People and Culture Communications Business Partner - all genders

Job title: People and Culture Communications Business Partner

• Grade: L3
• Hiring Manager: Opella Chief People Officer (acting)
• Location: Neuilly sur Seine (France)
• % Remote working: upon Company Rules
• Job type: Permanent Full Time

At Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, we have one overarching mission – to work passionately, challenging ourselves and our industry every day, to drive what we believe is the next health revolution: evolving from simply serving consumers, to helping people help themselves – bringing “Health in Your Hands”.

Our mission is to enable better self-care for individuals and communities, while also contributing to a healthier planet. We strive to act as a force for good by integrating sustainability along our business and employees’ mission and operate responsibly from both a social and environmental point of view. To achieve this, we need people who can shape the future of our business and help us on our journey to becoming the best fast-moving consumer healthcare company in and for the world.​

With Opella potentially separating from Sanofi in 2025, the need to support and empower the 11,000 employees is 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 Communication Business partner is responsible for developing and executing high-impact communication strategies that facilitate HR-related communications to support employee engagement, organizational change, and HR initiatives. Working closely with the Transformation Office and Corporate Communications, this role will ensure that all change initiatives are clearly communicated, well-understood, and embraced by employees and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a background in both HR and corporate communications, excellent writing and presentation skills, and a strong understanding of change management. 

Strategic Communication Planning

• Design and implement a 360 communications strategy to identify and support key P&C initiatives and priorities, including culture, performance, employee listening (annual survey), diversity, equity & inclusion, talent acquisition and compensation and benefits
• Collaborate with the P&C leadership team to understand the scope, objectives, and impact of P&C initiatives, and translate these into effective communication plans.
• Establish communications plan timelines, milestones, and deliverables to track progress and ensure timely completion.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Content Development and Message Delivery:

• Develop, write, and edit various types of content, including email announcements, newsletters, intranet posts, presentations, FAQs, and more, ensuring high-quality, clear, and engaging communication. 
• Ensure all HR communications are aligned with the company’s tone, culture, and brand. 

Stakeholder Alignment and Engagement:

• Engage and partner with key stakeholders across departments, ensuring consistent and tailored messaging for diverse audiences.
• Act as a liaison between the Transformation Office and Corporate Communications, fostering alignment and cohesive messaging.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on best practices for effective, clear communication

Measurement & Optimization:

• Monitor and analyze the impact of communication efforts using engagement metrics, employee feedback, and other data points. 
• Continuously refine communication strategies based on data-driven insights to improve effectiveness and employee engagement. 

Lead internal and external communications for Chief People Officer.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Journalism.  
• At least 5 years of experience in corporate communications or HR communications. Familiarity with HR functions, policies, and processes, and an understanding of how HR impacts company culture and employee experience would be a +. 
• Proven experience developing and executing internal and external multichannel communications strategies, preferably within a corporate or agency environment. 
• Experience supporting executives on their communications, both internally and externally. 
• Demonstrated understanding of internal and external communications channels and tools. 
• Exceptional project management abilities, capable of overseeing multiple initiatives concurrently.  
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the capability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.  

• Experience in FMCG and/ or Health Care preferable.

• Fluent in English and French

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially for business communication.

• Global business perspective with local appreciation; proven advisory and influencing skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in data analysis, including engagement metrics and survey data. 
• Familiarity with graphic design tools or video editing software to enhance communication materials. 
• Knowledge of internal communications best practices and trends. 

This role is ideal for candidates who have a passion for both HR and effective communication, and who are skilled at creating impactful messages that align with organizational goals and foster a positive workplace culture.