Global Brand Manager

Jooble; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 111,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in pharmaceutical innovation is seeking a Global Brand & Communications Manager to lead brand strategy and corporate communications. This role involves developing communication strategies, managing a team, and ensuring brand consistency across markets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate communications, a strong science background, and the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling narratives. This hybrid position is based in Montreal, Quebec.

Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Health Spending Account

Flexible Work Environment

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan

Employee Referral Program

Free Parking

Company Events

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in corporate communications, brand strategy, and marketing communications.
• Strong science background required, with experience in medical writing or pharmaceutical communications.
• Proven ability to develop executive communications and high-impact strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and scale global communication strategies aligned with the company's vision.
• Drive global brand consistency through unified brand voice and storytelling frameworks.
• Manage crisis and reputation communications, ensuring credibility and trust.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Project Management

Data-driven Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Life Science, Journalism, Marketing

Tools

Content Management Systems (CMS)

PR Platforms

Digital Marketing Tools

Job description

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Our client is a global leader in pharmaceutical innovation, education, and personalized wellness solutions. As we accelerate our growth and expand into new markets, we are seeking a Global Brand & Communications Manager to own, scale, and lead the company's brand strategy, corporate communications, and executive thought leadership on a global level.

This role will define and amplify brand authority, corporate voice, and market influence, ensuring alignment with business priorities, strategic partnerships, and industry positioning. Leading a team of writers and creative professionals, this individual will drive a unified, high-impact narrative that strengthens the client's reputation, deepens engagement, and drives commercial success.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned communications leader with a required science background (medical writing, pharmaceutical, life sciences) and a proven ability to translate complex scientific and business concepts into compelling storytelling. They will work closely with executives, commercial teams, and marketing stakeholders to elevate the brand presence, shape industry conversations, and drive communications that accelerate global growth and leadership.

The role is hybrid in Montreal, Quebec.

The opportunity

Corporate & Leadership Communications

• Develop and scale global communication strategies aligned with the company's vision and values.
• Create executive communications, including speeches, interviews, and media engagements.
• Manage crisis and reputation communications, ensuring credibility and trust.
• Lead internal communications and employer branding initiatives in partnership with People & Culture.
• Drive internal storytelling and executive visibility, preserving the founder’s legacy and strengthening leadership presence across the organization.
• Support global award submissions, panel discussions, and speaker engagements.
• Support media relations and industry partnerships in collaboration with the Public Affairs team.
  
  

Brand, Content & Digital

• Drive global brand consistency through a unified brand voice, editorial guidelines, and storytelling frameworks across all regions and platforms.
• Oversee the creation of high-impact content for campaigns, digital channels, and customer education, ensuring strategic and engaging messaging across digital, social, video, and print.
• Lead social media strategy, community engagement, and brand reputation to enhance global reach and influence.
• Develop a scalable annual communications calendar, integrating product launches, PR, events, and campaigns to maintain a steady flow of content across all channels and global markets.
• Liaise with Trade Shows & Events to ensure brand consistency and executive visibility at global events.
  
  

Sales & Partner Communications

• Develop and execute communications strategies for market expansion, joint ventures, acquisitions, and partnerships, ensuring consistent, compelling, and globally aligned brand positioning.
• Support the development of global sales enablement content, including pitch presentations and sales materials, to strengthen positioning.
• Oversee partner marketing and co-branding initiatives, reinforcing strategic alliances and partnerships through compelling messaging and joint PR efforts.
  
  

Scientific & Product Communications

• Own science-based storytelling, ensuring complex pharmaceutical, regulatory, and compounding concepts are communicated effectively.
• Oversee the development of customer education materials, compliance messaging, and technical content.
• Ensure all product and marketing communications meet regulatory and industry standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Life Science, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) of experience in corporate communications, brand strategy, public relations, or marketing communications with a focus on highly regulated industries.
• Ten (10+) years of leadership experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing communications, content, and creative teams.
• A strong science background is required—must have experience in medical writing, pharmaceutical communications, life sciences, or regulatory messaging.
• Experience developing and executing global brand positioning strategies that scale across multiple markets and business functions.
• Ability to develop executive communications such as speeches, interviews, and thought leadership content for senior leadership.
• Track record of executing high-impact comms strategies across digital, social, and traditional channels.
• Proven ability to collaborate with executives, lead teams, and influence key stakeholders at a global level.
• Experience managing crisis communications, reputation management, and executive visibility initiatives.
• Proven success in partner marketing, joint branding, and external relations, including PR, media engagement, and industry events.
• Experience in social media strategy, brand reputation monitoring, and thought leadership campaigns.
• Knowledge of content management systems (CMS), PR platforms, and digital marketing tools is a plus.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities, lead global initiatives, and work cross-functionally.
• Data-driven mindset with experience measuring and optimizing communications effectiveness.
• Excellent communication skills; fluent French and English (oral & written) required. English is required as this position will interact and present to the global team.
  
  

Application Requirements

Please include a portfolio with your application that highlights a variety of writing and communications samples. We’re especially interested in examples that showcase your ability to translate complex or scientific concepts into clear, engaging narratives across different formats (e.g., brand messaging, executive communications, product storytelling, and digital content).

What’s in it for you...

• Work/Life Balance - 37.50 hour workweek with early Fridays all year long, PTO, and vacation policy
• Invest in your health – Choice of modular plans, health spending account,t and free Telemedicine
• Flexible work environment – Hybrid work schedule with home office reimbursement program
• Your Future is Bright – Opportunities to learn and grow
• Save for your Future – Deferred profit sharing plan (DPSP) when you invest in RRSPs
• Help us grow – Employee Referral Program
• Central location - Free parking/accessible by public transportation; a commercial center is within walking distance for lunch or groceries
• We like to have fun, company events throughout the year

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Software Development

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