Communication Partner(External Communications Specialist)

Department – GBS Communications

Location: Bangalore, India

Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS), India

Do you thrive on creating impactful narratives that engage audiences beyond the organization? Do you have a flair for strategic external communications and storytelling? We are looking for a Communications Partner to join our dynamic team at Novo Nordisk. If you are ready to make an impact and drive innovative communication strategies, read on and apply today!

The position

As a Communications Partner at Novo Nordisk, you will:

• Develop and execute comprehensive external communications strategies to enhance the organisation’s reputation among media, industry stakeholders, and the public.
• Manage PR and media relations, including crafting press releases, media statements, and briefing books for leadership, identify opportunities for positive media coverage and thought leadership while handling crisis communications in line with corporate PR guidelines.
• Build strong working relationships with media for corporate risk management and reputation building, oversee relationships with external communications agencies, PR firms, and design partners, ensuring consistent messaging and high-quality campaigns.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen the organisation’s employer brand, lead campaigns for external awards and certifications, and position leadership for thought leadership and visibility.
• Generate compelling content for multiple channels, translating complex topics into engaging stories while ensuring alignment with legal, regulatory, and brand guidelines. Lead and execute cross-functional projects, bringing innovative approaches to communication challenges and adapting strategies to new situations.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate who can tick off most of the following:

Need to have: -

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, Public Relations, English, or a related field.
• 7–10 years’ experience in external communications, preferably in a pharma/healthcare organisation and/or a Global Capability Centre (GCC).
• Proven track record in managing PR, media relations, and external branding initiatives. - Strong project management and agency management skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (near-native proficiency).
• Experience working across cultures and time zones in a multinational environment. Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Team-oriented, collaborative, and able to motivate and engage others, High degree of flexibility and adaptability to new challenges, Strong drive for results and continuous improvement.

About the department

The Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS) Bangalore, has over 4000 employees, partnering with global colleagues across the pharma value chain. We deliver seamless high-quality solutions with a focus on collaboration, talent incubation, sustainable growth, digitalisation and process excellence.

The GBS Communications team shapes and amplifies the organisation’s culture, reputation, and engagement through strategic internal and external communications. Based in GBS Bangalore, the team manages PR, media relations, social media, and employer branding, collaborating across business units to deliver impactful messaging. We also lead culture-building initiatives, leadership and engagement events, and programmes that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging—such as onboarding culture sessions, mentorship programmes, leadership summits, and diversity-focused activities like women in leadership and pride events. The atmosphere is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by a shared commitment to excellence.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination, and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years, this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect, and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results.

Contact

To submit your application, please upload your CV online (click on Apply and follow the instructions).

Deadline

25th December, 2025

Disclaimer

It has been brought to our attention that there have recently been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Novo Nordisk and/or its affiliate companies. The individuals or organisations sending these false employment offers may pose as a Novo Nordisk recruiter or representative and request personal information, purchasing of equipment, or funds to further the recruitment process or offer paid trainings. Be advised that Novo Nordisk does not extend unsolicited employment offers. Furthermore, Novo Nordisk does not charge prospective employees with fees or make requests for funding as a part of the recruitment process.

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We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.