External Media Lead– Global Communications

At Biocon Biologics, we are creating a model for the future of healthcare for all. We are a leading company in the biosimilars revolution where patients come first. Our ambition is to impact a billion lives and we do this by fostering a culture of affordable innovation, patient centricity and disruptive thinking. We are a multicultural global company where employees have a purpose and passion to work closely with partners and patients. We have proven end to end expertise in the field of biosimilars, from its development, manufacturing, clinical development, regulatory approvals to commercialization. We have a long-term commitment to bring high quality affordable biosimilars to patients all over the globe

The External Media Lead – Global Communications at Biocon Biologics will play a pivotal role in driving high-impact media engagement and strategic communications. This role demands a blend of meticulous organizational skills, media relation expertise, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted partner, ensuring seamless scheduling, flawless execution of media interactions, and professional representation of the company to stakeholders worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Media Engagement and External Relations

• Serve as the second point of contact for journalists, media agencies, and industry bodies

• Schedule interviews, press briefings, and public appearances and ensure all interactions are planned, documented, and followed up on

• Manage relationships with media partners, external vendors, and freelance resources and ensure service quality across global markets

• Oversee and maintain the media database and stakeholder contact lists

Content, Messaging, and Materials

• Prepare briefing documents, talking points, Q and A notes, and post engagement summaries for executive media interactions

• Manage documentation of media coverage, correspondence, press materials, and communication assets

• Ensure consistency with brand voice and corporate communications standards in all external materials

• Support content preparation for thought leadership opportunities across regions

Monitoring, Insights, and Reporting

• Track global media coverage and sentiment and prepare regular reports with insights and trends

• Stay updated on global and regional media landscapes and competitor activity and identify opportunities for proactive media outreach

• Support crisis communications readiness by coordinating rapid response logistics when urgent media activity is required

Events and Executive Engagement Support

• Host visiting media representatives and partners and create a professional and engaging experience. Work closely with the social media team to ensure that there is a social media presence of important news and information.

• Coordinate logistics for on-site and virtual media engagements and communication events

• Support media training and briefing sessions for spokespersons and senior executives

Travel, Calendar, and Operational Support

• Coordinate domestic and international travel for visiting media and media related partners and prepare detailed travel briefs
• Support the executive’s calendar during media periods and critical events ensuring optimal time allocation
• Track action items, monitor pending deliverables, and support timely closure of tasks
• Manage vendor coordination and assist with budget tracking related to media activities Work with the person in team and finance to ensure timely payments of media related agencies and parties
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality

Project and Information Management : Track action items, follow up on pending deliverables, and ensure timely closure of tasks.

Confidential Support : Handle sensitive information with discretion and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Communications, or related field.
• 10 + years of experience in a media coordinator or similar support role, preferably in a global or corporate communications environment. Corporate environment experience is preferred to agency experience.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in working with global cross-functional teams and ability to interact with senior executives, media, and diverse external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with scheduling tools.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines and manage projects.
• Professional presence with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with senior stakeholders.

Key Competencies

• Discretion and integrity in handling sensitive matters.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Work closely across teams and businesses when required.
• Proactive problem-solving
• Cultural awareness and adaptability in a global work environment.