Hub Communications and Engagement Partner - Barcelona

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Location: Barcelona

Hybrid working

Job type: Permanent, Full time

About the job 

 

Job purpose 

 

This role is responsible for the creation and implementation of an engagement and communication plan for Sanofi’s Barcelona hub (such as: engagement concept, event roadmap, communication plan, Hub onboarding concept, hub visit framework, etc.) to create a sense of belonging and ignite our employees by connecting to Sanofi’s purpose. To help them understand Business Operations’ vision, how it aligns to the strategy of the company and the role the hub teams play as catalysts of change to modernize Sanofi’s ways of working. To improve the visibility and reputation of the hub towards external audiences with the clear purpose to attract talents.

 

The role reports directly to the Head of Barcelona Hub and with professional line to the Head of Hub Communications and Engagement and collaborate closely with the Iberia MCO and country Corporate Affairs teams and with the other hub communications and engagement partners.  Close partnering and working relationship are desired with the hub leadership team, Head of Business Operations Communications, as well as People & Culture (e.g; Employer Branding) and other (functional) key stakeholders. 
 

A key factor for the success of this role will be the creation and adaptation of internal and external communications platforms and events to foster meaningful engagement with Hub employees and stakeholders. 
 
 

Our Team

Our Vision: We deliver best-in-class enterprise services and are the catalyst for modernization and transformation, enabling Sanofi to chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.  

Sanofi has been building the foundations of enterprise services over the past few years. With the creation of the new global division of Business Operations, we are now elevating our commitment to innovation and excellence.  

 

An expert leadership team, passionate about leading high performance.  

We are building for the long term. We will bring people together – many of them in our six hub locations around the world - which will simplify processes, break down barriers and rapidly cross-fertilise the best ideas across Sanofi.  Over time, we will incorporate selected new activities into our scope.  

 

Our critical success factors: 

We have identified three key drivers for our future success: 

Community - Building a vibrant team that will attract and engage talent, with four global hubs.  

Excellence - Simplifying, standardizing and continuously improving processes to capture synergies, scale effects and productivity improvements. 

Digitalization - Enabling transparency, data-driven decision-making support, agility and rapid innovation across Sanofi's entire value chain. 

 

 Key Responsibilities  

 

Develop communications and engagement roadmap and plan 

Develop and implement communications and engagement plan for the Hub, aligned to global communications & engagement strategy for Business Operations and business priorities Own and maintain a full suite of dedicated Hub communications tools and channels (internal social media, mailbox, SharePoint, webcasts, events, etc.) to ensure effective & timely delivery of communications across the HubOwn and lead the Barcelona hub internal event roadmap like Town Halls, All Hands, engagement activities, stakeholder visits, in line with the guidance of the visit protocolSeek opportunities to collaborate with Country/MCO Corporate Affairs team to ensure appropriate inclusion and positioning of Hubs stories into the overall Sanofi internal plan and editorial calendar (contribute to regular news flow of articles, regular participation in editorial discussions and decision-making)

 

Support Barcelona Hub to keep employees engaged & attracting best talents. Collaborate with the Hub Leadership Team to identify the success stories and outcomes that exemplify the transformation, the business successes and the Sanofi values.

Support to Leaders of the Hub regarding communications and employee engagement opportunities Co-create communications plans for strategic change programs in close collaboration with the Hub LTCraft and execute an external communication plan that enhances the company’s public image and reputation within the shared service sectorPartner with Employer Branding and Talent Acquisition team to bring the Employer Brand strategy to live for the hub, in alignment with the Global Sanofi Employer Branding and EVP strategy (career page, Talent value proposition, EB-TA plan / hubs) Collaborate with the Hub Communications and Engagement Partners and with the Country Corporate Affairs teams to identify opportunities and define messages to represent the Hub internally and externally

 

Co-create an engaging and inclusive culture in the hub

Develop initiatives and projects to boost local hub engagement, aligned with global Diversity & Inclusion and social impact goalsLead and execute a sustainability plan for the hub, including the We Volunteer platform and Employee Resource Group (ERG) activities. Build and inspire communities across the hub by actively engaging colleagues. Manage associated budget, programs & deliverablesEstablish and track key performance indicators to measure the success of communication and engagement initiatives Provide regular reports and recommendations to Head of Hub Communications and Engagement and to Hub Head

 

About you  

 

Experience and skills  

Proven 5-10 years of work experience in communications in a global organization, ideally in GBS environment or multinational company. Change management experience is a strong plusExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to counsel and interface successfully with senior executives and peers, in complex, matrixed organizationsAbility to take complex information and strategic projects and create clear communications recommendations and plans and to drive their implementation Ability to work in transversal, network mode Proven ability to act wisely under pressure, and in ambiguous settings Excellent organizational and planning skills, ability to work quickly, prioritizing multiple initiatives, while being flexible to changing needs and priorities Results-oriented and willing to challenge the status quo Strong interpersonal and networking skills Ability to manage budget and timelines 

 

Technical skills  

Digitally savvy - Very good working knowledge of digital communication channels and tools

 

Education

Master’s degree in economics, communications, or international relations Advanced degree in relevant field welcome 

 

Languages

Proficiency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken. Other language is a plus

 

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

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Pursue progress, discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!