Director, Global Product Communications

Director, Global Product Communications

Introduction to role:

Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming how we communicate groundbreaking advancements in Neurology and Haematology? As the Director of Global Product Communications, you'll spearhead external communications for our global portfolios, amplifying awareness of our therapeutic areas and medicines. Reporting to the Senior Director of Global Pipeline and Portfolio Communications, you'll collaborate with senior leaders to craft strategic brand communications that drive business impact and elevate our mission to improve lives affected by rare diseases. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a knack for translating complex scientific information into compelling narratives, this is your opportunity to make a difference!

Accountabilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative communications strategies for Alexion’s Neurology and Hematology portfolios.
• Develop press releases, key message documents, Q&As, and standby statements for key brand milestones.
• -Serve as an integral member of cross-functional teams, providing communications counsel with an emphasis on disease awareness and launch preparedness.
• Collaborate with EUCAN and International Corporate Affairs teams to align strategy and support successful implementation of integrated communications strategies.
• Lead communications planning around key scientific milestones, ensuring impactful messaging.
• Serve as the primary communications advisor to franchise and brand leadership teams.
• Develop compelling narratives and media strategies to showcase scientific innovation within the rare disease portfolio.
• Provide ongoing issues management support and media/message training for senior leaders.
• Partner with Global Corporate Affairs and Investor Relations to maximize visibility for Alexion’s pipeline and product milestones.
• Contribute as an integral member of leadership teams for specific therapy areas.
• Build stakeholder trust through proactive outreach efforts with patient communities.
• Identify opportunities to leverage Alexion’s patient ambassador strategy.
• Supervise agency partners and manage budgets to drive tactical execution of communications strategies.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Scientific, Communications or related field relevant to the role's responsibilities
• 10+ years of experience in PR, Communications in biotech/pharmaceuticals or with a healthcare public relations agency
• Deep understanding of regulatory, commercial and legal landscape governing pre-approval and post-approval pharmaceutical product communications, in the U.S. and globally
• Global or U.S. Launch experience
• Strong executive presence and outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to successfully influence without authority and effectively work across functions and personalities
• Excellent business judgment when making decisions; always considers the relevance/impact of each decision on the business
• Experience managing projects within a highly matrixed Global environment
• Ability to work well under pressure, successfully navigate ambiguity and succeed in a rapidly changing, fast-paced, often unpredictable environment with multiple competing priorities
• Outstanding attention to detail, follow through and high sense of urgency
• Track record for adding value, execution excellence and driving results
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• High learning agility

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Rare disease/high-value biologics experience is important, but not essential

At AstraZeneca, you'll find yourself at the heart of a global team dedicated to making excellence and breakthroughs possible. Here, your skills can genuinely impact patients' lives as you join us during an exciting time of growth through innovation. We encourage you to reimagine the way we work, take intelligent risks, and drive change. Our collaborative environment fosters learning from diverse perspectives, allowing you to build a rewarding career while contributing to our digital transformation journey. With a focus on sustainability and leveraging data insights, we empower our teams to make a difference.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of our journey!

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