Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. ※領域はONC/Immunology をご担当いただきますが、応募時の領域は不問。　 *The therapeutic area will be ONC/Immunology, though the area is not restricted at the time of application.

He/she will execute product and disease-awareness communications for BMS's Oncology and Immunology portfolio in Japan, supporting upcoming launches and milestone communications for growth and next-wave products. The position plays a critical role in positioning BMS as a trusted, patient-centric partner for oncology and immunology patients, their families, and healthcare communities. The successful candidate will be an effective, empathetic communicator with strong strategic and execution capabilities and – uniquely for this role – hands-on experience running external digital communications (owned digital, SNS, disease-awareness content) alongside media-driven visibility building. Fluency in Japanese and English and the ability to translate science into meaningful awareness, product communications, and advocacy initiatives are essential.

Lead product communications and patient advocacy for BMS's Oncology/Immunology TA portfolio and milestone communications for approvals, strategically driving communications for product milestones such as approval and launch. Own external digital communications for the TA: plan and produce content for owned digital assets – disease-awareness microsites, SNS, and corporate web contributions – translating scientific data into accessible patient- and HCP-facing content; serve as the CA team's digital communications lead for owned-channel strategy. Work closely with internal stakeholders – mainly commercial business units, medical, GA and R&D, as well as Global counterparts – to identify communications opportunities that generate publicity while maintaining compliance. Strategize and manage patient advocacy programs with named Oncology/Immunology PAGs, including the Japan Lung Cancer Alliance, One Step (lung cancer), and Inspire Japan, among others – seizing patient needs and tailor-making impactful projects for each partnering organization. Fill gaps in disease/treatment awareness among patients, their families, and society, and empower patients to make informed choices and improve their quality of life (QOL). Contribute up to 20% of time to enterprise/corporate communications; handle other duties as assigned.   Required Skills and Qualifications Strong written and oral communication skills in Japanese and English. Demonstrated experience planning and executing external digital communications (owned digital/SNS strategy, content development, digital analytics/engagement measurement). Proven track record building media relationships and driving public-awareness campaigns through both mass media and digital/social channels. Proactivity and a high level of personal accountability. Strong ability to deliver in a timely manner under pressure and juggle multiple tasks across concurrent launches. Strong ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups. Experience in the healthcare industry or other relevant sectors required – either in agency or in-house setting. Strong business acumen and agility. AI and Digital platform skill.   We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your