Director, Policy Communications

AstraZeneca

Washington D.C., United States
Base: $146,717 to $220,075; bonus/equity: eligibil...
Us political landscape understanding
Life sciences and healthcare issues
Media relations and social issues
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

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • Be the spokesperson for AstraZeneca on incoming media inquiries, navigating complex political issues confidently and identifying proactive opportunities to positively shape media coverage.
  • The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $146,717 to $220,075.

Matching Summary

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.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • US political landscape understanding
  • Life sciences and healthcare issues
  • Media relations and social issues
  • Communications and innovation passion
  • Strategic problem-solver mindset
  • Project management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Entrepreneurial and innovative thinking
  • Creative yet rigorous environment
  • Adapt and influence across enterprise
  • Team of specialists valued
  • Wellbeing and flexibility

Key Requirements

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

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