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You Role:
As the Senior Manager, Internal Communications, Life Science, you will support both the strategic development and tactical delivery needs – consistent with both the Life Science Communications and internal communications strategies – for our Life Science organization. As a leader reporting to the Global Head of Internal Communications, you will be a key member of the Internal Communications team and work closely with leaders and employees at all levels to ensure that our communication is clear, consistent, and aligned with the company’s goals and values. Key responsibilities include:
Create and deliver compelling content that engages employees and strengthens the company’s cultureDrive collaboration and alignment with Internal Communications activities across the LS Communications team to ensure our editorial calendar submissions are current and updated. Collaborate with both the Internal Communications team and LS Communications partners to ensure relevant roadmap activity is updated and content opportunities are visible to LS CommunicationsPartner with Internal Communications business partners in the strategic development and effective delivery of senior leadership (and their associated teams) communications plans, projects, and initiatives, driving strategic project activities in line with business priorities, including leadership projects and eventsEnsure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and achieve impactful, high-quality results. Communicate change initiatives, organizational changes, and other project-related communications to provide an understanding of broader organizational context and address anticipated employee questionsProvide strategic and executional leadership for our internal channels including our intranet (EVA), leveraging our Microsoft O365 communications platforms, managing Merck Newsletter Tool access and appropriate use, and evaluating new communications opportunities in emerging tech areas (AI, etc.)Collaborate with the Global Head of Internal Communications in aligning Life Science strategy and priorities with our Life Science Communications strategy and Internal Communications team strategy, ensuring core themes and threads are repeatable and consistent in company communicationsCollaborate with the Global Head of Internal Communications in managing and driving internal team initiatives to strengthen our processes, drive self-service communications options for commodity activities, and develop the elements of our Internal Communications playbook
In this role you will closely collaborate with the Life Science Leadership team, the global Communications team, and diverse stakeholders across various functions and sectors. You will find success if you possess a high-impact, well organized, results-driven working style and ownership mentality, and thrive in a fast-paced, multifaceted organization with a dynamic team.
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or related fieldMinimum 10 years of experience in the Communications field, with a strong background in internal communications, project management, and leading communications initiativesFluency in English, both written and spokenDemonstrated ability to work effectively with and advise diverse stakeholders at all organizational levelsExcellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and understanding of the Life Science industryCultural awareness and message sensitivity required to proficiently communicate with a diverse, global organizationFamiliarity with creating and managing KPIs for communications effectivenessStrong analytical skills required to analyze complex situations and identify key issuesStrong process acumen and strong project management skillsAbility to be collaborative and deliver within tight deadlines, in a global, matrixed organizationProactiveness and delivery mindset focused on executing outcomesAbility to optimize processes and implement improvements to maximize efficiency and effectivenessExtensive experience utilizing digital and multimedia systems and toolsProficient in multiple languages
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
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