Senior Manager Corporate Communications

# Corporate Communications Manager – Digital Focus

## Company Overview

We are a global healthcare company committed to improving people's lives through scientific innovation, the development of life-changing medicines, and a strong focus on patient care. With a global workforce, we strive to make a meaningful difference in communities around the world through our commitment to healthcare, social responsibility, and continuous innovation.

We value individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, putting people first, and contributing to a healthier future.

## Organization Overview

The Japan Communications team leads internal and external communications, advocacy, and initiatives to shape the business environment. The team works closely with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen corporate reputation, enhance stakeholder engagement, and support the organization's strategic priorities.

## Responsibilities

### Corporate Communications (Digital Focus)

As a core member of the Corporate Communications team, you will lead digital-focused corporate communications initiatives and support internal and external communications programs with a high degree of autonomy.

By strategically leveraging digital channels, including the corporate website and social media, you will communicate the company's values, purpose, strengths, and corporate identity to strengthen its reputation both internally and externally.

You will lead the development and execution of consistent corporate messaging and brand expression across digital platforms. This role will also focus on building trust and engagement with a broad range of stakeholders, including the media, the general public, patients, job seekers, and employees, while ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and brand standards.

### Key Responsibilities

• **Corporate Website Management:** Own the strategic management and continuous improvement of the corporate website, ensuring content accuracy, relevance, timeliness, regulatory compliance, and alignment with corporate strategy and brand guidelines.
• **Digital Content Strategy:** Lead the planning, development, and optimization of digital content across corporate channels, including the website and social media, to engage key target audiences.
• **Social Media Management:** Manage corporate social media channels, including content creation, editorial planning, community management, and performance optimization, to strengthen corporate reputation, brand positioning, and employer branding.
• **Digital Advertising:** Oversee social media advertising initiatives, including campaign planning, budget management, execution, and performance analysis, in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• **Digital Governance:** Establish and maintain digital governance frameworks, including content guidelines, approval processes, and coordination with global, regional, and local stakeholders.
• **Integrated Communications:** Drive integrated digital communications initiatives aligned with business strategy, corporate priorities, key messages, and strategic initiatives.
• **Brand Management:** Ensure brand consistency and integrity across all digital touchpoints through effective management of corporate brand assets and adherence to brand governance standards.

## Requirements

### Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Digital Media, Journalism, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent knowledge and experience will also be considered.
• At least 5 years of experience in corporate communications or digital communications, preferably within the pharmaceutical or regulated healthcare industry.
• Strong experience in digital content strategy, corporate website management, and social media communications to support corporate reputation and internal engagement.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and support decision-making through data-driven digital communications insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English, including experience developing executive-level communications and digital-first content.

### Additional Skills and Preferences

• Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, building consensus, and managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in crisis communications.
• An agile and innovative mindset, with the ability to adapt to change, drive continuous improvement, explore new technologies and processes, and proactively identify opportunities to create value.

## Additional Information

• **Location:** Tokyo or Kobe, Japan.
• **Working Arrangement:** Hybrid, with two days per week working from the office.
• **Travel:** Occasional domestic travel is required. International travel may be required approximately once a year.