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Location: Richmond, BC
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: December 2025
Reports To: Vice President, Marketing

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third party recruitment services.

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