Washington D.C., DC, 20080, USA
49 days ago
Director, Global Portfolio Communications, Oncology
**Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients** At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career. **Corporate Affairs Director, Global Portfolio Communications, Oncology** **What you will do** Let’s do this! Let’s change the world! In this vital role, the Director, Global Portfolio Communications, Oncology is responsible for shaping the global communications strategy for Amgen’s Oncology therapeutic area. This position will support the Global Commercial Organization, specifically Global Commercial Capabilities and Therapeutic Area Governance teams in shaping and developing product communications strategies in advance of product launches through lifecycle management. This role will report to the Executive Director, Global Portfolio Communications & Advocacy. It will be based in the US with the expectation of domestic and international travel to congresses and key events. **Key responsibilities will be:** + An integral member of Amgen’s “global with local” model, leading the development of global communications plans for Amgen’s Oncology therapeutic area in support of successful market building, in-country launches and lifecycle management. + Interact cross-functionally with a variety of teams, serving as a member of the relevant oncology Integrated Brand Teams (IBTs), providing input on ongoing strategy and approach. + Develop communications toolkits, trainings and template materials for local country affiliates to customize and use locally. + Support key countries with pull-through of Global strategy and activation of priority initiatives. + Drive global insights gathering activities related to communications, such as regional media advisory board meetings and social media audits. + Work closely with the US Oncology Portfolio Communications team to pull through learnings and best practices for local launches and ensure consistent messaging and approach. + Partner with Global Patient Advocacy team on disease state education and elevating the patient experience. **The ideal candidate will:** + Have a curious nature and desire to do things differently to best serve patients and the brand. + Work collaboratively across functions and geographies, with an openness to diverse perspectives and experiences. + Demonstrate knowledge of key communications trends and speak confidently about the value of communications. + Navigate regional differences and priorities; manage many different opinions and perspectives; and lead through ambiguity. + Translate business priorities to objectives, effectively communicating to others. + Proactively foster and expand key stakeholder relationships across departments. + Identify and recommend revisions to “Global with Local” model to optimize ways of working. **What we expect of you** We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we see is a leader with these qualifications. **Basic Qualifications:** Doctorate degree and 4 years of Corporate Communications, Advocacy or Marketing experience **Or** Master’s degree and 7 years of Corporate Communications, Advocacy or Marketing experience **Or** Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of Corporate Communications, Advocacy or Marketing experience **Preferred Qualifications:** + 7-10 years of experience in Corporate Affairs related positions with increasingly progressive and impactful roles in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or other industry area with strong regulatory oversight is preferred. + Experience working in international regions beyond the US and supporting local affiliates worldwide is highly desirable. + Experience launching medicines, including outside of the US, is preferred. + 4 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources **What you can expect of us** As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include: + A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts + A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan + Stock-based long-term incentives + Award-winning time-off plans + Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible **Apply now** **for a career that defies imagination** Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us. **careers.amgen.com** In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. **Application deadline** Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position. As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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