Head of Communication - Levallois-Perret - Astellas Pharma

Description

Head of Communication

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients? We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Location and Working Environment

This position is hybrid and will require you to be onsite 2 days per week in our Levallois-Perret, France office. Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

Purpose & Scope

• As Head of Communications, you will be responsible for promoting the company's image to all external stakeholders: health ecosystem, economic decision-makers, politicians and media, as well as promoting internally the actions of the French affiliate to other entities of the company.
• In this role you will define the global communication strategy with the functional departments and product teams, and manage its implementation at the national level in line with the global guidelines. Additionally you will actively monitor health sector issues in conjunction with the public affairs team.
• You will be reporting to the General Manager.

Role And Responsibilities

• Develop and plan an annual internal communication plan as well as an external and multi-channel communication plan.
• Collaborate closely with the medical, marketing, regulatory and market access teams to ensure the consistency of external messages on products, clinical projects or publications, respecting local and global regulatory constraints.
• Develop and validate the health language elements used in external communications and media relations, to ensure compliance.
• Act as a spokesperson for Astellas and/or train the members of the Management Committee in this exercise (media training, interview management, Q&A, etc.).
• Manage the digital communication and social networks strategy internally (Veeva Engage) and externally (LinkedIn, X, YouTube, etc.), with a focus on employer awareness and corporate communication, as well as implement e-reputation monitoring tools and manage responses in the event of a crisis.
• Develop and maintain the protocols and all the tools available for crisis communication, in coordination with the legal, regulatory and corporate functions.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in communications, public affairs, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in communications roles including agency and/or with the advertiser.
• Knowledge of the functioning of communication agencies and communication and multimedia technologies (printing, publishing, audiovisual, multimedia, DTP, web, etc.).
• Successful experience in managing cross‑functional projects in frequent interaction with the Management Committee.
• Mastery of public speaking in any audience.
• Good knowledge and practice of product communication, particularly at the national level and/or in events.
• Fluent in English and French.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive local affiliate communications experience in the pharmaceutical sector.

What awaits you at Astellas?

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real‑world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organizational Values And Behaviors

• Impact
• Innovation
• Integrity
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus

Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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