Director, Policy Communications

AstraZeneca

Washington D.C., United States
Base: $146,717 to $220,075; bonus/equity: eligibil...
U.s. political landscape knowledge
Life sciences and healthcare issues
Media relations skills
Develop and lead communications and media for state and federal policy-related initiatives and programs

Job Summary

  • Develop and lead communications and media for state and federal policy-related initiatives and programs.
  • Lead the development and execution of communications strategies and plans aimed at sharing our corporate story and protecting our overall image among key U.S. external audiences.
  • The annual base pay ranges from $146,717 to $220,075, with eligibility for incentives and benefits.

Matching Summary

Develop and lead communications and media for state and federal policy-related initiatives and programs.

Salary

Base: $146,717 to $220,075; Bonus/Equity: Eligibility for short-term incentive bonuses and equity-based awards; Benefits: Qualified retirement programs, paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • U.S. political landscape knowledge
  • life sciences and healthcare issues
  • media relations skills
  • policy communications strategy
  • external stakeholder engagement
  • spokesperson duties

Nice-to-have

  • creative problem-solver mindset
  • passion for communications and innovation
  • affinity for details and project management
  • entrepreneurial and innovative thinking

Key Requirements

  • Minimum ten years' experience
  • Graduate - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
  • Experience working with US top tier and trade media
  • Experience working with senior leaders
  • Experience juggling multiple deadlines

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