Remote Director, Global Communications & Executive Messaging

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a seasoned Chief Communications Officer-level professional to shape internal and executive messaging, drive culture initiatives and manage crisis communications.

You will advise senior leaders, coordinate enterprise-wide communications, and ensure consistent branding across channels in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes strategic advisory, bold execution, and cross-functional leadership, leveraging GenAI and traditional tools to elevate

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of communication experience in external, corporate, executive and change communications, as well as employee engagement.
• Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory experience and/or leading complex, matrixed teams.
• Proven ability to counsel corporate executives with best-in-class communication practices across the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and enterprise-wide initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly integrated culture and engagement strategies across channels.
• Lead internal and executive communication strategies for senior leaders.
• Provide crisis and issues management support as needed.
• Measure and report on culture and engagement initiatives; drive improvements.
• Support change management initiatives and executive communications training.

Skills

Executive communication

Storytelling

Crisis communication

Change management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic advisory

Bold thinking

GenAI fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is seeking a seasoned Chief Communications Officer-level professional to shape internal and executive messaging, drive culture initiatives and manage crisis communications.

You will advise senior leaders, coordinate enterprise-wide communications, and ensure consistent branding across channels in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes strategic advisory, bold execution, and cross-functional leadership, leveraging GenAI and traditional tools to elevate