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!

Compensation Details:

The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience and other factors.