Title
Head of Communications and Patient Advocacy UK & Ireland
Company
Ipsen Ltd
About Ipsen
Ipsen is a mid‑sized global biopharmaceutical company focused on transformative medicines in oncology, rare disease and neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience and global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human‑centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact.
Job Description
Head of Communications and Patient Advocacy UK & Ireland – London (Hybrid).
Role
You will define and lead communications and patient advocacy across the UK and Ireland, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and representing Ipsen externally with patient organisations, media and industry bodies. You will drive programmes that raise disease awareness, strengthen partnerships and support patient access, while ensuring high standards of compliance and governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the UK and Ireland communications and patient advocacy strategy aligned with global priorities.
- Build and sustain strategic partnerships with patient advocacy groups and key stakeholders.
- Drive disease awareness and patient activation through innovative, multi‑channel campaigns.
- Lead external communications including media relations, thought leadership and crisis management.
- Embed patient insights into business strategy and decision making.
- Work alongside the Head of External Affairs and V&A to create and deliver United Forces strategies and plans to achieve patient access.
- Lead the internal communications efforts for both UK and Ireland affiliates and the Global London Hub – partnering with HR and Facilities.
- Shape and deliver impactful CSR initiatives across the UK and Ireland.
- Provide expert counsel and media training to senior leadership.
About you
- Extensive experience in communications and/or patient advocacy within healthcare or pharma.
- Proven leadership track record with strong stakeholder influence at senior level.
- Deep understanding of the UK and Ireland healthcare landscape.
- Strong experience in media relations, reputation management and strategy execution.
- Ability to translate complex science and policy into clear, compelling messaging.
- Passion for improving patient outcomes and amplifying the patient voice.
Why Ipsen
At Ipsen, we are committed to improving patients’ lives through innovation and collaboration. You will join a purpose‑driven organisation where your work will have a direct, meaningful impact on patients, healthcare systems and society.
Equal Opportunities
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. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage everyone to apply.
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