Executive Director, US Corporate Communications

1 day ago


East Hanover, New Jersey, United States Novartis Group Companies Full time
Job Description Summary

Novartis is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead the development and implementation of its US corporate communications strategy. This role will be responsible for shaping the company's reputation in the US and driving an evolution of the function to enhance its impact and influence.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy to engage key stakeholders, including financial, pharma industry, policy, healthcare professional, and patient-focused trade media outlets.
  • Anticipate and manage risks to Novartis' reputation, working closely with US leadership and global Corporate Affairs counterparts to horizon scan, develop proactive mitigation plans, and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.
  • Partner with Corporate Marketing to drive corporate branding internally and externally in the US.
  • Collaborate with the US Social Impact team to support media outreach and stakeholder pull-through for signature programs in the US, including Beacon of Hope.
  • Work closely with the US executive communications team to mobilize US leadership voices to raise awareness of and advance Novartis business and reputation priorities both internally and externally.
  • Implement new internal communications approaches to effectively engage employees on business strategy and performance, and to ensure broad reach including field-based employees.
  • As a member of the US Communications and Advocacy leadership team, identify and advance opportunities to enhance team culture and functional excellence, including embedding Corporate Affairs new ways of working across the department.
  • Manage external agencies, ensuring accountability for impact and delivery to budget.
  • Expected travel: 10-20% travel - US and/or international.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of experience working in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, medical devices, or advocacy agency industry.
  • Highly experienced in managing and mitigating crises.
  • Experience working with the media as a company spokesperson.
  • Ability to cultivate high-performing teams, setting a vision and leading through change.
  • Demonstrated track record of cross-functional collaboration.
  • Executive presence and influence.
  • Ability to prioritize and maximize resources.
  • Strong analytical skills and an ability to generate insights and develop relevant action plans.
  • Agility and curiosity; comfortable with challenging current thinking, continually seeking and learning from new external and internal perspectives.
Why Novartis:

Novartis is a global healthcare leader that is committed to helping people with disease and their families. We are a community of smart, passionate people who collaborate, support, and inspire each other to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives.

Benefits and Rewards:

Novartis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, financial, and paid time off benefits. We also offer opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a competitive salary and bonus structure.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Novartis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building diverse teams that are representative of the patients and communities we serve. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.



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