Communications Partner

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Communications Partner to join our Canadian Access Sustainability & External Engagement team based out of either Greater Toronto Area ON or Monreal QC

About the role

The Communications Partner is to lead the development and execution of strategic communications initiatives that advance UCB Canadas external engagement and internal alignment with UCBs Ambition and Vision.

Who youll work with
This role will collaborate internally and externally to contribute in shaping UCBs presence in the Canadian healthcare ecosystem through thoughtful consistent and impactful communications.

What youll do

• Contribute to the design and implementation of integrated communication strategies that support UCBs business priorities and leadership aspirations. Identify key audiences determine core messages and establish a schedule and cadence for regular updates.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to align messaging with strategic goals.
• Support the creation and delivery of external-facing content including press releases social media thought leadership and stakeholder communications.
• Manage relationships with external communications vendors and partners.
• Develop and distribute internal communications such as newsletters announcements and leadership messages.
• Develop and Implement Internal Communication Strategy: Design and execute a comprehensive strategy for internal communications aligning with organizational goals and values.
• Channel Management and Delivery: Evaluate select and manage the most effective communication channelssuch as intranets email newsletters digital signage town hall meetings and collaboration platformsto ensure streamlined and targeted messaging tailored to diverse employee groups.
• Content Creation and Curation: Draft edit and curate compelling content for internal audiences including announcements leadership messages organizational updates policy changes and recognition stories.
• Message Consistency and Alignment: Safeguard the consistency and accuracy of internal messaging by collaborating with senior leaders and other stakeholders. Provide guidance on tone language and branding to ensure clarity and alignment across all communication touchpoints.
• Engages regularly with the CA Leadership Team for internal communications including developing and executing communications for Town Halls videos events PIMs and more
• Partner with departments across the organization to ensure alignment and consistency in communications.
• Support the planning and execution of events presentations and campaigns.
• Work closely with leadership during times of change or crisis to develop timely transparent and empathetic communication strategies that support employees and maintain trust.
• Track and analyze communication metrics to assess effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.

Interested For this position youll need the following education experience and skills:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Communications Public Relations Marketing or a related field.

• 5-7 years experience in strategic communications preferably in healthcare or life sciences.

• Strategic mindset with proven ability to align and translate business goals into communication plans.

• Strong writing editing and storytelling skills.

• Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms.

• Bilingual in English/French (required).

Are you ready to go beyond to create value and make your mark for patients If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you!

About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe inspired by patients and driven by science.

Weve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

Why work with us
At UCB we dont just complete tasks we create value. We arent afraid to push forward collaborate and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring supportive culture where everyone feels included respected and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We go beyond to create value for our patients and always with a human focus whether thats on our patients our employees or our planet. Working for us you will discover a place where you can grow and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive accessible environment where all employees and members feel valued respected and supported. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (e.g. alternate formats of materials accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation) please contact and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that our hiring process includes the use of artificial intelligence (AI). All final hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams.