Internal Communications Manager at Danaher Corporation

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Danaher Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Diagnostics, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in internal communications, employee engagement, or corporate communications, preferably within life sciences, biotech, pharma, or healthcare
  • Proven experience partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to tone and audience and the ability to simplify complex scientific concepts
  • Experience managing communication campaigns and change initiatives
  • Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, Yammer, etc.)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a passion for employee experience
  • Ability to travel 5% domestic and internationally per business needs

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with leaders and human resources partners to develop and execute internal communication plans that support business objectives, change initiatives, and employee engagement
  • Create compelling, clear, and consistent messaging across multiple channels (email, intranet, town halls, videos, newsletters, etc.)
  • Develop and execute internal campaigns that promote our values, culture, and purpose—especially around innovation, patient impact, and scientific excellence
  • Translate scientific and technical content into clear, engaging narratives for diverse internal audiences, fostering understanding and pride in our work
  • Lead internal campaigns around key initiatives such as transformation, culture, inclusion & belonging, wellbeing, and leadership communications
  • Champion a culture of storytelling across the organization by developing toolkits, resources, and coaching that empower colleagues to share impactful stories aligned with our purpose, values and strategy. Ensure storytelling follows best practices and brand guidelines, helping teams communicate with clarity, consistency, and authenticity
  • Use data and employee feedback to assess communication effectiveness and continuously improve strategy and execution

Skills

Internal Communications
Strategic Communications
Content Development
Employee Engagement
Change Management
Email Communications
Intranet Management
Business Partnering

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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