Global Science Communications

Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally.​

Our mission: to bring health in people's hands by making self-care as simple as it should be for over half a billion consumers worldwide.​

At the core of this mission is our 100+ loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and four specialized science and innovation development centers. ​

Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world's most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan.​

B Corp certified in multiple markets, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet.​

Find out more about our mission to bring health in your hands at ​

About the job

The Global Science Communications & Engagement Lead develops and executes the Science Hub's communication and engagement strategy in alignment with organization's objectives. The role is critical in accelerating and bringing to life the Science strategy for Opella.  This role collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging, enhance the company and Science Hub reputation internally and externally, and drive Science Hub employee engagement.

This position requires a hands-on leader who will drive strategies and content development and manage the editorial calendar for the Science Hub including internal, external and executive communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications Leadership: Develop and execute the Science Hub's multi-channel communication strategy aligned with organizational goals. Serve as the primary advisor and contact for all Science Hub communications.

•  Internal Communications: Create high-quality content for emails, newsletters, Viva Engage, and social media to foster science employees' engagement and organizational alignment. Develop content to support specific Science Hub initiatives and programs.

• External Communications: Enhance the Science Hub's reputation by managing external communications and preparing leadership opportunities for the Chief Science Officer. Work closely with media relations to promote the Science Hub narrative. Support the acceleration of the Science strategy through actively managing the science advisory board for the Chief Science Officer and their leadership team and partnering on activities such as the open innovation portal.

• Engagement & Change Management: Collaborate on initiatives to improve engagement by embedding Opella's culture throughout the Science Hub, developing tailored programs for the top leaders and supporting initiatives such as InnovAction Days, etc. 

Qualifications

• University degree (Master, Ph.D., PharmD) in sciences/engineering; MBA is a plus

• 7+ years of experience in consumer healthcare or pharmaceutical industry

• Proven experience developing, executing, and measuring communications strategies

• Experience coordinating change management projects in complex multinational environments

• Excellent presentation and communication skills with ability to create compelling messages

• Strong leadership skills with ability to operate strategically across functions

• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all organizational levels

• Fluent in English, both verbal and written

Why us?

At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.

We Are Challengers.

We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things:

All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.

Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.

Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.

Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.

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