Strategic Site Communications Leader

Boston Scientific; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific Malaysia is seeking an experienced Communications Lead to plan, develop and execute the site communications strategy for employees, leadership, external stakeholders and the local community. You will partner with site leadership to craft messaging aligned with our values and priorities, while guiding crisis and media relations as needed.

The role requires strong English and Bahasa Malaysia, a robust PR background and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related discipline.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, employee communications, public relations or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing communications strategies and plans within a corporate environment.
• Proven experience in ESG/CSR, community engagement or related project management.
• Experience in media relations, public relations and/or external stakeholder engagement is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and channels.
• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in leadership communications, issues management or crisis communications would be an advantage.
• Skills in video editing, photography/photo editing and graphic or layout design are an advantage.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities and deliver with minimal supervision.
• Flexible, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic internal and external communications plans based on business priorities and the needs of employees, leadership, external stakeholders and the local community.
• Partner closely with site leadership to develop the overall site communications strategy, ensuring key messages and communication activities are aligned with the company’s vision, values and strategic priorities.
• Lead employee communications and engagement, including site announcements, leadership messages, campaigns, town halls, internal publications, videos and other communication channels.
• Provide communications counsel and support to site leadership, including speechwriting, key messages, presentations, talking points and communications for significant business or organizational matters.
• Support issues and crisis communications, working with leadership and relevant stakeholders to develop timely, appropriate and consistent communications that protect employees, business continuity and company reputation.
• Manage external and corporate communications, including media relations, public relations and coordination with regional/global Corporate Communications where appropriate.
• Strategize and manage ESG/CSR and community engagement initiatives, strengthening the site’s relationships and branding within the local community.
• Support the site’s digital communications presence, including relevant corporate and social media channels, ensuring content is appropriate, consistent and aligned with broader communications priorities.
• Lead the development of communications content and materials, including written communications, videos, photography and visual assets, ensuring quality and consistency across channels.
• Serve as the site communications liaison with regional/global communications teams and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring alignment and consistency of messaging.
• Research communications trends and best practices and identify opportunities to continuously improve the effectiveness, reach and engagement of site communications.
• Support site events, employee engagement activities and other strategic initiatives requiring communications planning and execution.

Skills

English & Malay (BM) proficiency

Leadership communications

Crisis communications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications / Public Relations

Job description

Boston Scientific Malaysia is seeking an experienced Communications Lead to plan, develop and execute the site communications strategy for employees, leadership, external stakeholders and the local community. You will partner with site leadership to craft messaging aligned with our values and priorities, while guiding crisis and media relations as needed.

The role requires strong English and Bahasa Malaysia, a robust PR background and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced