Director, Media Relations & Issues Management

BioSpace; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 153,000 - 267,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Director of Media Relations & Issues Management to lead strategic media relations programs nationwide, enhance Novo Nordisk USO's reputation, and ensure clear communication of the company’s mission and goals. The role reports to the Senior Director, Media & Stakeholder Relations and works with senior leaders across departments.

The incumbent will drive proactive media strategies, manage crises, and influence external stakeholders while guiding leadership through media

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, public relations, journalism, or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive communications or public relations experience.
• Experience in public relations agency environment and/or pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Proven strategic planning, media relations and crisis management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as spokesperson and establish media contacts at national and local levels.
• Develop proactive media relations programs aligned with corporate reputation strategy.
• Lead strategy for leveraging new media to build awareness and shape perceptions.
• Coach senior management for interviews and external speaking opportunities.
• Oversee crisis and issues management, advising senior leaders on response strategies.
• Collaborate across HQ and USO teams to align US perspectives with global issues.

Skills

Strategic planning

Media relations

Crisis management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Director of Media Relations & Issues Management to lead strategic media relations programs nationwide, enhance Novo Nordisk USO's reputation, and ensure clear communication of the company’s mission and goals. The role reports to the Senior Director, Media & Stakeholder Relations and works with senior leaders across departments.

The incumbent will drive proactive media strategies, manage crises, and influence external stakeholders while guiding leadership through media