Communications Specialist

Come join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada’s largest Western-based provider of food and health products.

Pattison Food Group Ltd. is a certified Great Place to Work® and consists of Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ nearly 30,000 team members.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time temporary Communications Specialist to join our People team in Langley, BC.

This temporary position is expected to last 12 months.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Communications , you will be responsible for creating clear, engaging communications that connect team members to Pattison Food Group priorities. In this role, you will support a wide range of communications tasks, projects and events, and bring priorities, initiatives, and stories to life through effective messaging, content creation, and channel management, ensuring communications are accessible, on-brand, and audience-focused.

You will be responsible for

• Creating and delivering engaging internal communications content that connects team members to company priorities.
• Developing communications for company initiatives and events, including store openings/closures, program launches, and major events.
• Providing expert proofreading and editing to support teams in delivering clear, high-quality and on-brand messaging.
• Partnering with leaders to develop executive communications, including key messages, presentations, and announcements.
• Supporting media relations, including drafting responses, supporting press outreach, and protecting the company’s reputation.
• Turning business plans into clear communication strategies and tools for leaders and teams.
• Working with stakeholders across the organization to align messaging and gather content.

You have

• A post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in English, communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• A valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel on an as-needed basis.

You are

• An exceptional communicator, both written and verbal with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to translate complex or technical information into clear, concise messaging.
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Accountable and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering against competing deadlines.
• Proactive and resourceful, with the confidence to ask questions, take initiative, and explore new ideas.
• A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across all levels of the organization and contributes to a positive and supportive team environment.

What we offer

In addition to a highly competitive salary , we offer free parking, exclusive team member offers , employee assistance and health and wellness programs and opportunities for development and career progression .

If you’re looking to join a team that puts people first, you’re in the right place. Apply online today!

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Compensation Details

$75,509.00 - $94,387.00 The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience and other factors.