Communications Manager

**The Future Begins Here**

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet.

Mexico City has been selected to be home to Takeda’s recently launched Innovation Capability Center thanks to its international recognition in qualified and experienced talent in the data, digital and technology fields. We invite you to join our digital transformation journey.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement.

**At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity**

**About the role**

Takeda is in the process of creating a new and robust presence in Mexico to raise awareness among potential applicants and ecosystem partners for its Innovation Capability Center (ICC).

Key to this effort, Takeda is looking for an experienced and well-rounded communicator, brand strategist, and writer as Communications Manager able to produce multimedia content and promote digital social network content.
- Tell compelling stories to showcase our data, digital and technology achievements, celebrating our employees and attracting future employees.
- Develop, execute and measure communications aligned with Takeda’s DD&T Communications Plan and defined brand guidelines.
- Manage and implement branding and editorial plans across internal / external corporate communications channels, supporting the Head of ICC and with a specific focus on building brand awareness in Mexico.
- Develop multimedia/omnichannel content for external audiences including major universities, local communities, student associations, industry chambers, technology ecosystem; blog and media articles as well as business social networks content.
- Manage and execute internal communications within the ICC including for example townhalls, team engagement, leadership messaging and internal storytelling to showcase the value contribution of ICC.

**General communications activities**
- Driving and managing a number of communications projects and activities associated with ICC and its local community activities in support of the wider internal / external communications and strategic plan. This may include (but is not limited to) the following activities:

- Communication Project management
- Key message development
- Budget and vendor management related to communications

**Skills and Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications or a related field, and 5 years’ writing experience with excellent copyediting and proofreading skills in professional English
- Experience (minimum of 3 years) in IT, data, digital, technology and agile services environment, with understanding of technology market and talent trends
- Experience in pharmaceuticals is a plus
- Experience with designing and running Recruitment Marketing campaign(s)
- Experienced storyteller; creative, out of the box thinker with a track record of coming up with new ways to engage external stakeholders and employees
- An exceptionally strong eye for detail, with solid strategic, analytical and planning skills, as well as a creative approach to problem solving
- Comfortable with change, with an ability and willingness to adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment
- Experience with intranet platforms, Microsoft Office suite and Adobe (Indesign, Illustrator, premier, audition)
- Video editing and multimedia production experience required
- Management of social media campaigns
- Professional English & Spanish language skills
- Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with media and industry players / executives of varying levels and areas of expertise
- Ability to deliver in high pressure situations and with short deadlines

**What Takeda’s ICC Can Offer You**

At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career.

Joining the ICC in Mexico City will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth.

It is our priority to provide competitive compensation and a benefit package that bridges your personal life with your professional career. Amongst our benefits are:

- Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus
- Monthly Supermarket and Food Vouchers
- Flexible Working Schemes
- Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance Plans: Life, Medical, Dental & Vision
- Additional Paid Time Off
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs

If you have further inquiries on the ICC Mexico City or this role, follow us on LinkedIn.

**Locations**: MEX - Santa Fe

**Worker Type**: Employee

**Worker Sub-Type**: Regular

**Time Type**: Full time