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The Communications Department brings the value of Novo Nordisk medicines and innovations to life through strategic communications that elevate our purpose, drive our business, foster our culture and enhance our reputation with patients, customers, employees and society in the US. Communications is comprised of four distinct yet synergistic teams that work collaboratively with a focus on proactive and progressive approaches to: Corporate Reputation & Brand; Commercial Communications; Enterprise & Leadership Communications; and Digital Channels & Content. We provide objective strategic communications counsel, an ability to flex with shifting organizational priorities and emerging needs and a strong focus on ethics and discretion with the sensitive information we are entrusted with. As part of Team Novo Nordisk, you will have an opportunity to work with extraordinary, energizing and diverse talent where your distinct perspectives and expertise are valued as we work together to change lives for the better. About
About the Department
The Communications Department brings the value of Novo Nordisk medicines and innovations to life through strategic communications that elevate our purpose, drive our business, foster our culture and enhance our reputation with patients, customers, employees and society in the US. Communications is comprised of four distinct yet synergistic teams that work collaboratively with a focus on proactive and progressive approaches to: Corporate Reputation & Brand; Commercial Communications; Enterprise & Leadership Communications; and Digital Channels & Content. We provide objective strategic communications counsel, an ability to flex with shifting organizational priorities and emerging needs and a strong focus on ethics and discretion with the sensitive information we are entrusted with. As part of Team Novo Nordisk, you will have an opportunity to work with extraordinary, energizing and diverse talent where your distinct perspectives and expertise are valued as we work together to change lives for the better.
The Position
This position is responsible for assisting the Lead and accountable for directing the strategy, planning, implementation and tracking of internal and external communications plans in support of the Novo Nordisk Commercial Communications group, part of Novo Nordisk Inc (NNI) Communications. Provides communications and strategic expertise on various initiatives aligned with marketing and sales strategies, company vision and business priorities.
Relationships
This position reports to the Director, Commercial Communications and is an individual contributor. This position will interact with Marketing and Sales leaders, marketing leaders and other areas across NNI and at times, NN/AS. Key external relationships include patients, professional and patient/consumer third party groups; media, and public relations agencies, vendors, freelancers and the management thereof.
Essential Functions
Commercial CommunicationsDrives the development and implementation of proactive communications and media relations strategies to enhance the business goals and strategies of Novo Nordisk, branded or unbranded and aligned to specific business objectives
Manages a varied portfolio of commercial communications priorities in a dynamic and highly competitive landscape. Confidently navigates the complex pharmaceutical environment, engaging with cross-functional stakeholders and operating as key communications point of contact for brands
Works with Communications leads to develop and implement communication plans and publicize business milestones within the Commercial businesses and more broadly across the Enterprise
Develops short and long-term strategic functional plans for brands within Marketing (Diabetes and Obesity), Rare Disease, and pipeline and future business / therapeutic areas, when necessary. Includes brand-building, market development and market-shaping initiatives
Partners on efforts to drive positive media coverage for Novo Nordisk and helps develop responses to media inquiries in business, financial and consumer press to protect and enhance visibility of the company and its brands, in coordination with Media Relations and Reputation lead
Provides communications counsel and subject matter expertise, partnering with Issues Management Lead to proactively plan for issues across portfolio. Supports development of brand / therapeutic area issues management plans, reactive statements, messaging platforms and communications, as needed
Develops plans and implements initiatives tied to sponsorships and partnerships tied directly to Novo Nordisk and brands
Works with Lead to create meaningful programs, branded and non-branded, with celebrities, influencers and patient ambassadors for Novo Nordisk
Applies commercial and broader enterprise strategies and market insights to planning and daily work
Coordinates cross-functionally within the NNI Communications department to create content for non-branded and branded corporate and social media channels. Ensures all programming is done compliantly, with close partnerships with legal, regulatory, compliance and medical
Pipeline CommunicationsAccountable for the development and implementation of communications programs and public relations strategies for pipeline products pre- and post-launch, assisting the Lead. Includes directing U.S. media and advocacy strategies for Food & Drug Administration (FDA) advisory committee meetings
MeasurementDesigns and delivers initiatives with measurable impact and key performance indicators which drive business and enterprise goals. Charts progress and adjusts plans/tactics accordingly, holds agencies accountable for delivering on measurement targets. Accountable for executing programs within budget parameters, directing the activities of external public relations agencies
Physical Requirements
10-20% overnight travel required.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required. Advanced degree preferred
A minimum of 10 years of corporate communications and media relations experience required. Candidates with 8+ years of experience accompanied by an advanced degree can be considered
Experience in a public relations agency environment and/or the pharmaceutical industry preferred. Experience in sales or another marketing function will be considered
Ability to work autonomously, under tight timelines, in what can be a stressful environment with limited planning or preparation
Ability to demonstrate strategic planning, problem solving skills and business writing
Expertise in brand, regulatory milestone, data and market development/disease awareness communication
Proven ability to effectively manage projects and influence individuals
Able to work effectively in a cross-functional, collaborative environment with global as well as regional considerations and, sometimes, political implications
Proven understanding of direct executional experience with social media platforms and digital strategies
The base compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $185,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
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.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Seniority level
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Senior Manager/Associate Director - Commercial Communications
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BioSpace About the Department
The Communications Department brings the value of Novo Nordisk medicines and innovations to life through strategic communications that elevate our purpose, drive our business, foster our culture and enhance our reputation with patients, customers, employees and society in the US. Communications is comprised of four distinct yet synergistic teams that work collaboratively with a focus on proactive and progressive approaches to: Corporate Reputation & Brand; Commercial Communications; Enterprise & Leadership Communications; and Digital Channels & Content. We provide objective strategic communications counsel, an ability to flex with shifting organizational priorities and emerging needs and a strong focus on ethics and discretion with the sensitive information we are entrusted with. As part of Team Novo Nordisk, you will have an opportunity to work with extraordinary, energizing and diverse talent where your distinct perspectives and expertise are valued as we work together to change lives for the better. About
About the Department
The Communications Department brings the value of Novo Nordisk medicines and innovations to life through strategic communications that elevate our purpose, drive our business, foster our culture and enhance our reputation with patients, customers, employees and society in the US. Communications is comprised of four distinct yet synergistic teams that work collaboratively with a focus on proactive and progressive approaches to: Corporate Reputation & Brand; Commercial Communications; Enterprise & Leadership Communications; and Digital Channels & Content. We provide objective strategic communications counsel, an ability to flex with shifting organizational priorities and emerging needs and a strong focus on ethics and discretion with the sensitive information we are entrusted with. As part of Team Novo Nordisk, you will have an opportunity to work with extraordinary, energizing and diverse talent where your distinct perspectives and expertise are valued as we work together to change lives for the better.
