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At Amgen if you feel like youre part of something bigger its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980 weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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 youll 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 awardwinning culture is collaborative innovative and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Lets do this! Lets change the world! In this role you will be at the forefront of Amgens biggest news as a company spokesperson and media strategist on the global media relations team. The Senior Manager Enterprise Media Relations will be responsible for driving the reputation of Amgen and our priority products pipeline and functions.
This position reports to the Enterprise Media Relations Executive Director Corporate Affairs operating as a selfstarter while working on a collaborative and high performing 6member team. This position can sit remotely in the U.S. and does not need to be based in Thousand Oaks CA.
Independently implement media relations strategies and outreach specifically for pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology products
Possess strong existing reporter relationships and a demonstrated track record of working with news media on a variety of topics from data and milestones to consumer disease education
Proactively uncover interesting stories and news angles to further the Amgen story and enhance corporate reputation in news media
Be highly organized and a disciplined selfstarter who can prioritize multiple tasks and deliver to deadlines always leading with a proactive news mindset
Lead media material development for interviews trainings prep sessions
Confidently problemsolve including knowing when to escalate potential challenges and quickly learn how to work within a matrixed organization
Have a hunger for learning about new media outlets and innovative tools including AI in communications while also using data to inform decisions
Clearly and confidently represent a media relations perspective while working collaboratively with other functions and colleagues at various levels
Support the team on issues/crisis communications as needed
Laison with external PR agencies and serve as company spokesperson when appropriate
Be prepared to travel to major conferences and events occasional deskside briefings as well as to Amgen sites in the U.S. or globally
We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek has these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree and 2 years of corporate communications or public relations experience
OR
Masters degree and 4 years of corporate communications or public relations experience
OR
Bachelors degree and 6 years of corporate communications or public relations experience
OR
Associates degree and 10 years of corporate communications or public relations experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of corporate communications or public relations experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong writing skills and experience speaking with media on a variety of subjects
Experience writing pitches comfortable interfacing with reporters working against tight deadlines
Deep understanding of the biotechnology industry and communications environment (US required plus additional major markets a plus)
Experience navigating drug approvals data milestones and regulatory decisions
Attention to detail ability to craft messages and develop presentations
Proactive thinking and problemsolving skills; selfstarter
Collaboratively work with a diverse group of people and backgrounds
Appreciation of nuanced regulated and confidential information
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and wellbeing. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture well 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 salesbased incentive plan
Stockbased longterm incentives
Awardwinning timeoff plans
Flexible work models including remote and hybrid work arrangements where possible
In any materials you submit you may redact or remove ageidentifying 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.
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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