Communications Associate

4 weeks ago


Mississauga ON, Canada GlaxoSmithKline Full time

Site Name: Canada - Ontario - Mississauga
Posted Date: May 15 2024

*This position is open to New Graduates /Post Graduates able to work FT hours for 12 months*

**A preferred candidate has been identified

***Posting expires on May 23 at 23:59 Eastern Time.

GSK is seeking a creative, dynamic, proactive intern to work with an experienced team of Communications Professionals on GSK Canada’s Corporate Communications Team . This is an excellent opportunity for new or recent graduates to work as part of a high-paced communications team within a regulated industry, gaining invaluable experience in the delivery of multichannel internal and external communications initiatives .

What will you do?

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development of internal and external communications materials for multiple channels supporting corporate and commercial product communications as well as select Community Engagement initiatives, including projects with GSK’s global partner, Save the Children.

  • Create communications for internal/external channels which include, but not limited to, written materials (key messages; speaking points; Power Point presentations, press releases, social media content etc.) and graphics (newsletters, posters, TV screens, infographics).

  • Develop and execute internal and external social media plans and content to reach key audiences. Prepare and coordinate posting of material to GSK in Canada’s external website (ca.gsk.com) as required.

  • Manage internal communications campaigns to keep employees apprised of corporate initiatives/priorities, branding initiatives, etc.

  • Monitoring of GSK’s National media lines (English and French), including screening, tracking and responding to media inquiries where appropriate.

  • Distribute daily media clippings.

  • Support special projects & events with co-ordination, project management and content creation. Manage logistics for campaigns and events, such as room bookings, distribution lists, calendar invites etc.

  • Champion the development of Communications team meeting agendas in consultation with team members.

  • Liaise with Linguistics Team members to request individual translation projects and to keep them informed of larger projects with translation requirements to support appropriate resource allocation.

  • Provide occasional support to the Linguistics Team, with a specific focus on managing linguistic requests from various internal business partners, overseeing the backend operations of translation software, and liaising with external vendors.

  • Liaise with various internal business partners in support of internal events or communication initiatives;

  • Work with external vendors (e.g. PR Agencies, Graphic Designers; Media Monitoring Services).

Basic Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

  • University / College Degree in Communication or related field required.

  • A team player who has a strong interest and passion for communications.

  • An individual who is reliable, creative and resourceful in problem solving.

  • Strengths in verbal and written communication, information search, networking, teamwork, flexible thinking, customer focus and continuous improvement. Strong organizational skills are a must.

  • Firm grasp of social media tools and platforms including LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter)

  • Previous work experience in communications / public relations, media is preferred.

  • Proven ability to coordinate multiple priorities/projects of a significant scope in a fast-paced environment.

  • Interest in the healthcare industry.

  • Fluency in French (written and spoken) is a great asset.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

GSK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals to apply to our career opportunities. GSK is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us at canada-recruitment@gsk.com . Please do not send resumes to this e-mail and instead apply through the online application process of this posting.

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