Responsibilities

• Lead the UK and Ireland communications and patient advocacy strategy aligned with global priorities
• Build and sustain strategic partnerships with patient advocacy groups and key stakeholders
• Drive disease awareness and patient activation through innovative, multi-channel campaigns
• Lead external communications including media relations, thought leadership and crisis management
• Embed patient insights into business strategy and decision making
• Work alongside the Head of External Affairs and V&A to create and deliver United Forces strategies and plans to achieve patient access
• Lead the internal communications efforts, for both UK and Ireland affiliate and the Global London Hub – partnering with HR and Facilities
• Shape and deliver impactful CSR initiatives across the UK and Ireland
• Provide expert counsel and media training to senior leadership

Requirements

• Extensive experience in communications and or patient advocacy within healthcare or pharma
• Proven leadership track record with strong stakeholder influence at senior level
• Deep understanding of the UK and Ireland healthcare landscape
• Strong experience in media relations, reputation management and strategy execution
• Ability to translate complex science and policy into clear, compelling messaging
• Passion for improving patient outcomes and amplifying the patient voice

Preferred