Patient Engagement & Communication Lead

Job Description

We are looking for a strategic and purpose-driven leader to shape communication projects and champion patient engagement across our organization. In this role, you will represent the company internally & externally, partner with patient organizations and advocacy groups, and embed a strong patient-centric culture into everything we do. You will lead impactful communication and reputation-building initiatives, manage high-profile communication campaigns, and collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders/associations to ensure our voice is trusted, compliant, and influential. If you are passionate about driving meaningful change at the intersection of healthcare, communications, and patient advocacy, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

Job Description

Patient Engagement

• Lead and align strategic patient engagement across the organization, representing the company to patient organization and championing a patient-centric culture.
• Establish and safeguard the legal/compliance framework, and coordinate with patient oriented activities.
• Partner with business units to build capabilities and facilitate external input and collaboration with patient organizations and advocacy initiatives.
  
  

Communications

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications, media relations, branding, social media to support company & business objectives and enhance corporate reputation.
• Manage company priorities and run strategic campaigns, including policy-focused communications, to protect the company’s reputation and business interests.
• Collaborate with agencies and foster strategic relationships with patient advocacy groups and scientific associations and communities to align on needs and drive impactful initiatives.
  
  

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector.
• Demonstrated people leadership with strong operational and strategic capabilities.
• Deep knowledge of Türkiye’s corporate communications and patient engagement landscape.
  
  

Required Skills

Adaptability, Adaptability, Compliance Frameworks, Corporate Communications Strategy, Creativity, Data Analysis, Data Management, Developing Pricing Strategies, Digital Marketing Analytics, Healthcare Policies, Health Economics Research, Interpersonal Relationships, Market Access, Marketing Communications (MarCom), Market Research, Outcomes Research, Patient Advocacy, Patient Communications, Patient Engagement, Patient Interactions, Patients Rights, Pharmaceutical Management, Pharmaceutical Market, Social Media, Social Media Management {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills

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Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

VISA Sponsorship

Travel Requirements

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Valid Driving License

Hazardous Material(s)

Job Posting End Date

12/30/2025

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Requisition ID R377713