The Position
This position is responsible for assisting the Lead and accountable for directing the strategy, planning, implementation and tracking of internal and external communications plans in support of the Novo Nordisk Commercial Communications group, part of Novo Nordisk Inc (NNI) Communications. Provides communications and strategic expertise on various initiatives aligned with marketing and sales strategies, company vision and business priorities.
Relationships
This position reports to the Director, Commercial Communications and is an individual contributor. This position will interact with Marketing and Sales leaders, marketing leaders and other areas across NNI and at times, NN/AS. Key external relationships include patients, professional and patient/consumer third party groups; media, and public relations agencies, vendors, freelancers and the management thereof.
Essential Functions
Commercial CommunicationsDrives the development and implementation of proactive communications and media relations strategies to enhance the business goals and strategies of Novo Nordisk, branded or unbranded and aligned to specific business objectives
Manages a varied portfolio of commercial communications priorities in a dynamic and highly competitive landscape. Confidently navigates the complex pharmaceutical environment, engaging with cross-functional stakeholders and operating as key communications point of contact for brands
Works with Communications leads to develop and implement communication plans and publicize business milestones within the Commercial businesses and more broadly across the Enterprise
Develops short and long-term strategic functional plans for brands within Marketing (Diabetes and Obesity), Rare Disease, and pipeline and future business / therapeutic areas, when necessary. Includes brand-building, market development and market-shaping initiatives
Partners on efforts to drive positive media coverage for Novo Nordisk and helps develop responses to media inquiries in business, financial and consumer press to protect and enhance visibility of the company and its brands, in coordination with Media Relations and Reputation lead
Provides communications counsel and subject matter expertise, partnering with Issues Management Lead to proactively plan for issues across portfolio. Supports development of brand / therapeutic area issues management plans, reactive statements, messaging platforms and communications, as needed
Develops plans and implements initiatives tied to sponsorships and partnerships tied directly to Novo Nordisk and brands
Works with Lead to create meaningful programs, branded and non-branded, with celebrities, influencers and patient ambassadors for Novo Nordisk
Applies commercial and broader enterprise strategies and market insights to planning and daily work
Coordinates cross-functionally within the NNI Communications department to create content for non-branded and branded corporate and social media channels. Ensures all programming is done compliantly, with close partnerships with legal, regulatory, compliance and medical
Pipeline CommunicationsAccountable for the development and implementation of communications programs and public relations strategies for pipeline products pre- and post-launch, assisting the Lead. Includes directing U.S. media and advocacy strategies for Food & Drug Administration (FDA) advisory committee meetings
MeasurementDesigns and delivers initiatives with measurable impact and key performance indicators which drive business and enterprise goals. Charts progress and adjusts plans/tactics accordingly, holds agencies accountable for delivering on measurement targets. Accountable for executing programs within budget parameters, directing the activities of external public relations agencies
Physical Requirements
10-20% overnight travel required.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required. Advanced degree preferred
A minimum of 10 years of corporate communications and media relations experience required. Candidates with 8+ years of experience accompanied by an advanced degree can be considered
Experience in a public relations agency environment and/or the pharmaceutical industry preferred. Experience in sales or another marketing function will be considered
Ability to work autonomously, under tight timelines, in what can be a stressful environment with limited planning or preparation
Ability to demonstrate strategic planning, problem solving skills and business writing
Expertise in brand, regulatory milestone, data and market development/disease awareness communication
Proven ability to effectively manage projects and influence individuals
Able to work effectively in a cross-functional, collaborative environment with global as well as regional considerations and, sometimes, political implications
Proven understanding of direct executional experience with social media platforms and digital strategies
The base compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $185,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
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.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries Internet News Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BioSpace by 2x Get notified about new Associate Director of Communications jobs in
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