Executive Director, Medical Communications

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases - often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments.

Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit  for more information.

The Executive Director, Global Head of Medical Communications, is the senior leader responsible for defining, leading and transforming the Medical Communications function orting directly to the Chief Medical Affairs Officer and serving on the GCO Medical Affairs Leadership Team, this role is accountable for enterprise-wide strategy, organizational performance, innovation, capability building and operational excellence across all therapeutic areas. The role establishes Medical Communications as a strategic business capability that advances scientific leadership, evidence dissemination, healthcare professional engagement and organizational impact.

• Lead the vision, strategy and long-term evolution of Medical Communications.
• Shape enterprise priorities and ensure communication plans align with evidence generation, development and commercialization objectives.
• Represent the function in executive governance forums and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership.

• Provide oversight of publications, congress activity, scientific narrative development, scientific content, medical education materials, omnichannel engagement content and evidence dissemination.
• Ensure consistency, quality and scientific excellence globally.
• Build and maintain best-in-class standards, processes and governance.

• Own the digital and innovation roadmap for Medical Communications.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies including generative AI, content automation, advanced analytics, intelligent search, modular content development and omnichannel engagement platforms.
• Establish governance and responsible use frameworks while ensuring Jazz remains at the forefront of industry innovation.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scientific quality, customer experience and business impact through innovative technologies and operating models.

• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing global team.
• Create an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, continuous learning, innovation, collaboration, accountability and employee development.
• Establish succession plans, leadership development pathways and capabilities required for future growth.
• Ensure effective allocation of resources across therapeutic areas and strategic priorities.

• Develop strong partnerships across Jazz including partners in R&D, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, HEOR, RWE, Commercial, Corporate Affairs, Compliance and Patient Advocacy organizations.
• Drive integrated planning and execution across the product lifecycle.
• Influence stakeholders at all organizational levels and foster a culture of collaboration and shared accountability.

• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, operating procedures,…