Associate Director, Public Affairs and - Leatherhead, United Kingdom - Incyte Corporation

Incyte Corporation

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Leatherhead, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Words from our General Manager UK&I - Pete Williams
"_Incyte Biosciences UK&I are at an extremely exciting phase in our evolution. With an established and growing portfolio in both the HaemOnc and Solid Tumour space and a promising innovative pipeline in Dermatology, the organisation is set to grow significantly as we continue our pursuit of positively impacting the lives of patients through our commitment to science and R&D excellence. As we move into new therapeutic areas and focus on building the profile of Incyte UK&I and develop meaningful relationships with external stakeholders the role of Public Affairs will be central to our success. As part of the UK management team the Associate Director of Public Affairs will build and execute the public affairs strategy, develop partnerships which support and raise standards of care and make Incyte and even greater place to work._

Summary

The Associate Director Public Affairs and Communications UK&I is accountable for the development and implementation of an integrated communications, advocacy and health policy strategy to support the UK&I organisation.

The role will focus on leveraging public relations, advocacy and policy experience to strengthen the profile of Incyte UK&I and build key relationships with external stakeholders (i.e. media, patient advocates, caregivers and policy makers).

The role reporting directly to the General Manager UK&I and indirectly to Head of Public Affairs Region Europe, will work cross functionally within the UK as well as the Region.

Function Responsibilities

Develop and implement patient advocacy, health policy and communication strategies to help meet Incyte's objectives for its Oncology and Dermatology portfolio while strengthening the companies brand and reputation in the UK&I.

Collaborate cross functionally with Incyte teams and commissioned partners to develop and implement insight driven strategies (e.g. medical, market access, commercial, legal, compliance, regulatory as well as other regional and global public affairs colleagues)
Drive key brand, portfolio and corporate communication initiatives, engaging general, trade and online media as well as external stakeholders (i.e. physicians, patient organisations, caregivers, payers) as appropriate
Lead and manage the process for local market press releases and other communication materials in line with functional and regional policies and processes.
Exemplify and foster patientcentric culture within the organisation by bringing patients perspectives and understanding of the external healthcare environment to internal teams, aligning key interests between the company and patient organisations as well as managing productive and enduring relationships with those groups
Support the development and implementation of health policy and advocacyspecific initiatives and activities including:
Provide up-to-date insights on external developments, trends and dynamics in the healthcare policy environment and ensure these are reflected appropriately in local implementation plans
Develop and manage relationships and partnership programs that elevate Incyte's engagement with external stakeholders based on a shared interest of raising standards of care for patients in the therapeutic areas we work
Contribute to brand and corporate strategy and planning process, providing both patient and policy maker insights and perspectives to shape the plans
Strengthen and operationalize processes for patient organisation interactions and oversee the grants and donations process in the UK&I including tracking, reporting and budget management
Contribute positively to a strong culture of business integrity and ethics by acting within local, regional and global compliance and legal requirements and company policies

Requirements:

BA/BS Required. Advanced degree in science or business related field preferred
Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing strategies which have developed patient advocacy, public relations and government affairs/policy shaping

Office based

Leatherhead UK office (Hybrid working allowable)
Preferably has deep experience in Oncology and or Immunology
Proven track record in preparing for product launches and successful life cycle management
Proven track record in developing key external relationships from scratch and building lasting partnerships with stakeholders and organisations
Experience of UK HTA processes (NICE, SMC AWMSG)
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Flexibility, diplomacy, and ability to manage expectations. Ability to build strong professional relationships internally and externally
Demonstrates and strong culture of business integrity and ethics
Language: fluent in English
Proficient in Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Disclaimer:

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