Head of Communications, International
1 week ago
Posted Date: Oct
Business Introduction
At GSK, we're uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease. Our innovation improves health outcomes and transforms lives. Our newly established International Region represents a pivotal force in our strategy—second only to the US in scale and encompassing 90% of the world's population. This region spans major markets —Japan, Canada, China, and Brazil—alongside rapidly transforming sub-regions in the APAC, LATAM, International Central & Greater China markets.
The Head of Communications plays a pivotal role in shaping reputation, driving alignment, and amplifying GSK's voice to position GSK for success across the International Region. This role supports policy advocacy, strategic business priorities, and disease awareness while fostering trust and engagement across diverse markets.
Position Summary
The Head of Communications – International Region will lead internal and external communications strategy, serving as a trusted advisor to the Regional President and International Leadership Team (ILT). This role also partners with market-based communicators to ensure cohesive, impactful messaging while managing media engagement, issues management, and storytelling to enhance reputation and strengthen cultural cohesion.
Through collaboration with stakeholders across Commercial and Global & Regional Communications & Government Affairs (CGA), the Head of Communications ensures alignment of communications strategies with GSK's mission, values, and regional priorities.
Key Responsibilities
External Communications & Reputation
Lead proactive media engagement to support policy shaping, disease awareness, and advocacy efforts in coordination with Commercial and Global CGA teams.
Develop and execute reputation-building campaigns that highlight GSK's leadership, innovation, and public health impact.
Manage external issues and crisis communications with consistency and alignment to global strategy.
Partner with CGA and Policy teams to amplify advocacy platforms through earned media and thought leadership initiatives.
Internal Communications & Culture
Design and deliver internal communications strategies that foster trust, alignment, and ambition across the International Region.
Create storytelling channels, recognition programs, and strategic dialogues to empower teams and reinforce GSK's mission and values.
Support the Regional President and ILT with messaging, engagement strategies, and leadership visibility initiatives.
Drive accountability and cultural cohesion through transparent, values-driven communication.
Strategic Engagement & Integration
Serve as communications lead for regional strategic initiatives, launches, and transformation programs.
Partner directly with the Regional President on enterprise-wide engagements with key stakeholders such as the Economic Development Board (EDB) in Singapore.
Align closely with Global Communications, CGA, and Market Communications Leads to ensure coherence and agility across all touchpoints.
Embed communications planning into business rhythms, including town halls, leadership forums, and market visits.
Monitor sentiment, media trends, and stakeholder feedback to inform strategy and mitigate reputational risks.
Qualifications/Skills
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
Proven experience leading strategic communications in a multinational, matrixed environment—ideally in healthcare or regulated industries.
Strong understanding of policy shaping, media dynamics, and reputation management across diverse geographies.
Track record of designing internal communications that drive alignment, culture, and performance.
Experience managing sensitive issues and crises with discretion, speed, and strategic foresight.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Communications, Business Administration, or related field.
Expertise in navigating ambiguity and delivering high-impact messaging with clarity and confidence.
Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and external partners.
Strong ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive alignment and deliver measurable outcomes.
Work Arrangement
This role requires on-site presence with occasional travel across the International Region.
Why Join Us?
This role provides high visibility across the International Region, offering direct engagement with the Regional President, ILT, and Global CGA. As Head of Communications, you will play a central role in shaping the voice of GSK, amplifying purpose, driving reputation, and empowering teams to succeed.
Apply today to help lead communications for one of the most dynamic and diverse regions globally.
Dlaczego GSK?
Łączymy naukę, technologię i umiejętności, aby razem pokonywać choroby.
GSK to globalna firma biofarmaceutyczna, której celem jest łączenie nauki, technologii i talentów, aby razem pokonywać choroby. Jako odnosząca sukcesy, rozwijająca się firma, w której ludzie mogą realizować swój potencjał, dążymy do pozytywnego wpływu na zdrowie 2,5 miliarda ludzi do końca dekady.
Priorytetem są dla nas innowacyjne rozwiązania w obszarze szczepionek i leków specjalistycznych, które maksymalizują rosnące możliwości w zakresie zapobiegania chorobom i ich leczenia.
Skupiamy się na czterech obszarach terapeutycznych: układzie oddechowym, immunologii; onkologii; HIV; oraz chorobach zakaźnych – aby wpływać na zdrowie na dużą skalę.
Ludzie i pacjenci na całym świecie polegają na lekach i szczepionkach, które produkujemy, dlatego zobowiązujemy się do tworzenia środowiska, w którym nasi pracownicy mogą się rozwijać i koncentrować na tym, co najważniejsze. Nasza kultura bycia ambitnym dla pacjentów, odpowiedzialnym za wpływ i postępowania właściwie jest fundamentem, na którym wspólnie dostarczamy rezultaty dla pacjentów, akcjonariuszy i naszych pracowników.
Naszym celem jest być jedną z najbardziej innowacyjnych, najlepiej działających i zaufanych firm z branży opieki zdrowotnej na świecie. Wierzymy, że wszyscy wnosimy coś wyjątkowego do GSK i kiedy łączymy naszą wiedzę, doświadczenia i styl, wpływ, jaki mamy na świat jest niesamowity. Dołącz do naszej przygody w GSK, gdzie zainspirujemy Cię do wykonywania najlepszej pracy dla naszych pacjentów i klientów. Miejsce, w którym możesz być sobą, czuć się dobrze i się rozwijać.
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GSK nie akceptuje poleceń pracowników od biur i/lub agencji pośrednictwa pracy w odniesieniu do ofert pracy zamieszczonych na tej stronie. Wszystkie biura/agencje pośrednictwa pracy są zobowiązane do skontaktowania się z działem handlowym i ogólnym/kadr GSK w celu uzyskania wcześniejszej pisemnej zgody przed poleceniem kandydatów firmie GSK. Uzyskanie uprzedniej pisemnej zgody jest nadrzędne w stosunku do jakiejkolwiek umowy (ustnej lub pisemnej) między biurem/agencją pośrednictwa pracy a GSK. W przypadku braku takowego pisemnego upoważnienia wszelkie działania podejmowane przez biuro/agencję pośrednictwa pracy będą uważane za wykonane bez zgody lub umownego porozumienia ze strony GSK. GSK nie ponosi zatem odpowiedzialności za jakiekolwiek opłaty wynikające z takich działań lub wynikające z polecenia danej osoby przez biura/agencje pośrednictwa pracy w odniesieniu do ofert pracy zamieszczonych na tej stronie.
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