Director of Global Digital and Social Media Communications (d/f/m)

at  Sandoz

Sandoz is going through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Generic and Biosimilar medicines.
Now as an independently listed company, Sandoz aims to increase its strategic focus, operate with greater agility, set clearer business objectives, enhance shareholder returns, and strengthen its culture for us, the Sandoz associates. This is an exciting time in our history, and by creating a new and ambitious path, it will provide a unique opportunity for us all, both professionally and personally.
Join us as a Founder of our ‘new’ Sandoz!

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, or a related field (Master degree is a plus)
• 8+ years of experience in digital communications, social media strategy, and/or website management work in fast-paced, dynamic environments, collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Digitally savvy individual with a proven track record of harnessing the power of digital technologies to maximize business impact
• Proven expertise in managing executive social media accounts, especially LinkedIn
• Strong editorial, storytelling, and content creation skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments, collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Experience leveraging AI and digital tools to enhance content strategy and analytics.
• Strong knowledge of web design, user experience, and content management systems.
• Fluent Englis

Desirable Requirements:

• German or additional languages are welcome
• Experience in industries such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, generics, biotechnology, or life sciences preferred

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Design and implement comprehensive digital and social strategies, aligned with the company’s business objectives, to strengthen the company’s brand and executive profiles across all digital and social channels.
• Lead the creation and curation of high-quality, engaging content for digital platforms, including the corporate website and social media, ensuring consistency in tone, style, and messaging. Build online digital communities to expand and engage stakeholders.
• Manage and evolve the sandoz.com corporate website, ensuring that design and content are current, engaging, user-friendly, and aligned with company as well as brand objectives. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors for continuous improvement.
• Oversee the management of social media channels, particularly LinkedIn, to ensure consistent engagement and professional representation of company executives. Guide content strategy, post scheduling, and interaction with key stakeholders.
• Provide direct support to company executives, helping them craft personalized, strategic posts, and manage their social media presence to build influence and thought leadership in their respective areas.
• Leverage AI-powered tools for content creation, analytics, and social media optimization, to ensure digital strategies remain innovative and data-driven. Stay ahead of technology trends and identify opportunities for innovation.
• Track, analyze, and report on website and social media performance metrics, generating actionable insights to refine strategies and improve engagement across all digital platforms.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE:

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, or a related field (Master degree is a plus)
• 8+ years of experience in digital communications, social media strategy, and/or website management work in fast-paced, dynamic environments, collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Digitally savvy individual with a proven track record of harnessing the power of digital technologies to maximize business impact
• Proven expertise in managing executive social media accounts, especially LinkedIn
• Strong editorial, storytelling, and content creation skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments, collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Experience leveraging AI and digital tools to enhance content strategy and analytics.
• Strong knowledge of web design, user experience, and content management systems.
• Fluent English

Desirable Requirements:

• German or additional languages are welcome
• Experience in industries such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, generics, biotechnology, or life sciences preferred.