Associate Director or Director Communications & Corporate Affairs - Canada

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director or Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs to lead internal and external communication strategies in Canada. This pivotal role involves shaping communication efforts, managing media relations, and fostering a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in corporate communications and a proven leadership track record.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of related experience in communications, preferably in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or tech industry.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Fluency in English, upper-intermediate or higher proficiency in French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication and corporate affairs strategies.
• Create and manage content for internal and external communications.
• Lead the Internal Communications team and foster a high-performing environment.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

High emotional intelligence

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing

Tools

Digital communication tools

Media monitoring software

Job description

Associate Director or Director Communications & Corporate Affairs - Canada

Date: May 21, 2025

Location:

Toronto, Canada, Ontario, M1B2K9

Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals

Job Id: 62034

Who we are

Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.

The opportunity

Associate Director or Director, Communications & Corporate Affairs Canada

Location: Toronto, Ontario (Montreal candidates will be considered)

Hybrid - 3 days onsite

Teva Canada is seeking a dynamic Communications and Corporate Affairs Leader who will lead our internal and external communications and corporate affairs strategies, plans and activities, including our media relations efforts. As part of the Canadian Leadership Team, this leader is pivotal in shaping and executing our Canadian communication strategies built on trust and corporate reputation ensuring alignment with Teva Canada's goals and objectives and fostering a high-performing environment within the Internal Communications community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in corporate communications media relations and leadership, with the ability to navigate complex dynamics and drive cross-functional initiatives.

How you’ll spend your day

• Develop and implement communication and corporate affairs strategies to support Teva's goals and objectives in Canada.

• Create and manage content for internal and external communications, including newsletters, website updates, and social media.

• Support executive communications, including speechwriting, presentation development, LinkedIn, and market positioning.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to align communication efforts with marketing campaigns.

• Support the development of plans around Canadian ESG efforts, employee events, and business conferences.

• Lead and collaborate cross-functionally on the strategic use of town halls and leadership meetings, incorporating feedback mechanisms for employee engagement.

• Direct all aspects of internal communications to ensure content complies with Teva's brand strategy and standards.

• Lead the Internal Communications team, fostering a high-performing environment, coaching, and developing team members.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key media contacts across Canada.

• Draft and distribute press releases, media statements, and other communications materials.

• Monitor media coverage and manage media inquiries.

• Develop and execute crisis plans and act as a spokesperson during crisis situations.

• Advise and support senior leadership with strategic guidance on messaging, platforms, and communication plans to enhance employee alignment with organizational goals.

• Drive strategic execution by partnering with the GM to translate the big-picture strategy into actionable priorities.

• Organize and lead leadership meetings and offsites, managing agendas, discussion flow, and action items.

• Interface with regional and global communications colleagues to integrate relevant global strategies and plans.

• Track and analyze the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns.

• Prepare reports on media coverage, communication activities, and outcomes.

Your experience and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or equivalent.

• Minimum of 7 years of related experience in communications, preferably in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or tech industry.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership role, including experience supporting organizations through change.

• Proven track record of driving cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment between teams, and guiding projects from planning to execution.

• Exceptional communication skills with written and verbal fluency in English. Upper-intermediate or higher proficiency in French is an asset

• Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable insights.

• High emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate complex dynamics and foster a positive organizational culture.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in using digital communication tools and platforms, including social media, content management systems, and media monitoring software. Openness to integrating AI-powered solutions.

• Results oriented and entrepreneurial.

• Contagious positivity, open to change and able to think out of the box.

• Possess a high level of business ethics, integrity, and professionalism.

• Travel requirement: 10-15%.

Already Working @TEVA?

If you are a current Teva employee, please apply using the internal career site available on "Employee Central". By doing so, your application will be treated with priority. You will also be able to see opportunities that are open exclusively to Teva employees. Use the following link to search and apply:Internal Career Site (https://performancemanager.successfactors.eu/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=1080030P)

The internal career site is available from your home network as well. If you have trouble accessing your EC account, please contact your local HR/IT partner.

Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

EOE including disability/veteran