Head of Culture and Engagement

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Job Details

Job ID: R0150610

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Job Description

Takeda Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly skilled and experienced communications and culture lead to head our internal and external brand, communications, and culture strategy for the Data, Digital, and Technology (DD&T) function. This role is critical to shaping the narrative and driving engagement. A member of the DD&T Talent Development and Change Management Leadership Team, this pivotal role will lead:

• External Engagements and Branding: Enhance brand visibility and digital footprint by managing strategic external engagements, select external communications around DD&T’s work (e.g., impact of digital), and highlighting the strong digital culture at Takeda.
• Culture: Develop and drive execution of efforts to build a strong culture. This includes driving culture and engagement activities to help the growing DD&T community to embrace Takeda-ism values, setting a foundation for creating an exceptional people experience.
• International Capability Center (ICC) Communications: Oversee internal and external communications for the global network of ICCs, ensuring consistent and strategic messaging across all platforms in partnership with local communications leads.
• Internal Engagement and Communications: Lead capabilities and best practice for internal communications and engagements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative branding strategies to enhance presence in the data/digital landscape.
• Manage media relations and external communications, including digital content creation and public engagements aligned to Takeda’s Corporate Communications strategy and team.
• Design and oversee a comprehensive DD&T communications strategy, including the delivery of all internal and external messaging, to support DD&T’s strategic objectives and projects.
• Spearhead DD&T Culture Strategy – Plan and execute strategic change activities that embed Takeda’s culture (including facilitation of Culture and Values Group, DE&I programs, CSR Activities, and Ethics & Compliance initiatives).
• Manage and coordinate communications and engagement for Takeda’s global Innovation Capability Centers.
• Lead a dedicated team of communication professionals, setting clear objectives, encouraging professional growth, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, executives, media, and industry partners.
• Create communications plans, content calendars, presentations, social media posts, videos, articles, talking points, and other assets as required.
• Generate a range of communications materials and ensure clarity and consistency of messages.
• Provide guidance on best practice as needed.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Marketing, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, with a focus on technology or data-driven environments.

Desirable Qualifications

• Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies in a complex, global organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms, including social media, CMS, and analytics.
• Experience with digital/technology products such as Microsoft, mobile apps, and SAP.
• Experience managing projects, planning events, creating content, and understanding design/UX principles.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
• Additional language skills desirable – e.g., Japanese, German, French, Spanish.
• Experience providing internal support to business stakeholders.
• Strong IT skills and adaptability to new systems.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive to be transparent with our pay practices.

For Location: Cambridge, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range: $174,500.00 – $274,230.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on various factors, including qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

U.S.-based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits. They are also eligible for up to 80 hours of sick time per year and up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires.

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