Global Brand Communications Specialist

Description 【募集の背景 / Purpose & Scope】 This role supports Global Priority Brand Communicators in delivering impactful, timely, and compliant communications for key regulatory milestones, data announcements, and scientific congresses. The position also plays a key role in issues management for priority brands and brand team engagement. 【職務の内容 / Essential Job Responsibilities】 （雇入れ直後） Regulatory Milestone Communications

• Support the development of global communication plans for regulatory milestones, including filings, approvals, and label updates.
• Coordinate with global, regional, and local teams to ensure consistent messaging and timely dissemination of accurate and compliant materials.
• Draft and refine core message frameworks, Q&As, and internal announcements to align with regulatory updates and business objectives. Data Announcements & Scientific Congresses
• Assist in the development and execution of global communication strategies for key data announcements and scientific congresses.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure aligned messaging, content development, and timely distribution of communications.
• Develop and adapt core messaging, Q&As, and internal updates to support data releases and congress activities. Issues Management
• Monitor and support the identification and management of communication risks related to priority brands.
• Draft holding statements, core message frameworks, Q&As, and response protocols to manage emerging issues effectively.
• Ensure communications align with regulatory, compliance, and ethical standards, working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Serve as a key point of contact for the Global Commercial Communications Network, ensuring seamless execution of brand communications.
• Collaborate with Corporate, R&D Communications, and Investor Relations to align brand and TA-related messaging. （変更の範囲） 会社内での全ての業務 【就業環境に関する要件 / Specific Physical or Environmental Requirements】 At Astellas we recognize 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 optimize 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 【応募要件 / Qualifications】 ＜必須 / Required＞
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Communications, Public Relations, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare communications.
• Strong understanding of regulatory processes, clinical data communication, and industry compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to simplify complex scientific concepts.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed environment is highly desirable. ＜歓迎 / Preferred＞ 1. Global & Multi-Market Communications
• Proven ability to lead and execute global or multi-market brand communication strategies in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Strong business acumen and experience aligning communications with commercial objectives in a regulated environment.
• Expertise in coordinating stakeholders across time zones, functions, and cultural backgrounds. 2. Strategic & Data-Driven Communications
• Ability to translate complex scientific and medical data into clear, engaging, and compliant messaging.
• Experience developing and implementing high-impact communication strategies that drive brand awareness and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical skills to measure effectiveness and optimize communication strategies. 3. Cross-Cultural & Stakeholder Engagement
• Experience working with diverse, global teams and external partners, fostering collaboration across multiple markets.
• Ability to create inclusive, culturally relevant communications while ensuring compliance with industry and local regulations.
• Proven experience building trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 4. Leadership & Execution Excellence
• Experience leading teams and managing complex, multi-market projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong project management skills, ensuring timely execution and impact-driven communications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive alignment across global, regional, and local teams.