EVP, Healthcare Communications

Tokyo, Japan

Published

11/12/2024

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About the opportunity: 

Weber Shandwick is seeking an experienced and ambitious Executive Vice President (EVP) for our Healthcare team in Japan. This pivotal role involves spearheading public relations and communications strategies for our esteemed international and domestic clients within the healthcare sector.

Responsibilities:

Client Management:

  • Serve as a primary point of contact and trusted advisor for our Healthcare clients based in Tokyo
  • Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and retention.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for senior client communications, providing strategic counsel and guidance on PR and communications initiatives.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and align communication strategies to meet their goals.
  • Lead client presentations, pitches, and strategic planning sessions to drive client success.
  • Work closely with Weber Shandwick regional and global account leads within Healthcare, ensuring global client relationships are maintained.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

  • Develop comprehensive strategic communication plans for healthcare clients, aligning with their business objectives and target audiences.
  • Oversee the execution of PR campaigns, product launches, medical education programs, and events to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  • Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to inform strategic planning and decision-making.

Team Leadership and Mentoring:

  • Provide strong leadership and mentorship to a team of healthcare communications professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
  • Set clear expectations, provide guidance, and empower team members to excel in their roles.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members.

Industry Expertise and Thought Leadership:

  • Act as a thought leader, representing Weber Shandwick and sharing insights at industry events, conferences, and through thought leadership content.
  • Contribute to the development of intellectual property, research, and whitepapers that showcase Weber Shandwick’s expertise in healthcare PR & communications.

 

PERSON PROFILE

  • At least 10 years’ experience in Healthcare communications and previous experience of working in an agency environment. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in both Japanese and English
  • Extensive experience in healthcare communications, with a proven track record of managing PR campaigns, client relationships, and team leadership within an agency setting.  
  • You’re a thought leader across the industry with a strong network across international and domestic Healthcare and Pharmaceutical companies in Japan.  
  • Proven people leader who can demonstrate their ability to manage teams and individuals and provide them with the support and encouragement that enables them to perform to their fullest  
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and executing integrated communications strategies within the healthcare sector.
  • Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to drive growth and deliver impactful results for clients. 

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Part of The Weber Shandwick Collective, we’re the earned-first global communications agency, led by world-class strategic thinkers and creative activators. We create shared and sustainable value for businesses, people, and society. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses.  

Our game-changing work is recognised by some of the most prestigious industry awards bodies, and we have won more than 135 Lions at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. We’re also PRWeek’s 2024 Global Agency of the Year and PRovoke Global SABRES’ 2024 Global Healthcare Agency of the Year, as well as being listed on the Ad Age A-List 2024 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2024.  

 

TWSC VALUES  

Everything we do at TWSC is rooted in our core values of CURIOSITY, INCLUSION, COURAGE and IMPACT. 

We believe that the world of work has changed, which is why we have developed a unique employee experience that reflects the world we’re living in. Here’s what we offer:  

Flexible Working – We understand the need for flexible working and empower our employees to deliver impactful work wherever they are based.  

Global Mobility –We unlock opportunities for our employees by utilising our powerful network, and through our mobility initiative Access All Areas, which includes policies on ‘Work from Anywhere’, ‘International Relocation’ and our global ‘Explorer Program’  

Inclusive Culture – We look for qualified people from all backgrounds who are restless, curious and want to deliver impactful work in an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. We strive every day to foster as inclusive a culture as possible. 

Mental Health and Wellbeing – Helping our people stay happy, healthy, and productive is our number one priority, so we’ll support your day-to-day life with our bespoke Intellect wellbeing offering.  

 

A note on inclusion

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

 

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Note from the talent team:

We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, down to volume, we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us, unfortunately, you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.

Weber Shandwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Part of The Weber Shandwick Collective, we’re the earned-first global communications agency, led by world-class strategic thinkers and creative activators. We create shared and sustainable value for businesses, people, and society. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses.  

Our game-changing work is recognised by some of the most prestigious industry awards bodies, and we have won more than 135 Lions at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. We’re also PRWeek’s 2024 Global Agency of the Year and PRovoke Global SABRES’ 2024 Global Healthcare Agency of the Year, as well as being listed on the Ad Age A-List 2024 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2024.  

 

TWSC VALUES  

Everything we do at TWSC is rooted in our core values of CURIOSITY, INCLUSION, COURAGE and IMPACT. 

We believe that the world of work has changed, which is why we have developed a unique employee experience that reflects the world we’re living in. Here’s what we offer:  

Flexible Working – We understand the need for flexible working and empower our employees to deliver impactful work wherever they are based.  

Global Mobility –We unlock opportunities for our employees by utilising our powerful network, and through our mobility initiative Access All Areas, which includes policies on ‘Work from Anywhere’, ‘International Relocation’ and our global ‘Explorer Program’  

Inclusive Culture – We look for qualified people from all backgrounds who are restless, curious and want to deliver impactful work in an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. We strive every day to foster as inclusive a culture as possible. 

Mental Health and Wellbeing – Helping our people stay happy, healthy, and productive is our number one priority, so we’ll support your day-to-day life with our bespoke Intellect wellbeing offering.  

 

A note on inclusion

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

 

#LI-AS2

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