PE Global are currently recruiting for a Communications Senior Associate with some experience in media relations for a contract role with a leading multinational Pharma client based in Basingstoke – hybrid.
This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and is passionate about shaping narratives that support innovation, leadership visibility, and stakeholder engagement. You will play a central role in managing day-to-day press office operations while also designing and leading our internal communications strategy.
Responsibilities
* Lead daily press office operations, including media monitoring, response coordination, and proactive outreach.
* Develop and execute strategic media activities for clinical trial data and regulatory milestones across cardiometabolic, neuroscience, oncology, and immunology.
* Support and brief senior leaders for their external engagements and media opportunities.
* Develop and execute corporate campaigns on social media, primarily LinkedIn.
* Manage regular updates to corporate content on external websites.
* Collaborate with EU and global communications teams to align messaging and support regional priorities.
* Build and maintain relationships with key journalists, influencers, and external stakeholders.
* Design and implement a strategic internal communications plan for the Northern European Hub.
* Develop engaging content that profiles the senior leadership team, and amplifies key external milestones internally.
* Drive employee engagement through consistent, transparent, and inspiring internal messaging.
* Partner with HR and business unit leads to support change communications and cultural initiatives.
Requirements
* Proven success in media relations and strategic communications. Experience dealing with journalists.
* Experience developing and executing communications and/or public affairs campaigns.
* Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences.
* Ability to work across multiple markets and within a global, matrixed organisation.
* Deep understanding of the regulated pharmaceutical environment.
Preferred:
•Background in journalism, communications, public policy, or political affairs.
•Experience in neuroscience, oncology, immunology or cardiometabolic health.
•Familiarity with the healthcare and political landscape in the UK and/or Nordics.
•Proficiency with AI tools (e.g. Copilot) and data analytics platforms.
•Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.
***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***