Manager, Patient Advocacy

Bristol Myers Squibb · Montréal · $86,890–$105,287 (stated in the posting)

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At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

The Corporate Affairs and Advocacy Manager will be responsible for leading stakeholder relationship and developing, operationalizing and integrating patient advocacy and therapeutic area communication strategies to drive business objectives and build BMS’s reputation in Canada.

This role requires strong executional, strategic and creative capabilities to effectively develop and partner on high-impact, measurable programs.

The Corporate Affairs and Advocacy Manager will report to the Head, Corporate Affairs in Canada.


Main Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building



Strategy, Planning and Implementation


Policy, Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement Communications


Employee Engagement & Internal Communications


Education, Qualifications & Skills:



French is the language of work in Quebec. However, this position requires proficiency in English, both spoken and written, due to regular interactions with partners, teams, and stakeholders located outside of Quebec.


***French Version***


Le(la) chef(fe), Affaires corporatives et Défense des droits des patient(e)s, sera responsable de diriger les relations avec les intervenant(e)s et d’élaborer, de mettre en œuvre et d’intégrer des stratégies de défense des droits des patient(e)s et de communication dans les champs thérapeutiques, afin de contribuer à l’atteinte des objectifs commerciaux et de renforcer la réputation de BMS au Canada.

Ce poste exige de solides capacités sur le plan de l’exécution, de la stratégie et de la créativité afin d’élaborer efficacement des programmes à fort impact et à résultats mesurables et d’y collaborer avec les intervenant(e)s concerné(e)s.

Le(la) chef(fe), Affaires corporatives et Défense des droits des patient(e)s relèvera du(de la) chef(fe) de direction, Affaires corporatives au Canada.


Responsabilités principales

Implication des intervenant(e)s et établissement de relations


Stratégie, planification et mise en œuvre


Communications liées aux politiques, à la défense des droits des patient(e)s et à la mobilisation des intervenant(e)s


Engagement des employé(e)s et communications internes


Formation, qualifications et compétences


Le français est la langue de travail au Québec. Toutefois, ce poste nécessite une maîtrise de l’anglais, tant à l’oral qu’à l’écrit, en raison d’interactions régulières avec des partenaires, équipes et parties prenantes situés à l’extérieur du Québec.


We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Aperçu de la rémunération :

Montreal - QC - CA: $86,890 - $105,287

La plage de rémunération de départ pour ce poste est indiquée ci-dessus sur la base d’un emploi à temps plein (FTE). Des primes en espèces et des attributions d’actions supplémentaires (selon l’admissibilité) peuvent également être offertes. La rémunération initiale tient compte des caractéristiques du poste, telles que les compétences requises, le lieu de travail, l’horaire de travail, ainsi que les connaissances et l’expérience liées à l’emploi. La rémunération finale sera déterminée en fonction de l’expérience démontrée et conformément aux principes d’équité salariale et aux lois applicables en matière d’emploi.

Compensation Overview:

Montreal - QC - CA: $86,890 - $105,287

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. The final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience and in accordance with pay equity principles and applicable employment laws.


How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.


Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.


Candidate Rights

BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.


For roles based in Los Angeles County only:  If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/


Data Protection

We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection.


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