Communications Manager

Bayer Sp. z o.o.; Województwo pomorskie; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Communications Manager based in Gdańsk to shape internal communication strategies across Europe. You will facilitate communication planning, support change initiatives, and moderate both virtual and face-to-face events. Strong writing skills, strategic mindset, and a minimum of 3 years experience in an international environment are required. The position offers a hybrid work model, combining office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in internal communications in international settings.
• Proven success in developing and managing innovative communication strategies.
• Excellent English language skills (C1/C2 level); Polish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate strategic communication planning across GBS topics.
• Design and execute communication initiatives on various platforms.
• Moderate events and meetings for local and regional leadership.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Change communication expertise

Digital affinity

Tools

Viva Engage

MS Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Communications Manager

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where "Health for all, Hunger for none" is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Are you a passionate communicator with a flair for change and collaboration? Join our GBS team and help elevate our communication strategy across Gdansk and Europe with an eye on global Bayer and GBS topics and activities!

Job purpose

In your Communications role, you’ll actively shape internal communications for Global Business Services – with creative ideas, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of people and messaging. You’ll bring our topics to life across digital channels, personal interactions, and inspiring formats. As a member of the communications team of GBS Europe and the global GBS capability Change, COM & Learning you can trust in receiving support along the way of your journey and learning more about communication management, tools and trends.

What you do

• Facilitate the strategic communication planning for GBS topics in Gdansk and Europe
• Design and execution of communication initiatives across various channels (BayerNet, Viva Engage, Outlook)
• Conceptualize, organize, and moderate events such as Dialogue Sessions, Townhalls, and team-building activities – both virtual and face-to-face
• Organize and moderate meetings (local and regional leadership meetings, Design Teams)
• Engage in Change communication to support transformation processes
• Take care of stakeholder management and collaborate closely with internal partners and leadership
• Responsible for content creation and storytelling tailored to diverse audiences and formats
• Act with End-User in mind, maintaining good communication flow across Capabilities located in Gdansk
• Are a partner for local Communities and Employees Initiatives
• Prepare and conduct the plan for Engagement Activities in line with the European Engagement framework, which are driven and conducted by any of the communities or by the CCL team
• Contribute in global Design Teams activities, e.g. BayerNet editorial tasks, GBS Development Month, GBS People Awards and more (in line with skillset and preferences)
• Participate in our dynamic resource flow and work on As-A-Service Projects (depending on priorities and workload): e.g. Act as a communication / change management project consultant, contributing to Communication / Change Management programs and initiatives tailored to diverse organizational needs

Who you are

• You’re an experienced communications professional with a heart for change and a head full of ideas and you bring:
• Min 3 years of experience in the internal communications in an international environment
• Strategic mindset with proven success in developing, managing, and delivering innovative communication strategies in complex organizations
• Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships across diverse stakeholders; customer-service and collaboration orientation
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; builds trust and credibility
• Expertise in change, communication and transformation support
• Creativity and strong writing skills for various formats and audiences
• Moderation skills and enthusiasm for interactive formats
• Organizational talent and project management capabilities
• Digital affinity and experience with tools like Viva Engage, MS Teams, SharePoint
• Natural curiosity and a drive to develop new skills and knowledge
• Excellent English language skills (C1/C2 level), another language (eg Polish) is a plus

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer offers the possibility of working in a hybrid model. We know how important work-life balance is, so our employees can work from home, from the office or combine both work environments. The possibilities of using the hybrid model are each time discussed with the manager.

Bayer respects and applies the Whistleblower Act in Poland.

Location: Poland – Pomorskie, Gdańsk
Division: Enabling Functions
Reference Code: 854962