What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Global Franchise Communications position at Alcon?
At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As Director, Global Franchise Communications, supporting the Global Vision Care, Ocular Health, and Pharma teams, you will be trusted to work on both internal and external communication initiatives from our Fort Worth, TX site. In this role, a typical day will include:
- Execute communication campaigns around products and key Alcon innovations in Global Vision Care Franchise, which includes contact lens, ocular health, and pharma businesses.
- Define, develop, and deliver impactful communications strategies and programs around product launches.
- Partner closely with functional and regional communications teams to develop consistent and informed messaging that impact associates.
- Prepare press materials, including comprehensive Global PR toolkits, supporting NA and International communications teams with their product launches.
- Develop global media strategies along with managing key stakeholder interviews (e.g., media) and PR opportunities (e.g., medical meeting speaking opportunities)
- Lead global issues or crisis situations impacting the businesses protecting brands and reputation, working closely with Corporate Communications, Investor Relations team, and Regional Communications to ensure alignment of external communications.
- Drive key Alcon corporate initiatives and programs among the Global Franchise associates.
- In partnership with HR, develop, implement, and provide counsel on communications for large change projects and business transformations.
- Create moments-in-time and support events such as Town Halls to engage associates and educate them on key business priorities.
- Drive key Alcon corporate initiatives and programs among Global Vision Care Franchise associates.
- Help support Business Development & Licensing (BD&L) communications initiatives and integrations reaching existing and future Alcon associates.
- Report consistent metrics to leaders and the businesses.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 18 yrs; Assoc. 14 yrs; M.S. 7 yrs; PhD 6 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
- 10 Years of Relevant Experience
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
- Travel Requirements: 10%, both domestic and international
- Relocation assistance: Yes
- Sponsorship: Yes
