Associate Media Relations and Issues Management Director

Role: Senior communications leader overseeing media relations and issues management for Novo Nordisk US, focusing on enhancing corporate reputation and stakeholder engagement. Responsibilities: serve as company spokesperson, develop proactive media strategies across traditional and digital channels, manage key media relationships at national and local levels, lead crisis and issues management plans, and support leadership media training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including USO leadership, corporate branding, and legal. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree; 12+ years in strategic communications, public relations or media relations, preferably with pharma or agency experience; strong crisis management, media strategy, and cross-functional influence skills. Preferred: advanced degree, experience with social/digital platforms, and knowledge of healthcare/biopharma landscape. High-value: extensive media relations expertise, crisis issues management, experience in a regulated industry, and ability to influence senior leaders. WorkSetup: physical presence in the US, with 10-20% overnight travel.