Job Description:
Manager, External Communications and Editorial Channels
Solventum
At Solventum, we enable better, smarter and safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science. Our goal is to improve patient outcomes and help healthcare professionals perform at their best. People and their wellbeing are at the center of every scientific advancement we pursue.
We partner with the brightest minds in healthcare to bring together technology, compassion and understanding. At Solventum, we never stop solving for you.
The Impact You Will Make in This Role
As Manager, External Communications and Editorial Channels, you will help shape how Solventum communicates with external audiences and employees through clear, credible and consistent storytelling. This role serves as a communications generalist with defined ownership of external public relations execution and enterprise editorial channels that support both internal and external engagement.
You will focus on translating enterprise priorities, external context and leadership perspectives into high quality communications across earned media and core internal channels. Working in close partnership with marketing, content strategy and internal communications teams, you will ensure Solventum’s story is told accurately, thoughtfully and in the moments that matter most.
Here you will make an impact by supporting:
Enterprise Editorial and Communications Execution
- Owning enterprise editorial execution for external and internal communications in alignment with Solventum’s brand narrative and strategic priorities
- Identifying and developing editorial opportunities that support corporate reputation, thought leadership and employee understanding
External Communications and Media Relations
- Executing public relations activities that support Solventum’s enterprise story through earned media and external storytelling
- Writing and editing press releases, statements, articles, talking points and executive messaging
- Managing incoming media inquiries and supporting proactive pitching in partnership with senior communications leaders
- Monitoring media coverage and external conversations to inform messaging and identify opportunities or risks
Internal Editorial Channels and Content Flow
- Owning strategy and day to day execution for key enterprise internal communications channels including the intranet, email distribution tools and video content platforms
- Creating and publishing clear, engaging internal communications that help employees understand enterprise priorities, external dynamics and leadership perspectives
- Managing internal editorial planning and cadence to ensure consistency, relevance and effective channel use
- Partnering with internal stakeholders to translate complex or sensitive topics into accessible employee communications
Content Development and Storytelling
- Developing written and visual content that brings Solventum’s impact to life for internal and external audiences
- Leveraging AI enabled writing and video tools to improve efficiency, quality and storytelling formats
- Collaborating with content strategy, social media and marketing teams to align messaging while maintaining clear role boundaries
Cross Functional and Agency Partnership
- Partnering with internal teams and external agencies to support communications initiatives and execution
- Supporting external events and speaking opportunities through messaging development and spokesperson preparation
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field
- AND
- Eight or more years of experience in public relations, corporate communications or related roles
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
- Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complex topics
- Experience managing internal communications channels and editorial processes
- Experience supporting media relations and external communications in a regulated environment
- Comfort working across internal and external communications priorities in a fast paced environment
- Strong collaboration and relationship building skills
- Experience in healthcare, medtech or similar industries
Work location:
· Remote
Travel
Up to 10 percent domestic or international travel
Relocation Assistance: Maybe Authorized
Additional Information
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status
Supporting Your Wellbeing
Solventum offers programs to support your physical, financial and emotional wellbeing. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with companies comparable in size and scope.
Applicable to Canadian Applicants. The expected compensation range for this position is - CAD, which reflects the anticipated base salary for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as a candidate’s experience, skills, training, and work location, in alignment with Canadian pay equity and pay transparency requirements. This role may also be eligible for additional compensation components (e.g., incentive programs) and a comprehensive suite of benefits available to employees in Canada. For more information on Solventum’s Total Rewards offerings, please visit: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-RewardsSolventum Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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