Global Communications Leader, Janssen Business Development

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Global Communications Leader, Janssen Business Development. The role can be based in New Brunswick, NJ or alternative NJ/PA location. Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. We embrace research and science -- bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of people. With $82.6 billion in 2020 sales, Johnson & Johnson is the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based manufacturer of health care products, as well as a provider of related services, for the consumer, pharmaceutical, and medical devices markets. There are more than 260 Johnson & Johnson operating companies employing over 135,000 people and with products touching the lives of over a billion people every day, throughout the world. If you have the talent and desire to touch the world, Johnson & Johnson has the career opportunities to help make it happen. Thriving on a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our employees and committed to inclusion. Proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Job Description: The Global Communications Leader, Janssen Business Development is responsible for a wide range of proactive communications, including planning, development, and implementation of global, internal and external communication strategies to support the business objectives of the JBD group. Specific focus areas include enhancing/differentiating the reputation of Janssen as a partner of choice, communicating/positioning deals and acquisitions in close coordination with Therapeutic Area Communication Leaders (TACLs), leading internal/organizational communications, and collaborating with the Global Head of JBD on thought leadership communications. This professional serves as the lead strategic partner for the JBD team and serves as a member of the JBD Leadership Team, and reports to the Senior Director, TACL, Neuroscience. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute, strategic, reputational communication approaches to achieve JBD business objectives. Lead, develop and execute strategic external communications. Coordinate with TACLs and partner communications personnel to ensure alignment as needed. Create materials for JBD use: toolkits, template materials, etc. Participate in JBD team meetings, work closely with leaders to align with the JBD strategies, provide counsel and anticipate opportunities and issues. Develop a comprehensive strategy for reputational opportunities globally and across Therapeutic Areas. Work in partnership with the TACLs to ensure alignment across Disease Area Strongholds (DASs). Responsible for developing key messages for use in media and investor relations; serve as media spokesperson and a liaison with Investor Relations and Corporate Communications. Foster relationships with key media, social influencers, and liaise with select industry partners. Coordinate with internal partners/teams on new business deals or milestones to develop an integrated communication strategy related to such developments to position JBD. Manage strategy and execution of external-facing web content. Partner with JBD and internal stakeholders in creating materials to support the JBD vision and mission. This may include messaging, advertisements, enhanced content for Janssen.com and JNJ.com, presentations, identifying and coordinating speaking engagements for leaders, and materials in support of ongoing recruiting efforts. Manage social media efforts related to JBD, including interacting with the regions and corporate communications. Enhance the social media skills of JBD leadership with respect to LinkedIn, Twitter, and other appropriate channels to engage desired audiences. Manage public relations and other professional agencies and individual contributors or contractors, as assigned. Drive employee engagement and advocacy by supporting effective workforce communication and leading with a One Team mindset Lead and execute on internal communication strategies for JBD to engage employees and internal stakeholders and heighten their level of understanding and engagement in the group’s strategic priorities. Key channels include intranet sites, quarterly townhalls, podcasts, news articles and various internal initiatives. Audiences include Janssen R&D, Global Commercial Strategy Organization, Global External Innovation, etc. Build strong networks and relationships within JBD and Janssen to understand the attitudes, desires and needs of the team to help them achieve their full potential; partner closely with Human Resources and the Senior Leadership Teams on strategies and tactics to connect with and motivate employees. Develop programs that help JBD business leaders become effective communicators across all channels; collaborate with leaders to ensure integration and alignment with strategic direction; focus on change management, in support of a new governance structure and evolving strategy. Create strategies and materials that convey the JBD story related to critical groups within Janssen and Johnson & Johnson. Identify and act on key opportunities to eliminate/improve practices that stand in the way of achieving results and delivering valuable solutions by utilizing resources effectively and supporting a self-service communication model. Drive outcomes by championing a measurement-based approach to internal communication, incorporating relevant metrics that are indicators of employee engagement and alignment. Foster a One Team mindset across the business and work to unify, collaborate and drive for the best outcomes. Participate in special communication projects, as assigned, working with cross-functional area teams and global communication leaders (both corporate and pharma) as needed to meet business Qualifications Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree is required with a preference of study in the areas of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Investment relations, Journalism or closely related field Experience and Skills: Required: Exceptional performer with minimum of ten (10) years of external experience in public relations Proven track record of successful public relations/communications, corporate communications, product approval and/or launch communications support and/or media relations achievements Experience working with national and local media Excellent judgement and professional maturity and ability to work effectively across levels, functions, regions, backgrounds Demonstrated ability to craft compelling stories with superior written, oral and visual communication abilities Deep familiarity with traditional, social and digital communications tools and channels Superior ability to work effectively across functions, levels and business units Proactive, self-starter and able to work independently and in team environment Independent decision-making and problem-solving related to implementation of efforts Direct pharmaceutical/product experience a plus; global public relations experience is a strong plus Position may require up to 15-20% travel (mostly domestic, with possibility of international Preferred: Experience in managing healthcare public relations programs in a company, NGO, government agency or public relations agency Experience with professional/ trade and third-party community organizations and government Other: Up to15-20% travel At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through ground breaking programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional, and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, candidates offered employment must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Primary Location United States-New Jersey-Titusville-1125 Trenton Harbourton Road Other Locations North America-United States-New Jersey-Titusville, North America-United States-New Jersey-New Brunswick, North America-United States-New Jersey-Somerville, North America-United States-Pennsylvania, North America-United States-New York, North America-United States-New Jersey-Skillman, North America-United States-New Jersey-Raritan Organization Janssen Global Services, LLC (6085) Job Function Public Affairs Requisition ID 2206060995W