Toc Toc Communications, a Marketing & Communications agency with offices in Montreal and Toronto, specializes in Pharma Brand Marketing and Communications, providing services to varied Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Clients.

We are proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada (2025), Best Workplaces in Professional Services (2024), and Best Workplaces Managed by Women (2024).

We are also among the top-growing companies in Canada, as recognized by The Globe and Mail.

You live and breathe public relations — building stories, shaping narratives, and earning visibility through thoughtful strategy and strong execution:

You understand the nuances of healthcare communications and the expectations of regulated environments
You thrive on creating impact for clients — making their messages resonate and land where they matter
You're at ease pitching ideas to journalists, drafting releases, and building media lists
You bring energy, curiosity, and rigor to every project
You want your work to contribute to meaningful projects in the healthcare and pharma space

Toc Toc Culture

Inspiring spaces: Industrial-chic lofts surrounded by art (Montreal and Toronto)
Work-life blend: Flexible schedules, hybrid mode
Our way of working: Excellence from strategy to execution
Our vibe: Bold ideas, mental agility, and business-savvy teamwork

Our values

Quality
Proactivity
Accountability
Adaptability and agility
Teamwork

Purpose of the Role

The Communication Specialist – Public Relations Focus is responsible for leading and executing external PR and communications activities across client accounts. This includes media strategy, content development, proactive outreach, and reactive responses.

The person in this role will serve as a PR lead for the agency’s healthcare and pharmaceutical clients, ensuring alignment with their objectives and regulatory context.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute public relations strategies tailored to client goals and audiences
Write, edit, and proofread PR materials: press releases, media alerts, op-eds, Q&As, and briefing docs
Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets and journalists (particularly in healthcare, business, and industry trade media)
Pitch stories and coordinate media opportunities for clients
Monitor media coverage and provide insights or reporting to clients
Work closely with account leads and creative teams to align messaging across touchpoints
Support issues/crisis management communications when required
Stay current on media trends and best practices within pharma and healthcare sectors
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in public relations, ideally with agency experience and a strong focus on healthcare/pharma clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Proven ability to craft media-ready stories and secure coverage
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Team player with initiative, adaptability, and a positive, collaborative approach
Bilingualism (French/English) is a strong asset

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.