Job Title
Senior Communications Manager – Personal Health
Job Description
Senior Communications Manager – Personal Health
We're seeking a senior communication expert passionate about business strategy communications, leadership communications, and employee engagement.
The Business Communications team is responsible for protecting and enhancing the company's reputation through corporate communications, crisis management, PR, executive positioning, CSR, and public affairs across stakeholder groups. As the Senior Communications Manager for the Grooming & Beauty Personal Health Business Unit and Western Europe Region, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and their Leadership Team.
You will report to the Head of Business Communications, Personal Health, and be part of Philips’ Communications & Brand team. The role is based in Amsterdam.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement internal and external communication plans for the Business Unit and Region leaders, including internal social media, town halls, region visits, customer engagement, key opinion leader engagement, and external thought leadership activities.
2. Create and execute a long-term global employee engagement program, collaborating with leaders, HR, Business Excellence, and other functions to foster engagement and culture.
3. Lead proactive public relations efforts for product launches and innovations, including media relations, influencer strategies, and PR toolkits.
4. Coordinate cross-business initiatives within Personal Health.
5. Mentor and guide junior team members.
Desired Skills and Experience:
* 8-10 years of experience in internal and external communications, with agency experience highly preferred.
* Strong business acumen to simplify complex messages.
* Ability to craft inspiring messages with appropriate timing, tone, and authenticity.
* Experience aligning diverse voices without losing momentum.
* Agility to deliver high-quality work under shifting priorities.
* Deep understanding of how communications influence alignment, performance, and culture.
* Calm, credible presence in high-stakes situations.
* Ability to balance speed with thoughtfulness and deliver excellence when it matters most.
* Capacity to switch between strategic vision and operational details seamlessly.
Work Environment:
We believe in collaboration. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days a week.
About Philips:
Philips is a health technology company committed to making healthcare accessible and improving lives globally. Learn more about our business, our history, and our purpose. If interested and you meet many of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Discover our culture of impact and care here.
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