Novartis is seeking a Corporate Communications Manager in Japan to strengthen internal and external communications, protect and enhance corporate reputation, and support business priorities. The role typically requires experience in corporate communications, media relations, public relations, executive communications, or a related field, preferably within healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or another regulated industry. Strong Japanese and English communication skills, excellent writing and editing ability, stakeholder management, project coordination, and sound judgment are expected. The successful candidate should be comfortable advising senior leaders, developing communication plans, handling sensitive issues, working across functions, and translating complex scientific or business topics into clear messages. Experience with digital channels, employee engagement, and crisis communications would be advantageous.
Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Switzerland and focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative treatments. Its work spans areas such as cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, immunology, neuroscience, oncology, and hematology. The company combines scientific research, advanced technology, clinical development, and commercial expertise to address significant healthcare needs. Novartis operates in many countries and works with healthcare professionals, patients, regulators, researchers, and public organizations. In Japan, it maintains a substantial presence across pharmaceutical operations, medical affairs, research, market access, patient support, and corporate functions. The company promotes an international, collaborative working environment and emphasizes ethical conduct, inclusion, scientific progress, and improving patient outcomes. Corporate communications professionals help explain the organization’s purpose, evidence, partnerships, and business activities clearly to employees, media, stakeholders, and the wider public.
Japan offers communications, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, finance, and education opportunities, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, and Nagoya. Foreign professionals may find roles in multinational companies, although Japanese-language ability is often important for corporate communications and stakeholder-facing work. Japanese culture values punctuality, preparation, respect, teamwork, and careful business etiquette. Daily life combines excellent public transport, reliable services, rich food traditions, and highly urban living, while housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive. Japan has four distinct seasons, extensive rail connections, and diverse destinations from Hokkaido to Okinawa. Most overseas employees need an employer-sponsored work visa; highly skilled professionals may qualify for a points-based visa or faster permanent-residence route. Relocating usually involves securing a Certificate of Eligibility, arranging housing, registering an address, obtaining health insurance, and opening a bank account. Learning Japanese, even at a basic level, greatly improves workplace integration and everyday life.
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