Head of Communications & Patient Advocacy

Location: São Paulo | Hybrid Working Available

Make a Real Impact for Patients & Society!

Are you a strategic leader passionate about amplifying the patient voice and driving meaningful change? Join Ipsen as our Head of Communications & Patient Advocacy in Brazil. In this high-impact role, you will:

• Shape and execute integrated communications and patient advocacy strategies that align with global priorities and local business goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on reputation management, advocacy engagement, and external communications.
• Build and sustain partnerships with patient advocacy groups, professional organizations, and policy makers to elevate the patient voice and drive disease awareness.
• Lead innovative campaigns across digital, social, and traditional media to enhance corporate reputation and patient activation.
• Champion corporate social responsibility by coordinating community engagement and supporting local initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in business, communications, life sciences, or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in communications and/or patient advocacy, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record in the healthcare/pharma industry (oncology, or rare diseases a plus).
• Excellent communication skills in English and Portuguese; Spanish is an advantage.
• Strong strategic planning, media relations, and crisis communication expertise.

Why Ipsen?

• Opportunity to influence senior stakeholders and shape the future of healthcare in Brazil.
• Collaborative, purpose-driven culture focused on patients and society.
• Hybrid working model for greater flexibility.

Ready to create real impact? Apply now and help us put patients at the heart of everything we do!

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.