Merck Group

Head of Employee Communications, Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion and Change (all genders)

Merck Group  •  Darmstadt, DE (Onsite)  •  13 hours ago
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Job Description

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your role:

You will lead the strategy and execution of internal communications, employee engagement, D&I, and change initiatives across Life Science. Shaping a Center of Excellence for Change in Life Science, your role involves developing scalable tools, playbooks, and training for global deployment. Working closely with Leadership, HR, and Communications, you will guide cross-functional teams to translate strategy into actionable programs, delivering on time and within budget with measurable gains in engagement, adoption, and an inclusive culture. At the heart of your mission is building trust, bringing clarity, and crafting a compelling employee experience that accelerates strategic change.

Who you are:

  • Bachelor’s degree. Master's degree or higher (preferred).
  • 15+ years’ experience in internal communications, change management, and/or employee engagement in a global organization, Life Science experience preferred.
  • Proven, hands-on leadership of cross-functional teams in matrix environments; excels at influencing senior stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with a practical, result-driven leadership style; comfortable guiding ambiguity to concrete outcomes.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; multilingual capabilities a plus.
  • Data-driven mindset with ability to translate metrics into actionable improvements.
  • Experienced in building and scaling a Center of Excellence for change management, with tools, playbooks, and training.
  • Familiar with DEI concepts and inclusive communication practices; able to embed belonging into daily work.
  • Collaborative partner to senior leaders, HR, Communications, and global functions across regions and languages.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Merck Group

About Merck Group

This channel is not intended for U.S. and Canadian visitors. Merck operates in the U.S. and Canada as EMD Serono in Healthcare, MilliporeSigma in Life Science and EMD Electronics in Electronics. An unaffiliated and unrelated company, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, US holds the rights in the trademark MERCK in the U.S. and Canada.

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We are Merck, a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Germany.

We are curious explorers, courageous pioneers, and ingenious inventors. Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics.

Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and the planet.

We believe in the positive power of science and technology. It has determined our actions since 1668 and inspires us to continue researching for a future worth living. As a family-owned company with over 350 years of experience, we stand for sustainability, responsibility, and innovative strength.

We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company that values and fosters the talents and abilities of our employees. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Work your Magic and join Merck.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Darmstadt, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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