Assistant Manager Communication & Sustainability

Role Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Communications and Sustainability support to lead and support our corporate communication and sustainability strategies. This role requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in PR, social and internal communication, as well as sustainability initiatives, and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will drive efforts to enhance our corporate reputation and promote sustainable practices along side employee engagement aligned with AstraZeneca's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Communication:

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to enhance AstraZeneca's reputation in India.

• Craft compelling narratives and messaging for internal and external audiences.

• Support executive communications including speech writing and presentation preparations.

• Oversee media relations, manage inquiries, and build strong relationships with journalists and media outlets.

• Ability to work with business leaders, develop function specific storyboards and convert them into impactful insights demonstrating strong storyboarding skills

• Ability to work productively with the external agencies to ensure successful execution and deliver impactful results

• Sustainability Initiatives:

• Support sustainability projects and initiatives that align with AstraZeneca's glocal sustainability goals.

• Drive employee engagement behind ongoing sustainability initiatives

• Monitor and report on sustainability metrics and progress, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Collaborate with external partners, NGOs, and industry bodies to foster sustainability initiatives.

• Internal Communications:

• Foster employee engagement through effective internal communication campaigns.

• Develop content for internal newsletters, announcements, and intranet updates