Head of Global Corporate Communications

Head of Global Corporate Communications
ICON plc is a world‑leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

ICON plc is hiring a Head of Global Corporate Communications to drive our global Communications, Reputation Management and Corporate Social Responsibility strategies.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, directly partnering with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to shape ICON’s voice across markets, drive stakeholder trust and deliver communications to advance ICON’s mission, vision and strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute ICON’s global corporate communications strategy, aligned to business priorities and stakeholder expectations

Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on communication, reputation management, executive visibility, and crisis response

Drive internal communications strategy to ensure transparency, alignment and engagement across a global workforce

Ensure consistency of messaging across all channels, regions and stakeholder groups

Collaborate cross functionally with stakeholders and colleagues across our business to deliver integrated communications

Develop and leads a local (Ireland) corporate affairs and external stakeholder engagement programme

We are looking for

Extensive experience leading global corporate communications

Proven ability to partner with C‑suite executives

A strategic leader with a hands‑on approach, with strong execution capability and attention to detail

Deep understanding of communication channels, reputation risk, stakeholder engagement and executive communications

Exceptional strategic thinking, writing and storytelling skills

Data‑driven mindset with ability to measure impact and optimise strategy

Why ICON
ICON plc is a global provider of outsourced development and commercialisation services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. Headquartered in Dublin, ICON employs approximately 39,800 employees in 95 locations in 55 countries. We are committed to transforming clinical research and improving patient outcomes through innovation, integrity and collaboration.

This role offers the opportunity to shape ICON’s global narrative, influence strategic decision‑making and build a team that drives measurable impact across the business.

What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work‑life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

Various annual leave entitlements

A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.

Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.

Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being.

Life assurance

Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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