Rare Communications Manager

About us

Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceuticals and healthcare group with over 85 years’ experience, operating in 30 countries with more than 6,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group research, develops and markets innovative drugs in its three therapeutic areas: AIR (products and services that promote respiration, from new-born to adult populations), RARE (treatment for patients with rare and ultra-rare diseases) and CARE (products and services that support special care and consumer-facing self-care).
We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded B Corp Certification, a recognition of high social and environmental standards. We are a reliable company that adopts and promotes transparent ethical behavior at all levels. 
We are committed to embrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities. 

 

Chiesi USA

Chiesi USA is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and promoting products for the hospital, adjacent specialty and rare disease markets. We are a B Corp™ and Benefit company awarded Top Employer status for six consecutive years and certified as a Great Place to Work. 
At Chiesi, we share an entrepreneurial spirit and act as a force for good, pursuing high social and environmental standards, to ensure the wellbeing of our people, patients, and communities. We offer a work environment where professionals have the opportunity to build a purposeful career focused on helping others while achieving a fulfilling work-life balance, meeting exciting challenges, and engaging in important and rewarding work.

 

What we offer

Chiesi offers competitive benefits, services, and programs that enrich the personal and professional lives of our employees.   Our shared values of passion, innovation, trust and integrity bring out the individual talents and diverse perspectives of each of our colleagues.  Our environment encourages each individual to reach his or her full potential and drive outstanding results. We celebrate that “Every one of us is different. Every one of us is Chiesi."

 

Who we are looking for

Purpose

The Rare Communications Business Partner will navigate a company in full evolution, supporting the Rare business unit, in a fully international context, supporting them in communicating their identity and their evolution. This role is instrumental in shaping Chiesi’s global reputation and driving impactful communication strategies in rare diseases.
 

Main Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Global Communications Business Partner to support our Rare Diseases portfolio, providing expertise and strategic communication across markets. With a minimum of five years in healthcare communications—whether from a PR agency or within the pharmaceutical industry—you’ll be a key contact for our global brand leaders, contributing insights, creativity, and strategic thinking for media and PR activities. You will also serve as the communications point of contact for internal initiatives in Boston, working closely with our Patient Advocacy, Public Affairs, and Chiesi USA teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment.      

1.    Strategic Communications & PR Support:
•    Provide strategic partnership and advice on external communications to the Rare Global Brand Leaders and ensure the excellent name and reputation of Chiesi in rare diseases is reinforced across geographies, with a specific focus on US market.
•    Act as the primary contact for global brand leaders, bringing expert insights to develop and refine strategic media and PR initiatives that elevate Chiesi’s reputation and support brand objectives.
•    Lead and develop multichannel campaigns and projects with the brand teams that support our global vision.
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively suggest areas/topics/opportunities for communication to support the business strategy.

2.    Internal Communications:
•    Lead internal communications efforts for Chiesi’s Boston location, ensuring alignment with global objectives and crafting messages that resonate locally.
•    Partner with Boston-based teams and departments to drive employee engagement and provide regular updates on company milestones, projects, and achievements.