Asso. Director, Communications

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Shanghai Full-time Director Communications

At a glance

Leadership Communications role at Msd. Shanghai · full-time.

Pay not stated Communications salary

RoleCommunications

SeniorityDirector

LocationShanghai

EmploymentFull-time

PostedAug 3, 2026 · 7w ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Shape messaging for executive interviews and speaking engagements, then train executives and spokespersons for media
Run employee-facing Townhall and Annual Meeting events
Oversee employee communication through Sync, all-staff emails, WeCom, and the editorial board
Explain China strategy to employees through newsletters and hub
Develop team and agency communications capability while supporting colleagues’ career growth

What you bring

Hold a BA or BS in journalism, public affairs, public policy, marketing, or communications
Bring more than twelve years of experience in media and/or agency work
Build strong media relationships and produce solid media results
Plan complex strategic programs while meeting deadlines and budget expectations
Use English effectively in both speaking and writing

Who this fits

This role suits a senior communications professional who can manage executive, employee, media, and talent-development work. You’ll fit if you build strong internal and external relationships and stay adaptable as priorities change. The position is based in Shanghai, China, with no relocation, visa sponsorship, or travel required. Flexible work arrangements are not applicable.

From the employer

Job Description

Position Summary

The role of the Internal Communications Associate Director is to contribute to China’s growth and success by developing executive communications and leading employee communications through internal events and platforms that showcases the company’s strategy.

Key responsibilities:

1. Executive Communication

Lead executive communications and prepare narrative support for executive’s media interview and speaking opportunities.
Conduct executives and spokesperson media training.

2. Employee communications

Lead internal events such as Townhall and Annual Meeting
Manage internal communications platforms, including Sync, all-staff emails, WeCom, and the editorial board
Communicate the company’s China strategy to employees through platforms such as newsletters and hub.

3. Talent development

Grow talents and provide support for team members’ ongoing career development.
Develop team and agency’s communications capabilities.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree (BA or BS), study of journalism, public affairs, public policy, marketing or communications
In excess of 12 years’ experience in media and/or agency’s roles
Proven ability to engage in media and drive strong media relationships and solid media results
Possess the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage complex strategic initiatives and programs, while meeting expectations and deadlines within budgetary guidelines
Possess strong time and project management and organizational skills, and the ability to remain flexible in a constantly changing environment
Strong interpersonal skills in building and maintaining internal and external relationships
Proficiency in English language for both oral and written

Candidate Behavioral Competency

Integrity and trust
Priority setting
Creative and action oriented
Agility and interpersonal savvy
Fast learning
Time management

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Business Communications, Communication Management, Communications Programs, Communication Strategy Development, Content Creation, Executive Communications, Social Media Communications, Special Event Planning, Strategic Communication Planning, Strategic Program Management

Preferred Skills:

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

09/30/2026

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