Manager, Communication & Patient Advocacy – Italy.

BeiGene, Ltd.; Milano; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading biotechnology company in Milan is seeking a Communication and Patient Advocacy Manager. This role involves developing communication strategies, supporting product communications, and analyzing effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of healthcare communications experience and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact patient advocacy and corporate affairs.

Competenze

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in communications / PR in healthcare.
• Proven track record in corporate (pharma or biotech) settings.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement communication strategies aligned to corporate strategies.
• Support product and pipeline communications.
• Analyze and assess communication strategy effectiveness.

Conoscenze

Experience in communications / PR

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational capabilities

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Formazione

Master’s degree in communications

Descrizione del lavoro

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals who are highly motivated, collaborative, and most importantly, share our passionate interest in fighting cancer.

General Description :

BeOne is on a mission to improve the lives of patients around the world.

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Communication and Patient Advocacy Manager to join our team and help us build strong, lasting relationships with the healthcare and patient community.

Reporting to the Director of Communications, Patient Advocacy and Government Affairs Italy, this role will be instrumental in shaping and executing integrated corporate affairs strategies that support BeOne’s mission and business goals. The ideal candidate will lead the development of insight-driven communication and patient advocacy plans—across both internal and external audiences—ensuring alignment with corporate priorities.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in branded and unbranded communication, media relations, digital engagement, and responsible communication practices. Experience in patient advocacy and stakeholder engagement in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector is essential to contribute meaningfully to our long-term impact.

Job based in Milan

Responsibilities :

1. Develop and implement communication strategies aligned to corporate and brand strategies within agreed-upon budgets and timelines.
2. Support product and pipeline communications in close collaboration with the medical and marketing team.
3. Collaborate with communications / PR partners to develop and update various communication materials such as corporate resources, media materials, presentations, etc.
4. Create compelling content by working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to support global social media and digital strategies.
5. Support corporate reputation work by engaging in executive visibility planning, including speaking and media opportunities.
6. Provide support for the growing internal communications strategies in collaboration with HR.
7. Analyze and assess the effectiveness of communication strategies using appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.

Qualifications :

1. Minimum of 6 years of demonstrated experience in communications / PR within the healthcare sector, with at least 3 years in a corporate (pharma or biotech) setting. Proven track record in developing and executing successful communication initiatives at national level.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work comfortably in a cross functional environment.
3. Able to build and maintain close, collaborative relationships with all levels of the organization to ensure alignment and integration of strategies, tactics and content.
4. Strong organizational capabilities; detail-oriented.
5. Ability to work independently and use sound judgment in decision-making, including setting and managing priorities and meeting competing deadlines.
6. Deadline-driven and accustomed to juggling multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.

Additional requirements :

1. Demonstrated ability in establishing and cultivating effective internal working relationships with cross-functional counterparts and patient advocacy groups.
2. Ability to manage multiple projects and processes within a growing organization and fast-paced environment.
3. Ability to deliver in high-pressure situations and with short deadlines.
4. Strong ability to demonstrate attention to detail.

Education Required :

1. Master’s degree in communications preferred.
2. Excellent English writing and editing skills.

Global Competencies

When we exhibit our values of Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity, and Collaborative Spirit, through our twelve global competencies below, we help get more affordable medicines to more patients around the world.

• Fosters Teamwork
• Provides and Solicits Honest and Actionable Feedback
• Self-Awareness
• Acts Inclusively
• Demonstrates Initiative
• Entrepreneurial Mindset
• Continuous Learning
• Embraces Change
• Results-Oriented
• Analytical Thinking / Data Analysis
• Financial Excellence
• Communicates with Clarity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. BeOne does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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