Communications Manager

Do you believe great communication can shape culture, build trust and inspire action? Join us to craft the stories that connect our people to our purpose – and help us defeat serious chronic diseases together.

Your new role
As Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how Novo Nordisk communicates with employees, stakeholders and the wider world. You will develop and deliver communication initiatives that bring our strategy, culture and purpose to life – ensuring clarity, consistency and impact across every channel. . This position is based in Istanbul, Türkiye, and will report to the Communications and Corporate Affairs Director. If you have a proven track record in communications and are ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Day-to-day your tasks will include:

• Strategic Communications: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with Novo Nordisk's goals and values.
• Internal Communications: Design and execute internal communication initiatives to foster employee engagement, drive company culture, and manage internal information flow.
• CEO Communications: Manage the CEO's internal and external communication agenda, including drafting leadership messaging and supporting high-level representations.
• Patient Activation: Lead strategic patient activation projects to raise awareness and support patients throughout their healthcare journey, in line with our patient-centric approach.
• Content Management: Oversee content management across various platforms, ensuring all communications are consistent, engaging, and impactful.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage external stakeholder relationships, including agencies, PR firms, social media influencers, and other third parties.
• Reporting and Analytics: Monitor and analyze communication outcomes to drive improvements and enhance engagement.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the Communications Director to align objectives and report on progress.

Your skills & qualifications
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on communicator who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment. You bring a strong sense of storytelling, a sharp eye for detail and the ability to build trust with stakeholders at all levels. Ideally, you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in communications.
• Fluency in English and Turkish, both written and verbal.
• Proven experience in internal communications, leadership communication, and patient activation.
• Strong understanding of social media dynamics and influencer marketing.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Working at Novo Nordisk
Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer
There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.