Job Description Summary
The Director Global Functions Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing a global communications strategy for the global functions Finance, Transformation and Growth (T&G), Technology as well as Legal & Compliance. The role will serve as business partner to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Chief Transformation and Growth Officer, the Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO), as well as the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer all members of the Sandoz Global Leadership Team (SLT).The incumbent develops and leads the execution of communications strategies to drive the functions’ business objectives and performance to positively impact Sandoz vision and growth working closely with the Senior Manager Corporate Functions Communications and the Senior Manger Technology Communications.
The role reports to the Head of Business Communications and will be an integral part of the global Sandoz Corporate Communications team.
Job Description
Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. As we continue down this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will present themselves, both professionally and personally. Join us, the future is ours to shape!
Your Key Responsibilities:
Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Designs and leads delivery of impactful and engaging communications strategies and plans for Finance, T&G, Technology, Legal & Compliance
Act as a senior communications business partner to CFO, the Chief Transformation and Growth Officer, CDIO, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
Counsel and advise on all communications topics – strategy, employee engagement, change management communications, external communications; drive and manage thought leadership for CFO, Chief Transformation and Growth Officer, CDIO, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
Activate a communications narrative and program for the strategy of the supported functions as well as their operating model; ensure alignment of tone, voice, and messaging across internal and external platforms.
Act as single point of contact for global M&A communications in alignment with the Head of Strategic Communications and the Head of Corporate Communications
Design and implement a function-to-function internal communications plan for Finance, Transformation and Growth (T&G) which promotes associate engagement and shapes culture; communicate enterprise relevant topics in collaboration with global internal communications as required
Identify and secure speaking opportunities, media engagements, and industry recognition in line with the Sandoz thought leadership framework. Craft impactful messages, speeches, and social media content that reflect leadership vision and organizational priorities. Oversee creation of high-impact content including blogs, videos, newsletters, and presentations. Build relationships with media and industry influencers as part of the thought leadership strategy as appropriate
Work in close collaboration with human resources and global internal communications to create a uniform and engaging Sandoz employee experience as appropriate
KPI's
Acts as trusted advisors of senior leadership in Sandoz
What you’ll bring to the role:
Essential Requirements:
Essential Qualifications
10+ years of relevant experience creating and executing high-level internal and external communication plans in a dynamic environment. Healthcare and Pharmaceutical experience optional.
Has worked successfully with Cs-suite executives demonstrating exceptional partnering skills
Strategic thinker and hands-on implementer
Adept at working in highly matrixed corporate environments
Essential skills, one sentence
Successful track record in internal engagement and change communications
Languages: English, further languages desirable
Desirable Requirements:
Experience in IT, Data & Digital
Experience in M&A communications
You’ll receive:
Breakdown of benefits received in this role. Include flexible working, learning and development opportunities as well.
Why Sandoz?
Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!
With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.
Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supported!
Join us!
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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Skills Desired
Affiliate Marketing, Communication Medium, Corporate Communication, Creativity, Curiosity, Employee Engagement, Internal Communications (Ic), Interviewing Skills, Marketing, Media Relations, Public Affairs, Social Media, Strategic Communications, W3Similar Jobs
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