Communication Specialist/Manager

Are you passionate about crafting impactful communication strategies? Do you thrive on building meaningful connections with diverse audiences? If so, you might be the Communications Specialist/Manager we’re looking for! Join Novo Nordisk and play a pivotal role in shaping our internal and external communications. Read on and apply today for a life-changing career.

About the department

You will be part of the Communication & Sustainability Department within Market Access and External Affairs division. Based at our Japan headquarters in Tokyo, this team is at the forefront of shaping Novo Nordisk’s reputation and fostering positive relations with internal and external audiences. The division is dynamic, collaborative, and driven by a shared commitment to excellence. With a focus on public opinion, government policy, and community engagement, we aim to address social, economic, and environmental challenges while promoting Novo Nordisk’s image in a positive way.

The position

As a Communications Specialist/Manager at Novo Nordisk, you will:

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans and identify key messages and channels to effectively reach target audiences.
• Manage internal and external and digital communication initiatives, oversee the creation of contents for both internal teams and external stakeholders, while ensuring consistency and quality across all communication materials.
• Ensure alignment with branding and editorial guidelines and maintain adherence to Novo Nordisk’s branding and editorial standards in all communications in alignment with corporate identity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support organizational goals and work closely with other departments to align communications efforts with strategic priorities. Additionally, Build and maintain relationships with external partners, media, and industry representatives.
• Provide leadership and guidance on communication strategies and act as a subject matter expert, advising senior leaders on effective communication approaches and mentoring and supporting them in developing their communications skills if as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above
• 3+ years of experience in Communications within Healthcare industry.
• Experience in writing and developing digital contents and use of digital channels
• Experience as MR, Marketing, and/or other Commercial functions within the pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred.
• Fluent Japanese and strong Business English fluency required

Working at Novo Nordisk 
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We cover the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact 
Upload your CV to our online career page (click on Apply and follow the instructions).

Deadline
Until the completion of recruitment.

Applications will be screened on an ongoing basis, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing

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