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Merck · 1 day ago

Specialist, Global Internal Communications

USA - New Jersey - Rahway

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$79K/yr - $125K/yr

2+ years exp

Merck is seeking an Internal Communications Specialist to support employee communications for their Animal Health division. This role will develop content for internal channels and coordinate communications to ensure employees are informed and engaged with the organization’s priorities and culture.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop clear, compelling content for internal channels—including our Animal Health intranet, newsletter, leadership messages, and operational updates

Assist with development of employee-generated content to be shared internally and externally, highlighting the work and impact of Animal Health employees across the organization

Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with company priorities

Assist with development of materials to support people leaders in cascading key messages to their teams

Support development and execution of creative methods to foster multi-way communication among the company, our Executive Team members and our employees

Help develop, create, and coordinate content for quarterly global Animal Health town halls, including talking points, slides, and video concepts

Participate in the reimagining of the company’s digital employee environment, helping shape improved navigation, user experience, and storytelling within these platforms

Qualification

Internal CommunicationsContent CreationCorporate CommunicationsCreative ProcessDigital Experience EnhancementWriting SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsPositive AttitudeAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field

2–5 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or related field; pharmaceutical, healthcare or science-based industry experience a plus

Knowledge and understanding of communications practices, tools and techniques

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively

Creative thinker and passionate about building culture

Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging, employee-friendly language

Comfort working in matrixed environments and managing multiple priorities

Positive, proactive attitude

Organized with attention to detail

Experience designing slides or creating simple visual communication assets a plus