Location: Plainsboro, NJ
Company: Novo Nordisk
yet synergistic teams that work collaboratively with a focus on proactive and progressive approaches to: Corporate Reputation & Brand; Commercial Communications; Enterprise & Leadership Communications; and Digital Channels & Content. We provide objective strategic communications counsel, an ability to flex with shifting organizational priorities and emerging needs and a strong focus on ethics and discretion with the sensitive information we are entrusted with.
As part of Team Novo Nordisk, you will have an opportunity to work with extraordinary, energizing and diverse talent where your distinct perspectives and expertise are valued as we work together to change lives for the better. The
Position This position acts as the communications business partner to the Novo Nordisk Inc. (NNI) Executive Team including strategic counsel and coaching, communications planning, execution and measurement.
It is accountable for development of the strategy, planning and implementation of strategic, multifaceted and diverse internal communication programs that drive engagement for our company, strategy and patient ambition among NNI employees. This includes providing strategic communications counsel and support based on key business strategies and needs to build awareness, alignment, and commitment to the company vision, values and business priorities leading to greater productivity, retention
and focus on quality. This increased understanding and commitment can have a direct impact on the ability of the corporation to achieve business goals and increase profits.
Relationships This position reports to the Senior Director, Enterprise & Leadership Communications and interacts with the NNI Executive Team and Leadership Team, serving as a strategic communications counselor and internal communications subject matter expert across NNI. This position collaborates with the broader NNI Communications Team and interacts with NNA/S Global Communications. External relationships include working with communications agencies, suppliers and vendors. Essential Functions Enterprise Communications: Directs the strategic planning and execution of the internal NNI employee communications and engagement plan focused on culture, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging and employee experience as well as other emerging employee communications needs backsses key issues and implements most appropriate strategy in developing and communicating key messages to the organization Leverages knowledge of the business and industry to influence decision making and maximize communications both internally and externally backsses confidential organizational change information; serves as an advisor by providing leaders counsel on appropriate communications plan including timing, cascade, interactions and messaging in conjunction with organizational changes Regularly reviews and provides counsel to stakeholders on broad communications programming to identify opportunities to optimize and prioritize the volume, frequency and types of information being communicated Provides guidance to the ET and their senior leaders on internal communication implications of projects important to the company as part of support to the Executive Office Contributes to developing metrics that demonstrate the value of communications back to business objectives Leadership Communications: Partners with the ET members and other senior leaders as needed to backss communication needs, goals and priorities; provides counsel on approach and ensures the direction/messaging of communications is clear and consistent to meet the business needs within the broader Enterprise framework Coaches leaders on their communication effectiveness and ensures readiness for significant speaking events and/or presentations to employees and external stakeholders as needed and in close alignment with Corporate Reputation & Brand Team, as appropriate Ensures implementation of aligned leadership internal and external communications platforms Physical Requirements 10-20% travel required.
Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree required in journalism, public relations, English or a related communications discipline 10+ years of progressively increasing communications experience required Ability to demonstrate business acumen and work across all levels of the business Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management Proven experience in strategic planning and counseling, executive/leadership communications, employee engagement programs, business and news writing, and communications measurement Expert ability to lead content strategy, key message development, conversational writing and editing for both internal and external audiences as required Proven ability to effectively manage projects and influence individuals, teams and stakeholders Ability to counsel and coach executives for internal and external communication needs Ability to work under tight timelines, in what can be a stressful environment with limited planning or preparation We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, interaction, gender identity, interactionual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at -xyz X. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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