Senior Director, Product Communications

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead integrated corporate communications activities for commercial products and late-stage pipeline assets, including launches, regulatory milestones, and clinical study readouts in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and colleagues on messaging, positioning, and external engagement.
• Develop compelling materials for pipeline and future products to raise awareness and understanding across external audiences including media, healthcare professionals, and advocacy groups, such as press releases, messaging, Q&A, media materials, and campaigns.
• Manage agency and external resources to ensure alignment with business goals, high-quality deliverables, and budget discipline.
• Oversee pipeline and product media relations and act as a company spokesperson for product-related news.
• Collaborate with global, regional, and internal partners to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment.
• Monitor competitive landscape and media trends to shape communications planning and response readiness.
• Support internal education and employee engagement around product and pipeline developments.
• Track and report communications impact through relevant KPIs to inform continuous improvement.
• Travel as required, including international travel (potentially 20-30%).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a closely related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Pharma/Biotech Corporate Communications, including pipeline and/or product communications in a highly regulated setting, ideally in rare diseases.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, especially with Commercial, Medical, Legal, and Regulatory teams.
• Skilled in developing global messaging and aligning with international colleagues and affiliates.
• Proven success in developing and executing communications for pivotal clinical study readouts, product launches, and lifecycle milestones.
• Strong understanding of drug development, regulatory processes, and therapeutic landscapes.
• Deep experience in media relations and serving as a company spokesperson.
• Ability to influence across functions and levels, and lead communications agencies.
• Excellent storytelling skills with experience translating scientific data into accessible narratives.
• Motivated to make a difference for those living with rare and serious diseases and passionate about science and transformative therapies.
• A 'bias for action' mindset, thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in rare diseases or highly regulated environments.
• Experience with global messaging and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a closely related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years' experience in Pharma/Biotech Corporate Communications.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary range of $247,000 - $273,000, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity for annual and spot bonuses, stock options, and RSUs.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Comprehensive wellness program including medical, dental, vision, and LTD coverage.
• Four weeks of paid time off.
• Commitment to learning and development, including internal programs, industry training, and education reimbursement.