Associate Director - Corporate & Product Communications

My client is looking for an Associate Director of Product & Corporate Communications to lead and execute integrated communications initiatives across a portfolio of approved and pipeline products. This role will be instrumental in shaping the narrative for a late stage drug, driving branded and unbranded campaigns, and managing both internal and external communications. The ideal candidate is a seasoned communicator with deep experience in healthcare, drug launches, and regulatory environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead communications strategy and execution for a late stage drug, including pre- and post-approval milestones.
• Develop and manage branded and unbranded campaigns for marketed and pipeline products.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with regulatory, medical, and commercial teams to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Corporate & Executive Communications:
• Craft and implement internal and external communications strategies, including executive messaging, employee town halls, and organizational announcements.
• Draft, review, and approve content for internal channels, social media, Q&As, press releases, and other corporate materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trade, consumer health, and digital health media, including health-focused creators and influencers.
• Manage proactive and reactive media engagement and identify potential brand related issues, developing proactive issues-management strategies.
• Oversee external communications agencies, ensuring high-quality deliverables and alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage communications budgets, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; advanced degree a plus.
• 7+ years of experience in a communications agency or in-house corporate communications role, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven experience with FDA approvals and drug launches.
• Deep understanding of M/L/R (Medical/Legal/Regulatory) review processes and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in Veeva Vault and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience giving communications support around FDA advisory committee meetings, understanding of clinical study design, and experience launching new products in the US.
• Comfortable working with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Passion for science, innovation, and storytelling.