OUR COMPANY

At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company, we focus on long-term performance. We believe that, if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve; after all, we started with just 28 people. Now, we are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture.

THE POSITION

The global Human Pharma Communications team is growing!

Within our Newsroom, where all editorial capabilities are integrated in a multi-channel setup, our Content & Editorial team drives the editorial planning and production for our Group, Business Units and Innovation Unit content agendas.

Tasks & responsibilities

• In your new role, you support the Newsroom in all content & editorial tasks. Particularly, you are responsible for implementing the strategic editorial plan, across all internal and external corporate communication channels such as website, MyBI, social media channels, Group print publications and other future channels.
  
• You act as storyteller, copy writer and content producer, researching and producing engaging and high-quality content, tailored to different internal and external media channels and adapted to the needs of the respective audiences. This can be a mix of background news and insights, social media posts, graphics, pictures, or videos. You are responsible for shaping this content in a way that it fits the Global Communications Agenda, for meeting all guidelines and quality standards.
  
• To ensure continuous development of our channels and content according to the audiences’ needs, you foster regular exchange and collaboration with the Channels & Engagement as well as Audiovisual Production team within the Newsroom.
  
• Moreover, you contribute to shaping the strategically defined Global Comms Agenda by identifying new external and internal content opportunities and by developing and implementing various communication concepts.
  
• With your senior expertise, you frequently collaborate with the R/OPU editorial teams to find and co-create stories around the world to drive a truly global agenda with a global impact on the BI reputation and brand.
  
• You are dedicated to Human Pharma topics and will collaborate closely with the Human Pharma Communications team to make sure the team can give input to the global editorial calendar and to find and co-create stories with impact on the BI reputation and brand.
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in media studies, journalism, or similar with long-term experience producing engaging web, print, and social media content
  
• Excellent copywriting and editorial skills; social media savvy; graphic design and Photoshop skills are an asset
  
• Profound knowledge of all journalistic formats
  
• Excellent knowledge of all channels and audiences
  
• Experience in project management
  
• Communicator with a fine nose for news and the ability to spot external trends
  
• Ability to translate business strategies, scientific papers and brand narratives into editorial communication that inspires and influences various target audiences
  
• Excellent command of English, German is an asset
  

EFFECTS OF COVID-19

We will continue to hire talented people and we look forward to receiving your applications. As a result of COVID-19, we have introduced alternative working arrangements to ensure that our employees can stay safe and healthy, because the health of our employees is among our top priorities. At all company locations, we work remotely whenever possible. Additionally, we are now hosting virtual video interviews for applicants. During the limited in-person interviews we still have during this time, we pay special attention to distance and the hygiene rules recommended by the Robert Koch Institute. New employees who do not start on site in production or the laboratories are sent the necessary IT equipment, our Welcome Days take place online, and we plan to conduct their onboarding training virtually whenever possible.

WHY BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM?

This is where you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.

We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth. We also offer a competitive salary, generous amount of vacation time, and numerous benefits towards your wellness & financial health and work-life balance. Plus, an onsite gym (Ingelheim), in-house doctor and best-in-class cafeterias and coffee bars to keep you energized and healthy. To learn more about what benefits could be waiting for you, please visit our Career area.
Want to learn more about us? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

READY TO CONTACT US?

Please contact our Recruiting EMEA Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-173173

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