Communications Lead, International

vor 1 Tag

Zug, Schweiz Apellis Pharmaceuticals Vollzeit

**Position Summary**:
Apellis seeks a Communications expert to lead international communications for the company. This is an exciting role to lead the communications strategy for the company’s first potential ex-US product launches and the first and only potential treatment for a leading cause of blindness, known as geographic atrophy or advanced dry AMD. This individual will be responsible for leading ex-US product communications and building Apellis’ corporate reputation in Europe, ensuring alignment with the corporate brand. Based in Zug, Switzerland, this role will report to the VP of Communications in Waltham, Mass., and be the primary Communications contact for the SVP & GM International, regional European Marketing, and General Managers of our international affiliates.

**Key Responsibilities Include**:

- Develop and drive the execution of communication plans to support the potential ex-US launches of the first and only treatment for geographic atrophy. Ensure alignment with all global product messaging and corporate guidelines.
- Lead the strategy for European media outreach around the CHMP opinion and potential EU approval, coordinating closely with the company’s ex-US PR agency.
- Develop strategy, templates, and messaging that can be easily used by local affiliates within and outside of Europe to support country-specific launches and other major local milestones.
- Serve as company spokesperson with ex-US media. Establish and maintain networks and relationships with journalists from mainstream and trade media across Europe
- Media train approved ex-US Apellis spokespeople.
- Develop a communications strategy to help build Apellis’ reputation in Europe and support recruitment efforts.
- With a deep knowledge of the corporate story, ensure consistency of brand and message externally and internally.
- Establish the communications function internationally and develop a resourceful growth plan for ex-US communications support.
- Be a trusted and collaborative partner and advisor to international colleagues across the company.
- Working closely with the senior manager, digital communications, lead the process for building ex-US corporate web sites and ensure an aligned strategy across all international sites.
- Develop content to highlight the international team’s work on our corporate social media accounts, intranet, and at company-wide Town Halls.
- Track, measure, and analyze the impact of communications programs.

**Education, Registration & Certification**:

- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10+ years Communications experience including leading pan-European / international communications for a biopharma company

**Experience**:

- Track record of supporting new product launches in Europe and experience in ophthalmology
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex science clearly and concisely
- Expert knowledge of the European media landscape and communications environment
- Proven ability to work effectively and influence across levels, functions, and regions
- Experience being a trusted adviser to senior business leaders within a highly matrixed, global organization
- Strategic, critical thinker with strong planning, organizational, and project management skills
- Deadline-driven and accustomed to juggling multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
- Self-aware and receptive to constructive feedback to improve performance
- Strong learning agility, comfortable with ambiguity, and resilient in the context of a rapidly changing, highly innovative environment
- Fluency in English essential, and in one other European language highly desirable

**Travel Requirements**:
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, primarily within Europe and to Apellis’ headquarters in Waltham, Mass.

**EEO Statement**:
**Other Duties**:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • Director, International Communications

    vor 6 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Blueprint Medicines Vollzeit

    **Location(s)**:Zug, Switzerland **Level of position**:Director **Position type**:office-based **Reporting Line**:SVP, Corporate Affairs **How will your role help us transform hope into reality?** **What will you do?** - **Drive external and internal communication of product milestones - including regulatory, pricing & access and commercial achievements...

  • Brand Lead, International

    vor 2 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Genomic Health, Inc. Vollzeit

    Brand Lead, InternationalHelp us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your...

  • International Customer Group Leader

    vor 5 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Kenvue Vollzeit

    Description **International Customer Group Leader** Responsible for leading the long-term strategy with buying groups and discounters engaging with markets and leading the annual negotiations Tasks Create and execute a sustainable strategy to support Kenvue broader business objectives with global customers (such as Carrefour) - Create a vision and...

  • Sr. Director, Brand Communications, Burger King

    vor 1 Woche

    Zug, Schweiz Restaurant Brands International Vollzeit

    Sr. Director, Brand Communications, Burger KingReady to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world.Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $40 billion in annual system-wide sales and over...

  • Business Project Lead, International

    vor 2 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Exact Sciences Vollzeit

    Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we're helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you're working to...

  • Marketing & Communications Lead

    Vor 5 Tagen

    Zug, Schweiz dYdX Foundation Vollzeit

    At the dYdX Foundation, you will have an opportunity to foster community-driven growth over decentralized technology that will redefine global financial markets. By joining us at this early stage you will make fundamental decisions that could shape the course of the dYdX protocol. **ABOUT THE dYdX FOUNDATION** - The dYdX Foundation is an independent...

  • International Business Transformation Lead

    vor 1 Monat

    Zug, Zug, Schweiz Exact Sciences Vollzeit

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Growth Strategist to lead our business transformation efforts in the EMEA region. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving strategic projects and ensuring seamless coordination with internal and external stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement strategic business...

