Sr. Manager, Brand Communications, US AIR and CARE Job at Chiesi Group in Cary

About us

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceuticals and healthcare group with over 85 years’ experience, operating in 30 countries with more than 6,000 employees. To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its three therapeutic areas: AIR (products and services that promote respiration), RARE (treatment for patients with rare diseases) and CARE (products and services that support special care and self-care). We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded B Corp Certification, a recognition of high social and environmental standards. We embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities.

Who we are looking for

Purpose

The Senior Manager, Brand Communications, US AIR and CARE, will lead in transforming how the world sees Chiesi’s AIR and CARE portfolios in the United States, by elevating awareness of our innovations and critical disease states. This role offers a chance to shine as the primary communication expert on the AIR and CARE Business Unit teams. You will craft and execute bold, creative, and insights-driven communication strategies that drive our business objectives.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead Communications for US AIR and CARE: Serve as the communications lead for US AIR and CARE. Provide expert counsel on communications opportunities and manage communications agency partner teams.
• Execute the Communications Strategy: Develop integrated communications strategies for AIR portfolio launches and implement tactical program execution.
• Lead Content Development: Develop content strategy plans and communications materials for the US AIR and CARE business units.
• Manage Media Engagements: Cultivate relationships with journalists and serve as the spokesperson for the AIR/CARE business units.
• Measure Results: Establish measurement frameworks for BU communications initiatives and report results.
• Budgetary Management: Manage the brand communications budget and execute tactics within budgetary requirements.

Experience Required

Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Track record of creative thinking grounded in data to drive measurable results.
• Experience executing integrated communication strategies with defined metrics.
• Experience in media relations and knowledge of emerging communications channels.
• Ability to work collaboratively across all functions.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Cary, NC.
• Willing and able to travel (approx. 20%).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of agency or in-house pharmaceutical communications experience.
• Previous pharmaceutical launch brand experience.

Education

Required: Bachelor’s degree and 4-6 years of experience in public relations, communications, journalism, advertising, or marketing.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, or related fields; advanced degree a plus.

Chiesi USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any basis protected by local, state or federal law.

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