28 Biotechnology / Life Sciences jobs in Caerffili, Caerffili - Caerphilly

We're looking for a communications professional to support our global brand teams in delivering high-impact, timely, and compliant messaging around key regulatory milestones, data releases, and major scientific congresses. This role is also central to managing brand-related issues and driving strong engagement across global brand teams. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to ensure communication strategies are aligned with scientific and commercial objectives. Ideally, you bring experience working on global brands within a pharmaceutical company or agency setting, giving you the ability to navigate complex, matrixed environments and deliver communications that resonate across diverse markets. Hybrid Working: At Astellas we recognise 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 optimise 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. Responsibilities:

• Developing global communication plans for regulatory milestones, including filings, approvals, and label updates.
• Coordinating with global, regional, and local teams to ensure consistent messaging and timely delivery of accurate and compliant materials.
• Drafting and refining core message frameworks, Q&As, and internal announcements to align with regulatory updates and business objectives
• Driving the development and execution of global communication strategies for key data announcements and scientific congresses.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to align messaging, coordinate content creation, and ensure timely distribution of communications.
• Creating and tailoring core messages, Q&As, and internal updates to support data disclosures and congress-related activities.
• Monitoring and supporting the identification and management of communication risks tied to priority brands.
• Preparing holding statements, core message frameworks, Q&As, and response protocols to address emerging issues proactively.
• Ensuring all communications meet regulatory, compliance, and ethical standards by collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders.
• Acting as a key point of contact for the to ensure smooth execution of brand communications.
• Partnering with Corporate, R&D Communications, and Investor Relations to align messaging across brand and therapeutic area initiatives.
  
  Background in pharmaceutical or healthcare communications, with a solid grasp of the industry landscape.
• Well-versed in regulatory processes, clinical data communications, and compliance standards within the healthcare sector.
• Skilled in translating complex scientific information into clear, accessible language for diverse audiences.
• Comfortable navigating global, cross-functional environments and working effectively within matrixed teams.
• Preferred Experience:
• Demonstrated success in driving global or multi-market brand communication initiatives within the pharmaceutical or healthcare space.
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of aligning communications strategies to support business goals in regulated settings.
• Skilled in bringing together stakeholders across regions, functions, and cultures to ensure cohesive and effective communication.
• Skilled at turning complex scientific and medical information into clear, engaging, and compliant messages.
• Experienced in crafting and executing communication strategies that boost brand visibility and strengthen stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to assess impact and continuously improve communication approaches.
• Experience working with diverse, global teams and external partners, fostering collaboration across multiple markets.
• Proven ability to lead teams and oversee complex, multi-market initiatives within dynamic, matrixed environments.
• Highly effective project management skills, with a focus on coordination, timelines, and delivery.
Education:
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Communications, Public Relations, Life Sciences, or equivalent.
  
  At Astellas we can offer an inspiring place to work and a chance to make your mark in doing good for others.
Our expertise, science and technology make us a pharma company. Our open and progressive culture is what makes us Astellas. It's a culture of doing good for others and contributing to a sustainable society. Delivering meaningful differences for patients is our driving force. We all have a significant opportunity to make that difference, working locally in the areas we know best, whilst drawing inspiration from the different insights and expertise we have access to globally and from our innovative, external partners. Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn't a buzzword - it's a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division. Our ethos is underpinned by the Astellas Way, comprising five core values: patient focus; ownership; results; openness and integrity. We are proud to offer an inclusive and respectful working environment that fosters collaboration and ownership. Our aspiration is to bring the best brains together, to provide them with world-leading tools and resources and a unique structure that fosters real agility and entrepreneurial spirit. The Opportunity


• This is a permanent full-time position
• Position is based in the United Kingdom
• This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of home and a minimum of 1 day per quarter in our local office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.