Marketing & Communications Manager

Location: Cambridgeshire

Editorial & Content Manager

Up to 55,000 pro rata
8-9 Month Fixed-Term Contract
Cambridge Area 3 days onsite
Immediate Start

Can you transform complex clinical data into deeply empathetic, patient-centric human stories? A rapidly growing, independent global pharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, dedicated to improving the lives of patients and caregivers facing rare genetic and metabolic conditions are looking for a content & Communications Manager for a 8-9 month maternity contract. You will be someone who loves the craft of writing just as much as leading a team, you will take full ownership of our brand voice, shape global content strategies, and directly line-manage talented inhouse writers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, editing and delivery of high-quality content across digital, print, corporate communications, PR, social media, email marketing and campaign materials.
• Develop and execute integrated marketing and communications plans that support commercial objectives and enhance audience engagement.
• Manage, coach and develop two direct reports, providing day-to-day leadership and support.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to create compelling, compliant messaging for a variety of audiences, including supporting product launches and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure all communications and promotional materials meet regulatory, legal and compliance requirements expected within a highly regulated industry.

Your skills & experience:

• Significant experience in marketing communications, corporate communications, content marketing, copywriting or PR roles.
• Outstanding writing, editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to create engaging content across multiple channels and audiences.
• Experience working within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, healthcare or other highly regulated sectors.
• An understanding of the approvals, governance and compliance processes associated with regulated communications.
• Previous line management experience and a proven ability to develop and motivate team members.

This role would be particularly well suited to candidates from pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences backgrounds who have substantial experience writing and developing marketing content within a regulated environment. Previous people management experience is essential, and candidates available immediately or at short notice will be highly advantageous.