Job DescriptionIf you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen our shared mission - to serve patients - drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together researching, manufacturing and delivering ever-better products that reach over 17 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.
MANAGER CORPORATE AFFAIRS UKLIVEWhat you will doIn this role, you will support the UK Corporate Affairs Lead in delivering communications that strengthen Amgen’s reputation, support business priorities and engage employees across the UK & Ireland commercial affiliate and UK-based global R&D footprint. You will help shape clear, compelling communications across external, internal, digital and leadership channels, working closely with colleagues in Commercial, Medical, R&D, Policy/Government Affairs, HR and global Corporate Affairs.
Key responsibilities- Develop and execute communications plans aligned to UK & Ireland business priorities, including corporate reputation, product milestones, R&D news, policy/access priorities and employee engagement.
- Create clear messages and high-quality content for internal and external audiences, ensuring alignment with Amgen’s global narrative and local compliance requirements.
- Identify and deliver high-impact media, digital and stakeholder opportunities that bring Amgen’s UK story to life and support share of voice in priority areas.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support communications around data, regulatory milestones, launches, issues and external partnerships.
- Lead internal communications across UK & Ireland, including editorial planning, leadership communications and the CONNECT employee engagement programme.
- Manage agency and vendor support as needed, ensuring work is focused, high quality and aligned to business priorities.
WINWhat we expect of you- Relevant experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology or corporate communications, either in-house or agency-side.
- Strong understanding of the UK healthcare, pharmaceutical and media environment; familiarity with the ABPI Code is essential.
- Experience developing strategic communications plans, messages and multichannel content for internal and external audiences.
- Strong writing, storytelling and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content.
- Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment and partner with senior leaders, cross-functional teams and global colleagues.
- Strong digital and content judgement; experience with social media, analytics, Microsoft suite and emerging AI tools helpful.
- Degree or equivalent experience in communications, journalism, public relations, business, science or a related field.
LOCATIONThe team has a virtual first approach, working flexibly from home with regular team connection opportunities at our Uxbridge and/or Cambridge next generation workspaces.
THRIVEWhat you can expect of usJust as we strive to develop innovative treatments to care for patients with serious illnesses, we strive to ensure the professional and personal fulfilment and wellbeing of our staff.
- Opportunities to learn and develop across our global organisation
- Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
- Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. 
