Head of Corporate Affairs, Germany (f/m/d)

Biogen; München; Hybrid; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Biogen Munich invites a senior communications leader to head Corporate Affairs in Germany. You will shape Biogen's corporate narrative across media, lead engagement with patient advocacy groups, and steer internal communications to strengthen culture and employee alignment.

You will serve as the corporate spokesperson and guide crisis communications when necessary. You will oversee a team, ensuring alignment with Biogen's global objectives while collaborating with therapeutic areas and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Life Sciences, Business or Communications.
• 12+ years in Corporate Affairs and/or pharmaceutical industry roles.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, including matrix leadership.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Experience engaging with internal/external stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups.
• Trained to engage with media professionally across channels.
• Strategic and hands-on mindset with the ability to influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead external and internal communications for Germany.
• Develop and execute a consistent corporate narrative across media channels.
• Drive engagement with patient advocacy groups and stakeholders.
• Lead internal communications to enhance culture and employee engagement.
• Act as corporate spokesperson and manage crisis communications when needed.
• Lead and develop the Corporate Affairs team.
• Align Corporate Affairs strategy with Biogen's global objectives and business goals.
• Collaborate with therapeutic areas and cross-functional partners to articulate the value proposition.
• Drive Biogen's social media presence and channel strategy.
• Foster alliances and advocacy initiatives with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Media relations

Strategic communications

Pharma industry experience

Education

University degree in Life Sciences/Business/Communications

Job description

For our office in Munich (hybrid working model) we are recruiting for a

Head of Corporate Affairs, Germany (f/m/d)

About This Role:

As our Head of Corporate Affairs, Germany you will lead and manage all strategic and operational communications with both external and internal audiences. This pivotal role is part of the German leadership team and is responsible for driving the deployment of a consistent corporate narrative across all media channels, including social and innovative platforms. You will own and steer Biogen's strategy for engaging with patient advocacy and other stakeholders across all therapeutic areas, ensuring a cohesive approach to influence perceptions and foster alliances. This position is essential to shaping Biogen's image and messaging, enhancing our external and internal communications. You will act as the corporate spokesperson and ensure that the Corporate Affairs function aligns with and adds maximum value to Biogen's commercial success.

What You'll Do:

• Lead strategic and operational communications with external and internal audiences.
• Develop and execute a consistent corporate narrative across various media channels.
• Drive the integrated strategy for engaging with patient advocacy groups and related stakeholders.
• Lead internal communications efforts to enhance culture and drive employee engagement.
• Act as the corporate spokesperson for media and external stakeholders, managing crisis communications when necessary.
• Lead a team of Corporate Affairs professionals, fostering personal and team development.
• Ensure alignment of Corporate Affairs strategy with global objectives and business goals.
• Collaborate with therapeutic areas and cross-functional partners to establish the Corporate Affairs value proposition.
• Drive the maturation of Biogen's social media presence and effective channel strategies.
• Oversee strategic internal communications to foster employee engagement and shape culture.
• Drive alliances and advocacy initiatives to position Biogen favorably among patient advocacy groups and stakeholders.

Who You Are:

You are a strategic thinker with a passion for effective communication and storytelling. Your hands-on approach and innovative mindset enable you to lead a team towards achieving strategic goals. You possess a strong understanding of industry-specific standards and regulations, allowing you to engage responsibly with media and key stakeholders. You thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to fostering a patient-centric mindset within the organization. Your ability to influence, inspire, and drive change makes you a valuable partner in shaping Biogen's corporate image and culture.

Required Skills:

• University Degree in Business, Communications, Life Sciences, or another relevant discipline.
• 12+ years of experience in Corporate Affairs and/or Business roles in the pharmaceutical industry. Relevant experience in a communication agency with a focus on the pharmaceutical industry will be considered as well.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, including direct and matrix leadership.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific standards and regulations.
• Experience engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups.
• Trained to engage with media professionally through all relevant channels.
• Strategic and innovative mindset with a hands-on approach.

Preferred Skills:

• Proven track record of successful media strategy and public policy engagement.
• Strong ability to drive internal and external communication strategies that enhance employee engagement and corporate perception.

Job Level: Management

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.

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