Senior Manager Employee Communications (APAC)

Dexcom Deutschland GmbH; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health technology company is seeking a Senior Manager, Employee Communications for the APAC region based in Penang, Malaysia. This role involves developing an internal communications strategy, ensuring alignment with global standards while respecting regional cultural nuances. The ideal candidate should have 12-15 years of corporate communications experience, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to lead a team. The company offers a comprehensive benefits program and growth opportunities globally.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Growth opportunities

Career development programs

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in corporate communications, preferably in the health care industry.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic internal communications plans.
• Experience in providing communications support to senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal communications strategy for the APAC region.
• Lead creation of communications for internal channels including newsletters and intranet.
• Support senior leadership with executive communications.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Strong presentation skills

Cultural understanding

Strategic planning

Team management

Digital collaboration tools

Education

Bachelors degree

Tools

Teams

Zoom

Viva Engage

Sharepoint

Job description

Overview

Sr Manager Employee Communications (APAC) – Penang, Malaysia. Job ID JR116142.

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed, unlock information and insights, and drive better health outcomes. The company aims to empower people to take control of health and become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions.

Meet The Team: DexCom, Inc. enables people to take control of their health by providing CGM technology. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, Employee Communications, APAC Region to join our global Enterprise Communications team and lead internal communications strategy across the APAC region. This role requires a strong leader with a deep understanding of cultural nuances and best practices in internal communications within this diverse region. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a people leader, and a trusted advisor to senior leaders in our APAC offices.

Where You Come In

• You will develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy tailored to the APAC region while ensuring alignment with global communication standards and respecting regional cultural differences.
• You will lead the creation of clear, compelling and relevant communications for various internal channels including newsletters, Dexcom’s internal intranet, email campaigns, and digital signage to ensure timely delivery of key messages.
• You will provide communications support to offices across the APAC region including Japan, Philippines, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand and align with local teams to understand their unique needs and challenges.
• You will support the SVP & GM, Commercial Operations, APAC region, with executive internal communications and the creation of high-profile content for different formats, including presentations, internal posts, videos, scripts, talking points, and more.
• You will support the content creation process and delivery of APAC regional town halls and events, partnering with internal groups and leaders to ensure flawless execution.
• You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, HR, global ops, and regional office teams.
• You will lead a team of communications professionals across the region and foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• You will contribute to the overall effectiveness and impact of internal communications, supporting the Enterprise team and pitching in as needed.

What Makes You Successful

• 12-15 years of relevant experience in corporate communications (preferably in the health care industry; and within the APAC region).
• Exceptional writing, strong presentation skills, and high attention to detail to craft concise and engaging content.
• Deep understanding of the cultural dynamics and communication preferences within the APAC region.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic internal communications plans.
• Proven experience leading and managing teams.
• Experience in providing communications support to senior executives.
• Effectively partners and builds relationships across all levels, and with diverse groups.
• Comfortable with ambiguity; a willingness to innovate ideas and to pivot as needed.
• Actively listens, requests clarification when needed, and is receptive to feedback.
• Experience using digital collaboration tools including Teams, Zoom, Viva Engage, Sharepoint, and relevant internal communications platforms.

What You’ll Get

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required

• 0-5%

Experience and Education Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree and minimum of 12-15 years of related experience.

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