Senior Director / Executive Director, Communications

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Altos’ global communications strategy and initiatives, with a strong focus and background in scientific and corporate communications
• Develop company communications materials, including executive presentations and digital content with an emphasis on internal communications and culture
• Lead a global community of content owners and partners across Altos, including the creation of original stories and materials and ensuring overall quality of information and design for our intranet
• Partner with executives and leaders to develop and deliver the company meetings, all hands, and town hall events
• Partner with the People Team to manage employee communications and participate in developing Employer Branding content and our Altos culture narrative
• Collaborate with scientists to prepare for science communications as needed
• Manage and work closely with our external communications firm to develop content for the company’s website and media channels
• Thoughtfully and responsibly grow the company’s social media channels and continuously measure and improve its effectiveness

• The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of progressive experience managing scientific and corporate communications in a biotech or pharma setting 
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a science-related field is highly desired.  An advanced degree is preferred.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior leadership
• Experience in a senior management communications role either in-house or with an agency
• Superior leadership and management skills: the ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers
• Strategic and innovative leader with a focus on results and impact; able to make decisions in a dynamic environment and anticipate future needs
• Executive skills and presence to partner effectively with senior leaders 
• Excellent and influential communicator 
• Demonstrated judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
• Inclusive leadership and partnership – embrace and demonstrate a commitment to our value of belonging
• Empathetic and highly collaborative with a focus on generosity and respect
• Confident and skilled to establish the credibility and respect of colleagues and team members
• Energetic, flexible, and proactive

The salary range for this position at Senior Director level is $280,500 - $379,500

The salary range for this position at Executive Director level is $322,150 - $435,850

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