Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, Canada

Amgen; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Canada seeks a Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs to lead strategic communications and government relations, reporting to the Senior Director for the ELMAC region. You will influence senior leadership, align messaging with Canada’s priorities, and collaborate with Brand, Medical Affairs, and Government Affairs to advance patient access and policy outcomes.

You will work in a matrixed environment, coordinate with the Portugal-based ELMAC team, and drive high-impact internal and external

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 5 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field experience OR
• Professional degree and 10 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, Strategy, Analytics, or related field experience OR
• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field experience AND
• 2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources
• Professional fluency in English to operate in a truly global context
• Strong experience executing internal and external communications, including executive messaging, employee engagement, media relations, digital media and social media.
• Strong analytical capability, with experience in measurement, reporting and insights-driven decision-making.
• Highly self-directed leader with a proven ability to operate independently and drive outcomes in rapidly changing environments.
• Experience operating in a matrixed environment, with responsibility for navigating local and enterprise priorities.
• Strong critical thinking and strategic planning skills, with the ability to solve problems creatively yet compliantly.
• Experience in the healthcare sector and established media relationships within Canada.

Responsibilities

• Combine Corporate Affairs technical expertise with a deep understanding of Canada’s business priorities as part of our mission to serve patients. Serve as a member of the affiliate Leadership Team, providing senior strategic counsel aligned to support these priorities, Amgen’s corporate reputation and the evolving market dynamics.
• Work within a matrixed organization as an enabling partner by collaborating with other functions, including Brand teams, Value, Access & Pricing, Medical Affairs, Government Affairs, Human Resources and other teams to deliver against the country’s key priorities.
• Work in close coordination with the newly established ELMAC Corporate Affairs strategic team based in Portugal by leveraging provided materials and localizing to country-specific needs and opportunities. Serve as an important member of the ELMAC Corporate Affairs team, proactively sharing insights and learnings.
• Focus on execution of tactics including external communications, leadership messaging, issues management and some internal communications, which will include: Understand key audiences in Canada to ensure appropriate and aligned messaging. Track key trends, tactical impact and signals in the market. Develop and maintain relationships with key journalists within Canada. Manage social media channels with appropriate strategy to reach target audiences. Support local issues management, in partnership with regional and global colleagues when needed, including monitoring and escalation. Leverage employee communications initiatives to convey important updates and support connectivity across internal audiences. Continue to learn about and leverage innovative tools to focus on highest impact work. This includes enterprise AI technologies. Must understand local pharmaceutical policy environment and provide communications support in partnership with Government Affairs and Value, Access & Pricing t

Skills

English Fluency

Leadership & People Management

Strategic Thinking

Analytics & Measurement

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Professional degree

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Title: Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, Canada

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will report to the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs for the ELMAC region, comprised of Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa and Canada. This person will be part of the commercial affiliate that is responsible for delivering important and innovative medicines to patients.

• Combine Corporate Affairs technical expertise with a deep understanding of Canada’s business priorities as part of our mission to serve patients. Serve as a member of the affiliate Leadership Team, providing senior strategic counsel aligned to support these priorities, Amgen’s corporate reputation and the evolving market dynamics.
• Work within a matrixed organization as an enabling partner by collaborating with other functions, including Brand teams, Value, Access & Pricing, Medical Affairs, Government Affairs, Human Resources and other teams to deliver against the country’s key priorities.
• Work in close coordination with the newly established ELMAC Corporate Affairs strategic team based in Portugal by leveraging provided materials and localizing to country-specific needs and opportunities. Serve as an important member of the ELMAC Corporate Affairs team, proactively sharing insights and learnings.
• Focus on execution of tactics including external communications, leadership messaging, issues management and some internal communications, which will include:
  • Understand key audiences in Canada to ensure appropriate and aligned messaging.
  • Track key trends, tactical impact and signals in the market.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key journalists within Canada.
  • Manage social media channels with appropriate strategy to reach target audiences.
  • Support local issues management, in partnership with regional and global colleagues when needed, including monitoring and escalation.
  • Leverage employee communications initiatives to convey important updates and support connectivity across internal audiences.
  • Continue to learn about and leverage innovative tools to focus on highest impact work. This includes enterprise AI technologies
  • Must understand local pharmaceutical policy environment and provide communications support in partnership with Government Affairs and Value, Access & Pricing teams. Also, understand ESG requirements and provide communications counsel and support accordingly.
  • Understand and follow local processes, regulations and laws. Responsible for ensuring the company is represented in alignment with corporate policies, including Amgen brand governance.

What We Expect Of You

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and 5 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field experience OR
• Professional degree and 10 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, Strategy, Analytics, or a related field experience OR
• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field experience AND
• 2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources
• Professional fluency in English to operate in a truly global context
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong experience executing internal and external communications, including executive messaging, employee engagement, media relations, digital media and social media.
• Strong analytical capability, with experience in measurement, reporting and insights-driven decision-making.
• Highly self-directed leader with a proven ability to operate independently and drive outcomes in rapidly changing environments.
• Experience operating in a matrixed environment, with responsibility for navigating local and enterprise priorities.
• Strong critical thinking and strategic planning skills, with the ability to solve problems creatively yet compliantly.
• Experience in the healthcare sector and established media relationships within Canada.

What You Can Expect Of Us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

Amgen is proud to have been recognized as one of LinkedIn Top 25 Companies in Canada for career growth.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.