Vice President, Healthcare PR

Weber Shandwick Tokyo is seeking a dedicated Vice President to lead client programs of our expanding Healthcare Practice. This is a strategic role for an experienced communications professional who is passionate about driving meaningful impact — partnering closely with clients, leading high-performing teams, and advancing healthcare outcomes for patients.

You will integrate scientific expertise, strategic insight, and compelling storytelling — aligning client needs, societal trends, and scientific evidence to develop innovative, effective solutions that enhance awareness and promote behavior change across healthcare companies, their products, and the diseases they address.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of integrated healthcare communications and public relations programs
• Act as a trusted advisor and project lead for both global and domestic healthcare clients
• Translate complex scientific and regulatory information into clear, compelling narratives across product, brand, corporate, and spokesperson content, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Drive new business development, from leading pitch strategies to delivering persuasive presentations
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and mentor direct reports and junior team members to support growth and engagement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5