Communications Manager
Location: 3 days in the office in Basingstoke, 2 days from home
Role Summary
A leading pharmaceutical organisation is seeking a skilled and proactive Communications Senior Associate to join its Corporate Affairs team. This role supports both external and internal communications across the Northern European Hub, which includes the UK, Ireland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.
Ideal for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, this position offers the opportunity to shape compelling narratives that elevate innovation, leadership visibility, and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day press office operations and lead the development of internal communications strategies.
Key Responsibilities
External Communications (60%)
* Oversee daily press office activities, including media monitoring, response coordination, and proactive outreach
* Plan and execute strategic media initiatives tied to clinical trial data and regulatory milestones in cardiometabolic health, neuroscience, oncology, and immunology
* Prepare senior leaders for external engagements and media interactions
* Lead corporate social media campaigns, with a focus on LinkedIn
* Maintain and update corporate content across external web platforms
* Collaborate with European and global communications teams to ensure message alignment and support regional goals
* Cultivate relationships with journalists, influencers, and key external stakeholders
Internal Communications (40%)
* Develop and implement a strategic internal communications plan for the Northern European Hub
* Create engaging content that highlights leadership and celebrates external achievements internally
* Foster employee engagement through consistent, transparent, and inspiring messaging
* Partner with HR and business unit leaders to support change communications and cultural initiatives
What You’ll Bring
Essential Attributes
* 3+ years of experience in Communications within the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology industry
* Demonstrated success in media relations and strategic communications
* Experience in designing and delivering communications or public affairs campaigns
* Exceptional writing and storytelling skills tailored to diverse audiences
* Ability to operate across multiple markets within a global, matrixed structure
* Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical regulatory landscape
* Background in journalism, communications, public policy, or political affairs
* Experience in therapeutic areas such as neuroscience, oncology, immunology, or cardiometabolic health is a plus
* Familiarity with healthcare and political environments in the UK and/or Nordic countries is a plus
* Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., Copilot) and data analytics platforms
* Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech sector
You’ll Thrive in This Role If
* You’re a natural communicator with strategic thinking and strong influencing skills
* You excel in collaborative settings and can drive outcomes through cross-functional teams
* You’re proactive, dependable, and adept at juggling multiple priorities under pressure
* You bring creativity and clarity to complex topics, making them engaging and easy to understand