Director, Communications, Region Europe
Summary
The Director, Communications, Region Europe, is accountable for the development, implementation and evaluation of the corporate communications strategies and external brand communication initiatives within key Incyte portfolio areas across Region Europe.
The role reports to the Executive Director, Public and Government Affairs, Region Europe, and works with subject matter experts and multiple functions within the region, as well as its affiliates.
Function Responsibilities
· Develop and implement communication strategies and plans to help meet Incyte business objectives and strengthen company/franchise/brand reputation. Specifically:
· Drive key brand, portfolio and corporate communication initiatives, engaging European general, trade and on-line media, as well as external stakeholders (i.e., physicians, patient organisations, caregivers, payors), as appropriate.
· Support corporate strategic messages and enhance awareness/acceptance of brand, corporate and pipeline communications platforms among regional general, trade and on-line media, as well as external stakeholders.
· Develop and manage the review process for press releases and other external communications materials (e.g., fact sheets, videos, Web and social content, etc.).
· Collaborate cross-functionally with Incyte teams/internal partners (including global/corporate communications, medical, market access, commercial, legal, compliance, HEOR, regulatory and PV).
· Provide guidance to affiliates / countries within Region Europe to ensure meaningful key communications projects are implemented in a timely and compliant manner and that activities are prioritized in-line with the region/Company’s strategic objectives.
· Provide guidance and develop proactive issues management strategies, as needed, to protect the company and brand reputation, working closely with commercial, medical, market access and other teams to address corporate/brand opportunities and challenges.
· Contribute positively to a strong culture of business integrity and ethics by acting within compliance and legal requirements and within company guidelines.
Requirements
· BA/BS required. Advanced degree in science, health or business-related field preferred.
· A minimum of 10 years’ experience in corporate communications /patient relations, public affairs or similar function required.
· Strong writing skills; sufficient science background to write or edit press releases and other materials describing the Company’s work
· Familiarity with issues/sensitivities of corporate reputation management
· Strategic and results oriented.
· Demonstrated success working in a matrix environment with diverse groups/function, overseeing complex programs and managing external vendors.
· Demonstrating strong culture of business integrity and ethics.
· Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word & PowerPoint, required).
· Fluent in written and spoken English; other EU languages are a strong asset.
· Highly driven, organized and a collaborative team player.
· Travel required ~ 30% of the time.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.
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