Communications Manager

Communications Manager

Location: 3 days in the office in Basingstoke, 2 days from home

Role Summary

A leading pharmaceutical organisation is seeking a skilled and proactive Communications Senior Associate to join its Corporate Affairs team. This role supports both external and internal communications across the Northern European Hub, which includes the UK, Ireland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.

Ideal for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, this position offers the opportunity to shape compelling narratives that elevate innovation, leadership visibility, and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day press office operations and lead the development of internal communications strategies.

Key Responsibilities

External Communications (60%)

Oversee daily press office activities, including media monitoring, response coordination, and proactive outreach

Plan and execute strategic media initiatives tied to clinical trial data and regulatory milestones in cardiometabolic health, neuroscience, oncology, and immunology

Prepare senior leaders for external engagements and media interactions

Lead corporate social media campaigns, with a focus on LinkedIn

Maintain and update corporate content across external web platforms

Collaborate with European and global communications teams to ensure message alignment and support regional goals

Cultivate relationships with journalists, influencers, and key external stakeholders

Internal Communications (40%)

Develop and implement a strategic internal communications plan for the Northern European Hub

Create engaging content that highlights leadership and celebrates external achievements internally

Foster employee engagement through consistent, transparent, and inspiring messaging

Partner with HR and business unit leaders to support change communications and cultural initiatives

What You’ll Bring

Essential Attributes

3+ years of experience in Communications within the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology industry

Demonstrated success in media relations and strategic communications

Experience in designing and delivering communications or public affairs campaigns

Exceptional writing and storytelling skills tailored to diverse audiences

Ability to operate across multiple markets within a global, matrixed structure

Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical regulatory landscape

Background in journalism, communications, public policy, or political affairs

Experience in therapeutic areas such as neuroscience, oncology, immunology, or cardiometabolic health is a plus

Familiarity with healthcare and political environments in the UK and/or Nordic countries is a plus

Proficiency with AI tools (e.g., Copilot) and data analytics platforms

Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech sector

You’ll Thrive in This Role If

You’re a natural communicator with strategic thinking and strong influencing skills

You excel in collaborative settings and can drive outcomes through cross-functional teams

You’re proactive, dependable, and adept at juggling multiple priorities under pressure

You bring creativity and clarity to complex topics, making them engaging and easy to understand