Head of Media Relations & Employer Brand (US GMS)

Novo Nordisk; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Paid holidays

Health insurance

401K match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Referral program

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a senior communications leader to shape and drive US Global Manufacturing & Supply media relations and employer branding across states with manufacturing sites. You will manage issues/crisis communications, train senior leaders, and influence external storytelling to support recruitment and company reputation.

The role requires a decade in public affairs, strong media relationships, and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams in a global healthcare context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Communications, Public Relations, or related field is required.
• Ten years of public affairs/media relations and external communications experience.
• Experience in crisis management and strategic planning is essential.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead US GMS local media relations and employer brand strategy.
• Manage issues and crisis communications, advising site leaders.
• Prepare spokespeople for media interviews and external events.
• Build relationships with local journalists and influencers.
• Oversee agency of record and budget for PR initiatives.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Issues management

Spokesperson coaching

Stakeholder relations

Brand messaging

Risk communication

Education

Bachelor's in Communications

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking a senior communications leader to shape and drive US Global Manufacturing & Supply media relations and employer branding across states with manufacturing sites. You will manage issues/crisis communications, train senior leaders, and influence external storytelling to support recruitment and company reputation.

The role requires a decade in public affairs, strong media relationships, and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams in a global healthcare context.