Associate Director, Communications – France

About the role

The Associate Director, Communications – France leads the Animal Health communications strategy for the French market, aligning with global and regional priorities. Reporting to the EURAM AH Communications lead, this senior leader partners with business heads to translate market objectives into impactful communication plans.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the France communications strategy in line with global and regional goals.
• Serve on the market Leadership Team and ensure consistent storytelling that reflects the Animal Health brand.
• Strengthen external reputation through earned and owned media, and drive internal engagement initiatives.
• Advise business leaders on communication approaches and prioritize high‑impact activities.
• Collaborate with commercial, public affairs, HR and regional communications to deliver integrated plans.
• Manage issues, opportunities and high‑sensitivity communications with sound judgment.
• Oversee media relations, employee communications, reputation management and compliance.
• Monitor market trends, stakeholder needs and reputational risks, and report on campaign effectiveness.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business or related field.
• Significant experience in corporate communications or public affairs, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Proven ability to advise senior leaders and manage high‑priority internal and external communications.
• Excellent written and verbal skills in French and English.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, organize events and deliver results in a fast‑paced setting.

Required skills

• Brand awareness
• Business communications
• Campaign measurement
• Communication campaign planning
• Communication management
• Communication plan development
• Communications planning
• Communications programs
• Communication strategy development
• Content creation
• Crisis communication management
• Digital channels
• Enterprise leadership
• Industry trend analysis
• Internal communications
• Long‑term planning
• Market development
• Market dynamics
• Marketing capabilities
• Marketing communications planning
• Market trend analysis
• Media monitoring
• Media relations
• Policy development