Communications Senior Associate - Corporate Affairs
12 month FTC
Location: Basingstoke (with flexibility across Nordic offices)
Reports to: Communications Lead (Northern European Hub)
Working for a large pharmaceutical company we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Communications Senior Associate to join the Corporate Affairs team.
Supporting both external and internal communications across the Northern European Hub. 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 internal communications strategy.
Role Overview:
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. Essential Attributes
Proven success in media relations and strategic communications.
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 Qualifications
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. You Will Succeed In This Role If
You are a natural communicator with strong influencing skills and a strategic mindset.
You thrive in collaborative environments and can drive results through cross-functional teams.
You are proactive, reliable, organised, and comfortable managing multiple priorities under pressure.
You bring creativity and clarity to complex topics, making them accessible and engaging