Communications Business Partner (m/w/d)
Undisclosed employer
Basel
Key information
- Publication date:13 October 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Temporary
- Language:English (Fluent)
- Place of work:Basel
For our customer, we are looking for a dynamic team member for an exciting temporary position from November 2025 to May 2026 with option for prolongation:
Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute cross-portfolio planning and measurement, with a focus on creating and delivering integrated communications strategies that inspire, equip, engage and align key audiences.
• Develop, enhance and communicate RDS communication strategies and solutions through leading external communications, public relations and internal employee communications.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of RDS Portfolio Strategy, RDS Customer Area Communication Business Partners and the RDS Leadership Team to ensure impactful, integrated and measurable communications in support of business priorities.
• Co-create and deliver on Global Communication topics and projects as part of the RDS Communications team. Where applicable, manage external vendors to meet business objectives within defined scope, timeline and budgetary guidelines.
• Define ways of working, resource allocation and outcome-based planning to build operational efficiency with the broader RDS, Diagnostics and Group Communications’ community.
• Regularly evaluate, measure and report on the effectiveness of our communication activities using innovative tools (e.g. GenAI) to drive consistency and assure best practice communications, including development of digital/social capabilities based on Global Communications standards.
• Ensure all company compliance and ethics standards are met; guide and mentor project teams, supporting affiliate communicators and lead through influence.
Must Haves:
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required in Communications, Journalism or Marketing with a proven track record in creating organisational success through integrated communication efforts
• At least 2 years of related global/regional business experience as in-house corporate communicator, preferably within the Pharma, Diagnostics, Medical Device or Consumer Healthcare industry
• Experience leading, developing and executing communications strategies, initiatives and plans within complex, matrixed organisations
• Strong executive presence with the ability to quickly assimilate business needs and circumstances and effectively advise others
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a non-hierarchical, self-organising environment, where teams form around projects and initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise multiple projects and works well under pressure and tight deadlines
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal. Highly effective at distilling complex and sometimes voluminous content into clear, concise and engaging communications
• High interpersonal skills, demonstrated excellence in relationship building, intercultural sensitivity and partnering at all levels
• Experience in digital transformation and change management strategies, activities, communications and execution is preferred
• Fluency in English is required, German nice to have
Interested? Don't miss this great opportunity and apply today!