Corporate Affairs Development & Pipeline Communications, Director in United States Embassy at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Corporate Affairs Development & Pipeline Communications, Director based in the United States.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced communications professional passionate about science, innovation, and storytelling. The role sits at the intersection of corporate affairs, clinical development, and executive communications, driving strategic narratives around a diverse portfolio of innovative therapies and scientific advancements. You will partner closely with senior leaders to elevate organizational reputation, shape perceptions of pipeline progress, and translate complex scientific developments into compelling stories for internal and external audiences. Operating in a collaborative, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment, this position offers significant visibility and influence across enterprise-wide initiatives while contributing to meaningful advancements in patient care.

• Lead and execute integrated communications strategies supporting development organizations, clinical pipelines, and scientific innovation initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing strategic counsel on executive visibility, organizational priorities, change management, and issues communications.
• Develop compelling narratives around pipeline milestones, clinical progress, and scientific achievements to strengthen enterprise reputation and stakeholder confidence.
• Translate complex scientific and medical concepts into engaging, accessible content for internal and external audiences.
• Partner closely with research, medical, regulatory, commercial, investor relations, and corporate affairs teams to ensure message consistency and coordinated communications across the product lifecycle.
• Drive executive thought leadership initiatives, including speeches, presentations, messaging frameworks, and external engagement opportunities.
• Lead and mentor communications professionals while managing agency relationships and external resources to deliver measurable business impact.
• Establish communication metrics and continuously improve strategic initiatives to maximize influence, engagement, and organizational alignment.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Life Sciences, or a related field; advanced degrees are highly valued.
• Significant experience in corporate communications, public relations, or strategic communications, preferably within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or other science-driven industries.
• Strong understanding of drug development processes, clinical research, and the broader healthcare ecosystem.
• Demonstrated success advising senior executives and developing executive communications and thought leadership strategies.
• Proven experience leading complex communications programs in highly matrixed organizations and navigating ambiguity effectively.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, presentation, and messaging skills with the ability to simplify complex scientific information.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align communication initiatives with enterprise goals and organizational priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills across research, development, medical, commercial, and investor-facing functions.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams, managing agencies, and delivering measurable communications outcomes.
• Intellectual curiosity, learning agility, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style.

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $180,551 to $244,276, based on experience, qualifications, and location.
• Eligibility for annual discretionary bonus programs and long-term stock incentive plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage.
• Retirement and savings plans with generous employer contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts and additional financial wellness programs.
• Award-winning paid time off programs supporting work-life balance and personal well-being.
• Flexible and remote work arrangements, depending on business needs and role requirements.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, internal mobility programs, and access to a collaborative, innovation-driven culture.