Astellas Pharma US, Inc

External Corporate Communications Specialist

Astellas Pharma US, Inc • $80K — $95K *
Northbrook, IL 60062In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media or a related field.
  • Significant experience in integrated communications, focusing on corporate communications and media relations.
  • Experience in the life sciences industry with knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Proven background in developing media content and supporting media relations programmes.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, particularly in simplifying complex topics.
  • Familiarity with Generative AI for creating communications materials and reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Support the execution of external media relations strategy with proactive and reactive engagement.
  • Coordinate responses to media enquiries and assist in developing press materials.
  • Research media opportunities and support corporate press events and announcements.
  • Maintain media lists and monitor journalist, industry, and competitive activity.
  • Manage and optimize corporate social media and digital communications content development.
  • Support corporate website content management to ensure alignment with corporate messaging.
  • Monitor media and digital performance, providing analytical insights for improved engagement.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working environment promoting work/life balance.
  • Opportunity to connect with colleagues both in-office and remotely.
  • Engagement with diverse cross-functional teams across the company.
  • Dynamic and fast-paced work setting for professional growth.
Full Job Description
Working Environment and Location

  • This position is hybrid and based from our UK office in Addlestone, Surrey.
  • At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.


Purpose and Scope

  • The External Corporate Communications Specialist supports the execution of Astellas' global external communications strategy and helps strengthen and protect the company's corporate reputation and brand.
  • Reporting to the Lead, External Corporate Communications, the role supports media relations, social media, digital communications, corporate website management, analytics and issues preparedness. The Specialist works across Corporate Communications and with functions including Investor Relations, Commercial and Medical Affairs, R&D, Public Affairs, Legal, Compliance and local affiliates to deliver consistent and engaging communications across earned, owned and shared channels.
  • The role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and sound judgment, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, highly matrixed global environment.


Role and Responsibilities

  • Support the execution of Astellas' external media relations strategy, including proactive and reactive media engagement.
  • Manage and coordinate responses to media enquiries and support development of press releases, statements, Q&As, fact sheets and other media materials.
  • Research media opportunities and support press events, briefings, interviews and corporate announcements.
  • Maintain media lists and monitor relevant journalist, industry and competitive activity.
  • Support the corporate social media and digital communications strategy, including content development, scheduling, publishing and community management.
  • Develop and optimise content across social, web and other digital channels in partnership with internal stakeholders and external agencies.
  • Support corporate website content management, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, current and aligned with corporate messaging and governance requirements.
  • Monitor media, social and digital performance and use analytics to provide insights and recommendations that strengthen engagement and reputation.
  • Support SEO, AEO and GEO best practices to improve content visibility and discoverability.
  • Identify and escalate emerging reputational issues and support issues and crisis communications preparedness, including monitoring, response materials and communications playbooks.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies to deliver integrated communications programmes aligned with Astellas' mission, values and strategic priorities.
  • Ensure communications activities comply with corporate governance, legal, regulatory and compliance requirements.


Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media or a related field.
  • Significant experience in integrated communications, including corporate communications, media relations, public relations, digital communications and social media.
  • Experience in the life sciences industry, with a strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Proven experience supporting media relations programmes and developing media and corporate communications content.
  • Experience managing social media channels and corporate digital platforms.
  • Experience using Generative AI to support development of communications materials, analysis and reporting.
  • Strong understanding of digital and social media trends, governance and analytics.
  • Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
  • Possess strong aptitude for understanding how the broader external environment impacts the Company and how to apply that to strategic communications.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, highly matrixed global organization.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting corporate reputation, executive communications, issues management or crisis communications.
  • Experience with media monitoring, social media management and communications analytics platforms.
  • Experience working with digital agencies and external communications vendors.
  • Familiarity with technology platforms supporting media relations, digital communications and website management.
  • Knowledge of SEO, AEO and GEO and their application to content optimisation.
  • Experience supporting communications across multiple markets and regions.
  • Familiarity with global communications governance and approval processes.


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About Astellas Pharma US, Inc

Astellas Pharma US, Inc is a pharmaceutical company that develops and markets drugs for the treatment of cancer, immunology, and urology. The company is a subsidiary of Astellas Pharma Inc, a Japanese pharmaceutical company. Astellas Pharma US, Inc was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. The company has over 17,000 employees and operates in over 50 countries. Astellas Pharma US, Inc is committed to improving the health and well-being of patients through the development of innovative and effective therapies.
Learn more about Astellas Pharma US, Inc
Size
14,522 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Founded
2005
NASDAQ
ALPMF
* Ladders Estimates

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