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Reporting to the Senior Director, Enterprise Executive & Business Communications, the Director, Business Development Communications, is responsible for strategy and execution of internal and external communications related to corporate partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions (M&A), and other critical deals and events that drive the Bristol Myers Squibb company strategy, growth and impact. 

Key Responsibilities

Leads development and execution of an integrated, multi-channel communications strategy to elevate the company’s strategy and business development approach, achievements and partnerships, internally and externallyPartners closely with company’s strategy and business development team to develop communications strategy and approaches that advance company strategy and team’s prioritiesMaintains detailed knowledge and understanding of company’s strategy and business development, and awareness of larger Corporate Communications plans and objectivesIdentifies, develops, and supports unique storylines, content, and thought-leadership opportunities relative to business development that advance BMS’s company growth and innovation narratives.Develops communications strategies, approaches, and materials for partnerships, deals, and other announcements, and liaises with partner companies on supporting plans, tactics and timingOversees business development news-flowPartners with Media Relations team to build and strengthen relationships with key members of the business and M&A media and other market influencersMonitors and analyzes impact of business development communications externally; and maintains up-to-date information on relative topics that could impact the business and its business development strategy Develops and fosters collaborative relationships across corporate, R&D, and financial Corporate Affairs teams to ensure strategic alignment and drive effective, cohesive, and complementary communications in support of broader BMS company objectives Supports internal communications, including executive communications, to maximize visibility of BMS’s business development strategy.Stays abreast of trends and best practices in business development communications across the life sciences industry.Supports issues management preparedness, strategy, and response for corporate issues related to business development.Oversees management of agency partners and corresponding budgetsLeads, manages, and supports team members, promoting a high-performance culture aligned with business goals, emphasizing accountability for results, and fostering career development opportunities 

Qualifications & Experience

Approximately 10 years of experience in corporate, M&A and/or financial communications in a large organization or agency settingExperience in the life sciences or healthcare industries preferred, or a combination of education and professional experience that would provide an equivalent career foundationAbility to interact effectively with colleagues and counterparts at all levels of the company, both within the Corporate Communications team and across the larger matrixed organizationAbility to effectively counsel senior leadersExceptional collaborative and team-building skillsSuperior written, verbal, editing, and interpersonal communications skillsStrong research and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detailAbility to learn the business quickly and excel in a fast-paced, challenging environmentSelf-directed with proven ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple initiatives with competing prioritiesProficiency with digital communications and effective use of social media platformsBachelor’s degree required, preferably in communications or related field

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On-site Protocol

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Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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