Head of Communications, International

Business Introduction

At GSK were 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 strategysecond only to the US in scale and encompassing 90% of the worlds population. This region spans major markets Japan Canada China and Brazilalongside 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 GSKs 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 GSKs 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 GSKs 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 GSKs 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:

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

• Proven experience leading strategic communications in a multinational matrixed environmentideally 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:

• Masters 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.

Why GSK

Uniting science technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade as a successful growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make so were committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how together we deliver for patients shareholders and our people.

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