Vice President, International Communications

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Vice President, International Communications

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Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications, the Vice President, International Communications is responsible for setting and executing the worldwide Corporate Affairs strategy for all international markets in alignment with the Corporate Affairs teams and in support of business objectives. The position is a member of the Intercontinental, Major Markets, Corporate Communications and Corporate Affairs Leadership Teams, and partners closely with the commercial heads of the two regions. The position oversees above-market and in-market work, the latter inclusive of patient engagement in some markets.

• Lead the development and execution of the internal communications and employee engagement strategy by proactively driving ideas and programs that support culture evolution and an engaged workforce in partnership with HR and other functions.
• Develop and execute the thought leadership programs for the heads of Major Markets and Intercontinental, sourcing and managing editorial opportunities throughout the year, in alignment with plans for other Global Leadership Team and Leadership Team members
• Develop and execute corporate reputation strategies at region and market level, including branding, digital and reputation assessment and tracking.
• Be an active member of the two Commercial Leadership Teams and provide proactive communications counsel to the commercial heads.
• Oversee the development and execution of the integrated communications strategy in partnership with Corporate Affairs across International Markets. Strategy components include media relations, brand and corporate communications, employee engagement, corporate reputation, issue management, digital and social media, patient engagement (mostly within local market work).
• Deliver appropriate communications strategies to maximize communications opportunities and mitigate relevant risks to the company and its assets by anticipating and preparing for stakeholder reactions to relevant corporate, brand, regulatory and data milestones.
• Build and strengthen the patient advocacy capability across the world in partnership with Global Advocacy Corporate Affairs teams
• The role is responsible for a team of over 60 plus employees around the world, with three direct reports.
• Key Responsibilities
• Build and leverage strong networks with external stakeholders including media contacts to help support delivery of BMS work.
• Lead the above-market implementation of the Corporate Reputation/CA Plan for Moonshot Markets.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in managing culturally diverse, virtual teams.
• 20+ years of experience in Corporate Affairs, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with targeted stakeholders strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Ability to manage roles with significant breadth and complexity.
• Ability to influence at the senior level.
• Deep understanding of access and policy environment across geographies along with existing relationships with top business, consumer and financial media globally.
• Proven track record for sharp strategic analysis, including incorporating communications, policy and public affairs components into the strategic analyses that drive business decisions and growth.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

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