PR & Media Relations Expert (m/f/d)

Rentschler Biopharma SE; Laupheim; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working hours

30 vacation days

Corporate health management

In-house daycare centre

Employee discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Rentschler Biopharma SE, based in Laupheim, is looking for a PR & Media Relations Expert to manage media relations and execute PR strategies. The role requires 15+ years of experience in public relations within the biotech or pharmaceutical sectors, with strong communication skills in German and English.

Key responsibilities include building media relationships, developing press materials, and handling crisis communications. Attractive salary and benefits are offered along with flexible work arrangements and opportunities for personal development.

Formación

• 15+ years in PR or corporate communications in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Established media relationships with trade, business, and industry outlets.
• Excellent communication skills suitable for executive-level interactions.

Responsabilidades

• Execute PR activities aligned with global strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets.
• Translate complex topics into audience-appropriate materials.

Conocimientos

Public relations

Media relations

Crisis communication

Stakeholder management

Scientific communication

Bilingual communication (German and English)

Educación

University degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or life sciences

Descripción del empleo

PR & Media Relations Expert (m/f/d)

Overview

Rentschler Biopharma SE is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that delivers full‑service solutions for bioprocess development and the production of complex biopharmaceuticals. With a global footprint and a strong focus on client projects, we are committed to advancing medicine to save lives.

Responsibilities

• Execute PR and media relations activities in line with the global communications strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with regional, national, and international media, including trade, business and industry outlets.
• Develop and publish press releases, press materials, articles, and other media interactions.
• Support the positioning of senior leadership and experts through external media and industry engagement.
• Prepare and coordinate media engagements, interviews, external appearances, and briefing materials.
• Identify and evaluate media opportunities and external visibility formats.
• Partner with industry stakeholders to support communications related to collaborations and ecosystem initiatives.
• Translate complex scientific topics into clear, audience‑appropriate communication materials.
• Support crisis communication activities and other sensitive or critical situations.
• Contribute to the measurement and evaluation of PR and media performance.

Qualifications

• University degree in communications, journalism, marketing, life sciences, or a related field.
• 15+ years of professional experience in public relations, media relations or corporate communications within the pharmaceutical, biotech or CDMO industry.
• Proven experience working with regional, national and international media, including established relationships with relevant trade, business and industry outlets.
• Demonstrated experience in executive communications support, reputation management and crisis communication in an international business environment.
• Strong understanding of the biotech, pharmaceutical and CDMO ecosystem, including partnerships, industry dynamics and scientific communication requirements.
• Ability to translate complex scientific and strategic topics into clear, credible and audience‑appropriate communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English, suitable for executive‑level and media communication.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to operate effectively in a matrix organization with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism, sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive topics and communications.
• Structured, reliable and proactive working style with strong attention to quality and consistency.

What you can look forward to

• Meaningful Work – contribute to the development and production of vital medications for critically ill patients.
• Inspiring Work Atmosphere – collegial environment that promotes collaboration and team spirit on‑site.
• Individual Development Opportunities – access to personalized training programs.
• Compensation – attractive salary plus a 13th‑month salary.
• Flexible Work Arrangements – flexible working hours, options for remote work, 30 vacation days and special leave days.
• Communal Breaks – cafeteria with vegetarian/vegan options.
• Health – corporate health management, company doctor, company pension plan.
• Shared Experiences – team and company events.
• Eco‑friendly Mobility – leasing options for (e)‑bikes, e‑scooters.
• Family‑friendly Support – in‑house daycare centre.
• Secure Workplace – permanent employment contract in a future‑proof industry.
• Employee Benefits – variety of employee discounts, discounts on the job ticket, financial relocation support, free parking, comprehensive onboarding program.

If you are having difficulty applying, get in touch with our recruiting team: [e-mail]