Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
Galderma
Summary
Galderma is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Communications (Contract) to elevate and expand our corporate reputation, external visibility, and U.S. storytelling. This role will lead the development and execution of a 360° corporate communications strategy that strengthens Galderma’s presence in the U.S. market, reinforces our leadership in dermatology, and builds awareness of our scientific, clinical, and commercial momentum. In partnership with our corporate communications agency and U.S. leadership, this individual will drive external communications across media, corporate announcements, executive visibility, thought leadership, and U.S. LinkedIn and social channels. This role will also support internal communications — including Town Halls, leadership messages, organizational updates, and enterprise-wide engagement — ensuring consistent, aligned storytelling across all audiences. This position is ideal for a communicator who is both strategic and hands-on, highly organized, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of a U.S. corporate communications strategy that elevates Galderma’s external profile and reinforces our leadership in dermatology.
- Partner closely with our corporate communications agency to shape and activate proactive earned media, corporate announcements, and reputation-building initiatives.
- Develop external messaging, press materials, corporate positioning, and executive visibility plans.
- Support media engagement, conference visibility, and corporate storytelling aligned with key U.S. priorities and growth milestones.
- Manage and enhance the U.S. social media strategy across corporate channels — including content development, editorial planning, and publishing for U.S. LinkedIn.
- Ensure consistent alignment of messaging across all external-facing communications.
- Lead U.S. internal communications strategy to strengthen alignment, transparency, and engagement across all levels of the organization.
- Own key internal channels including Town Halls, leadership updates, newsletters, employee announcements, and enterprise-wide communication moments.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required.
Requirements
- Strategic communicator comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Experience in media engagement and corporate storytelling
- Highly organized and capable of managing both external reputation-building initiatives and internal employee engagement channels
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Short-Term Incentive
Company overview
Galderma S.A. is a Swiss pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, specializing exclusively in dermatology. Founded in 1981 as a joint venture between L'Oréal and Nestlé, the company has evolved into the world's largest independent dermatology company. Galderma focuses on three core business segments: Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare, and Therapeutic Dermatology. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of premium brands including Cetaphil, Restylane, Azzalure, Dysport, and Sculptra, serving patients and consumers in over 100 countries. With approximately 6,500 employees globally, Galderma maintains a strong research and development presence across six sites worldwide. The company went public in 2024 with an IPO on the SIX Swiss Exchange, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. Galderma's mission is to advance dermatology for every skin story, combining scientific innovation with trusted partnerships with healthcare professionals to deliver superior outcomes for diverse skin needs.