  • Marketing, Communications

    vor 4 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz bondex app Vollzeit

    Are you a creative, crypto-savvy marketing leader who thrives in dynamic environments? We're looking for a **Marketing, Communications & Community Lead** to join a cutting-edge, fast-growing team shaping the future of blockchain technology and decentralized finance. **Your Role**: - **Define the Brand**: Shape our brand voice, market positioning, and...

  • Marketing, Communications

    vor 2 Wochen

    Zug, Schweiz bondex app Vollzeit

    Are you a creative, crypto-savvy marketing leader who thrives in dynamic environments? We’re looking for a Marketing, Communications & Community Lead to join a cutting-edge, fast-growing team shaping the future of blockchain technology and decentralized finance.Your Role:Define the Brand: Shape our brand voice, market positioning, and messaging strategy...

  • Associate Director, Medical Communications

    Vor 2 Tagen

    Zug, Schweiz Apellis Pharmaceuticals Vollzeit

    **Position**:Associate Director, Medical Communications **Reports to**:Director of Medical Affairs **Location**: Zug, Switzerland **Position Summary**: The International Associate Director of Medical Communications in Medical Affairs is a key member of the European medical affairs team who will work closely with cross functional partners including...

  • International Marketing Director

    vor 7 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Deciphera Pharmaceuticals Vollzeit

    Company Description Deciphera is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing important new medicines to improve the lives of people with cancer. We are leveraging our proprietary switch-control kinase inhibitor platform and deep expertise in kinase biology to develop a broad portfolio of innovative...

  • Internal Communications Manager

    vor 7 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz SHL Medical AG Vollzeit

    SHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto-injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their...

  • Marketing, Communications

    vor 2 Wochen

    Zug, Schweiz Yeah! Global Vollzeit

    Note: This job does not offer any visa sponsorship, and we are looking for candidates already living in Switzerland or who can relocate to Switzerland without visa sponsorship. Language requirements are German and English fluently.Job Responsibilities:Define & refine our brand voice, market positioning, and strategic messaging.Define & execute a robust...

  • Vice President, Quality International

    vor 4 Wochen

    Zug, Schweiz Hologic, Inc. Vollzeit

    Job Title: Vice President of International QualityCompany: Hologic, Inc.Location: Belgium (could also consider Zug, Switzerland or Cambridge, UK)Position Overview: We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Vice President of International Quality to lead our quality assurance and control initiatives ensure compliance to global QMS and regulations. This key...

  • Associate Director, Market Access

    vor 3 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Deciphera Pharmaceuticals Vollzeit

    **Company Description** Deciphera, a member of ONO, is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing important new medicines to improve the lives of people with cancer. We are leveraging our proprietary switch-control kinase inhibitor platform and deep expertise in kinase biology to develop a broad portfolio of innovative...

  • Lead Counsel

    Vor 6 Tagen

    Zug, Schweiz Exact Sciences Corporation Vollzeit

    Position Overview The Lead Counsel, International Corporate plays a leading role in complex commercial contracting and licensing matters, as well as business development activities outside the United States. The incumbent oversees the company’s ex-U.S. commercial contracting, including by managing other lawyers and liaising with the Company’s broader...

  • Associate Director Pharmacovigilance International

    vor 7 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Apellis Pharmaceuticals Vollzeit

    **The role can be based in Munich, Germany or Zug, Switzerland** **Position Summary**: The Associate Director Pharmacovigilance (PV) International is responsible for managing local PV processes and systems in ex-US territories (focusing on Europe), maintaining compliance with local/regional PV regulations and guidance, particularly EU Good Pharmacovigilance...

  • Intl. Customer Negotiation Leader

    vor 5 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Kenvue Vollzeit

    Description **International Customer Negotiation Leader** Responsible for leading the long-term strategy with buying groups and discounters engaging with markets and leading the annual negotiations Tasks Create and execute a sustainable strategy to support Kenvue broader business objectives with Buying Groups (such as Agecore, Coopernic and Epic): -...

  • Associate Director, International Distributors

    vor 7 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz Mirum Pharmaceuticals Vollzeit

    **MISSION** **POSTION SUMMARY** Mirum is expanding its organization in the International region to provide treatment to many patients in need. Reporting to the Sr Director, International Distributors Management, the incumbent will manage interaction with distributors in all aspects from Early Access opportunities, commercialization readiness and business...

  • Sr. Director, Brand Communications, Burger King

    vor 3 Monaten

    Zug, Schweiz 4300 Burger King Europe GmbH Vollzeit

    Sr. Director, Brand Communications, Burger KingReady to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world.Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $40 billion in annual system-wide sales and over...