Head of External Communications
Head of External Communications
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$ 193360 - 362550
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Job Description
Job Description
Agilent is seeking an experienced Head of External Communications to lead our global externalcommunications strategy in a dynamic and evolving lifesciences applied markets and diagnostics company. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Enterprise Communications this leader will build a global team dispersed across various regions driving externalcommunications efforts that ensure consistent messaging across all platforms to maintain and enhance the companys brand and reputation and that are consistent with Agilents goals and values.
The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset and drive externalcommunications strategies while through a complex enterprisewide transformation.
As a member of the Enterprise Communications leadership team the Head of External Communications will be accountable for a broad scope that includes external analyst and investor communications M&A media relations/PR crisis communications and annual ESG initiatives.
This leader will play a critical role in ensuring Agilent is telling its story externally to customers investors and industry partners.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive externalcommunications strategy that aligns with the companys mission values and growth goals.
Develop and drive a consistent brand message that enhances our reputation and market positioning within the lifesciences and diagnostics industries.
Develop all external and financial communications including messaging to investors and analysts as well as mergers and acquisitions to ensure clarity consistency and alignment with corporate objectives.
Collaborate with executive leaders and the finance team to communicate business updates quarterly results and growth plans effectively to external stakeholders.
Develop targeted communication plans that tell Agilents story externally ensuring clear consistent messaging.
Work crossfunctionally with senior leaders to anticipate change impacts and tailor communications to meet the needs of external audiences.
Develop annual ESG communications collaborating with relevant departments to accurately report on our sustainability social responsibility and governance initiatives to convey Agilents commitment to responsible and ethical practices.
Develop crisiscommunication strategy to ensure readiness for potential issues swiftly and effectively.
Personal Attributes
Strategic and Growthoriented: Consistently seeks new opportunities to enhance messaging and reach.
Adaptable and Resilient: Thrives in dynamic environments and is comfortable with ambiguity and change.
Collaborative Influencer: Skilled at building relationships and aligning crossfunctional teams around common goals.
Resultsdriven Leader: Sets and achieves ambitious targets for externalcommunications impact and engagement.
Leadership Expectations
Create Clarity: Synthesize the complex for others.
Generate Energy: Inspire optimism and growth across the company.
Deliver Success: Be limitless and globally minded to make things happen.
Demonstrate Presence: Exhibit selfawareness and a leadership presence.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Marketing Business or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
10 years of experience in external communications with at least 5 years in a leadership role within life sciences applied markets or diagnostics sectors.
Proven experience in building and driving externalcommunications programs ideally within complex highly matrixed organizations that are continuously changing.
Demonstrated expertise in building and executing global externalcommunications strategies that inform and inspire myriad audiences including analysts and investors customers and members of the media.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into compelling messages for external audiences.
Strong leadership and team management skills with a collaborative approach and ability to influence across functions and levels.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least April 17 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.The fulltime equivalent pay range for this position is $193360.00 $362550.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including jobrelated skills experience and relevant education or training. During the hiring process a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: Technologies Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex pregnancy race religion or religious creed color gender gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status registered domestic partner status age sexual orientation military or veteran status protected veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state local law ordinance or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies Inc. is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility please email or contact. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections please visit Required: 25 of the TimeShift:
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CommunicationsRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
