projects internally across the global organization.

Qualifications:

• Completed a post‑secondary degree in business, communications, design, operations, or a related discipline with 3+ years of experience in project management, business consulting, coordination, operations, creative production, consulting, or a related field.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Driven, curious, and excited by the opportunity to work within a world‑class global creative environment and motivated by driving projects forward.
• Understands that performance is built through preparation, consistency, accountability, and attention to detail, much like a high‑performing athlete.
• Brings energy, humility, resilience, and a strong desire to learn and grow alongside exceptional teams.
• Can visualize continuous improvement on everything that the organization does.
• Comfortable working on complex, long‑term projects, across new and emerging technologies.
• Strong follow‑through and time‑management skills.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both written and verbally.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Motivated by high standards and takes pride in delivering thoughtful, accurate, and high‑quality work.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and collaborating across teams and time zones.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, presentation tools, and project‑management platforms (Power BI, Monday.com, and Smartsheet).
• Curious, driven, and energized by the opportunity to support world‑class creative teams.
• Positive attitude, strong ownership mentality, and willingness to learn and grow.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is CAD$70,000 – CAD$92,000.

Total Rewards:

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where they can contribute right away while continuing to grow their craft, collaborations, and impact at Arc’teryx. The range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.

Arc’teryx commits to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of our commitment to honour the value you bring to our team.

Benefits:

• Health & wellbeing – Extended health, dental, vision coverage, mental health support, fertility benefits, gender‑affirming care, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial wellbeing – RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc’teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase Program where applicable.
• Time & flexibility – Paid time off, wellness time, and the No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
• Family support – Parental leave top‑up and a nesting period for new parents.
• Growth, community & gear – Professional development opportunities, Arc’teryx Academies (outdoor skill‑building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).

Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.

Equal Opportunity:

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We create a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.