Global HR Communications and Employer Brand Lead - all genders

Location: Neuilly sur Seine

Contract: permanent - full time

About the job

Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market.  

We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet.

That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core. 

Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands.  

This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. 

We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification. 

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.

With Opella potentially separating from Sanofi in 2025, the need to support and empower the 11,000+ employees are front and center for the organization. Opella’s People and Culture agenda is focused on the following pillars:

• Culture - Build an inclusive culture driven by a Challenger mindset for diverse employees to thrive

• Talent and leadership – Nurture diverse leadership and retain / attract talent through a new Employee value proposition

• Capabilities and systems – Deliver the policies and approach to reward and recognition as well as wellbeing that will keep Opella’s high level of employee experience

• Operating model - Implement the desired operating model coming out of the separation from Sanofi

Main responsibilities

The Global HR Communications and Employer Brand Leadwill driveimpactful HR communications and elevate our Employer Brand. In this role, you will craft compelling strategies that enhance employee engagement, support organizational change, and showcase our unique culture to attract top talent worldwide.

Working at the intersection of HR, corporate communications, and change management, you’ll partner with key stakeholders to amplify our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and create magnetic campaigns that position us as an employer of choice.

Strategic Communication Planning

• Design and implement a holistic communications strategy to identify and support key HR initiatives and priorities, including culture, performance, employee listening (annual survey), diversity, equity & inclusion, talent acquisition and compensation and benefits

• Translate HR initiatives into clear, impactful communication plans with defined timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

• Monitor and optimize communication strategies to align with business goals and drive measurable results.

Amplify our Employer Brand

• Activate our Employee Value Proposition to authentically reflect what makes us a great place to work.

• Build magnetic campaigns that showcase our unique culture across career sites, social platforms, and recruitment channels

• Partner with Talent Acquisition to transform the candidate journey through compelling storytelling

• Track and refine employer brand engagement metrics to continuously enhance our reputation as a top employer.

Content Development and Message Delivery:

• Craft high-quality, engaging content—emails, newsletters, intranet posts, presentations, FAQs, and more

• Ensure all HR communications reflectour company’s tone, culture, and brand voice.

Stakeholder Alignment and Engagement:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments to ensure cohesive messaging across all channels.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing guidance on best practices for clear, effective communication.

Measurement & Optimization:

• Monitor and analyze the impact of communication efforts using engagement metrics, employee feedback, and any relevant data points.

• Continuously refine communication strategies based on data-driven insights to improve effectiveness and employee engagement.

Executive Communications

• Lead internal and external communications for the Chief People Officer, ensuring their messaging aligns with organizational goals and values.

What you bring

Essential experience

• Experience in corporate communications or HR communications.

• Proven expertise in developing multichannel communication strategies that achieve measurable outcomes, preferably within a corporate or agency environment.

• Strong understanding of HR functions and their impact on culture and employee experience.

• Experience supporting executives on their communications, both internally and externally.

• Familiarity with internal and external communication tools and platforms.

• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities effectively.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across global teams.

• Fluent in English with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Industry experience in FMCG or healthcare is a plus.

• Bachelor’sdegree in Communications, Journalism or relatedfield.  

Your core strengths

• Employer Branding Expertise: Proven ability to design and execute strategies that amplify employer brand and deliver measurable results.

• Storytelling Mastery: Crafting compelling narratives that engage and inspire diverse audiences.

• Executive Communication Skills: Experience advising and managing communications for senior executives.

• A change-maker who thrives on driving innovation while maintaininghigh standards and being disruptive when needed.

• Resilient—viewing challenges as opportunities to learn and grow.