Global Patient Marketing Lead

Job title: Global Patient Marketing LeadLocation: Cambridge, MAAbout the JobThe Global Patient Marketing Lead will be a critical member of the rilzabrutinib IgG4-RD global brand team, responsible for developing and executing the global patient and caregiver strategy as we prepare to transform the treatment landscape for IgG4-Related Disease. This role will drive patient awareness, engagement, and empowerment initiatives — building the prelaunch foundation to support patients on their diagnostic and treatment journey. This role will be based in Cambridge and will report into the Global Indication Lead for IgG4-RD.Join the team transforming care for people with immune challenges, rare diseases, cancers, and Specialty Care neurological conditions. In Specialty Care, you’ll help deliver breakthrough treatments that bring hope to patients with some of the highest unmet needs.About SanofiWe’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Main ResponsibilitiesPatient Strategy & InsightsDevelop and lead the global patient marketing strategy for rilzabrutinib in IgG4-RD, translating deep patient insights into impactful prelaunch initiatives that address unmet needs across the patient journeyConduct and synthesize patient research and journey mapping to identify key barriers, touchpoints, and opportunities — from symptom onset and diagnosis through treatment decision-makingChampion the patient voice across the global brand team, ensuring patient perspectives meaningfully inform brand strategy, messaging, and program developmentDisease Awareness & Patient EducationDesign and execute disease awareness campaigns targeting IgG4-RD patients and caregivers, addressing the significant diagnostic delays and knowledge gaps that characterize this rare diseaseDevelop patient education resources that build understanding of IgG4-RD, treatment options, and the potential role of rilzabrutinib — ensuring content is accessible, accurate, and culturally relevant across global marketsPartner with Medical Affairs and Patient Advocacy to ensure all patient-facing content is scientifically sound and aligned with the overall brand narrativePatient Advocacy & Community EngagementLiaise with Public Affairs and Patient Advocacy to align patient marketing initiatives with broader advocacy strategy and ensure coordinated engagement with patient advocacy organizations and community stakeholders in IgG4-RDCollaborate with Public Affairs and Patient Advocacy to translate advocacy insights into patient marketing programs, ensuring patient community feedback shapes disease awareness campaigns and educational resourcesServe as the marketing interface with patient advocacy groups, supporting the development and execution of co-created initiatives that engage and empower the IgG4-RD patient communityDigital & Omnichannel Patient EngagementOwn the digital patient engagement strategy, developing an omnichannel approach that meets patients and caregivers where they are across digital, social, and community platformsDrive the development of a patient-facing digital platform or resource hub for IgG4-RD, providing disease education, support resources, and community connection ahead of launchEstablish KPIs and measurement frameworks to evaluate the reach, engagement, and impact of patient marketing programsCross-Functional Leadership & Affiliate SupportServe as the global patient marketing lead within the cross-functional brand team, collaborating closely with HCP Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Market Research, Regulatory, Communications, and Public AffairsPartner with country affiliates and affiliate marketing teams to adapt global patient strategies for local market needs, ensuring consistent messaging while enabling market-specific execution and supporting local patient engagement initiativesWork with Market Research to design and execute patient research initiatives that inform strategy development, messaging refinement, and program optimizationWork with agency and vendor partners to deliver innovative, best-in-class patient programs that set a new standard in rare disease patient engagementAbout You:8+ years of marketing experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a strong track record in patient marketing, rare disease, or specialty careDemonstrated experience developing and executing global or multi-market patient marketing strategiesDeep understanding of the patient journey in rare or complex diseases, with experience translating patient insights into actionable marketing programsStrong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence without authority across global teams and country affiliatesExcellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling patient-friendly narrativesExperience in prelaunch or launch environments strongly preferred; rare disease or autoimmune/immunology experience a plusAbility to travel internationally as requiredWhy Choose UsBring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. #GD-SG#LI-GZ#LI-Hybrid#vhd Pursue progress, discover extraordinaryBetter is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.Sanofi US endeavours to make our career center accessible to any and all users. If you are experiencing difficulty and need assistance applying online, please call 1-866-SANOFI2 View phone number on click.appcast.io) or click hereUS and Puerto Rico Residents OnlySanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.North America Applicants OnlyThe salary range for this position is:$178,500.00 - $257,833.33All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.SummaryLocation: Cambridge, MAType: Full time