Director, Corporate Affairs, Global Media Relations
Director, Corporate Affairs, Global Media Relations
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Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
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 award-winning 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.
Director Corporate Affairs Global Media Relations
What you will do
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 relations team. The Director Corporate Affairs Enterprise Media Relations will be responsible for driving the reputation of Amgen and our priority products pipeline and functions.
This position reports to the Global Media Relations Executive Director Corporate Affairs operating as a self-starter while working on a collaboration and impactful 6-member team. This position can sit remotely in the U.S. and does not need to be based in Thousand Oaks CA.
In this role you will need to:
Lead the development and execution of global media relations strategies including proactive outreach to secure impactful media coverage for Amgens products late-stage pipeline candidates and corporate milestones aligned to business needs.
Support crisis communications and rapid response to emerging media inquiries ensuring timely accurate and strategic communication.
Serve as a company spokesperson demonstrating poise credibility and confidence under pressure.
Partner with executive leadership to create compelling narratives talking points media briefings and profile opportunities for global audiences.
Have a data-driven approach to media relations leveraging analytics and new technologiesincluding AI in communicationsto optimize outreach and impact.
Maintain and expand strong relationships with key reporters and editors across top-tier trade and emerging media outlets ensuring coverage across various topicsfrom clinical data and regulatory milestones to executive profiles.
Provide strategic direction and oversight to PR agency partners to maximize global media impact.
Track real-time media trends and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership to inform decision-making.
Collaborate closely with internal teamsincluding Investor Relations Law and Commercialto maintain message consistency and protect corporate reputation.
Travel as needed to major conferences events and Amgen sites globally and conduct deskside briefings with media.
What we expect of you
We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Corporate Affairs professional we seek will meet or exceed these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree and 4 years of communications or public relations experience
Or
Masters degree and 7 years of communications or public relations experience
Or
Bachelors degree and 9 years of communications or public relations experience
Preferred Qualifications:
10-15 years of experience in communications with majority of time focused on media relations
Proven track record leading media relations efforts in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry including experience pitching late-stage pipeline candidates and marketed products.
Deep network of trusted media contacts with a history of securing high-value coverage across diverse story types.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to craft concise compelling content under tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail.
Skilled in navigating complex matrixed organizations and building consensus across functions and geographies.
Strategic problem solver with the confidence to recommend courses of action and the humility to seek counsel when needed.
Proactive learner with curiosity for new media outlets trends and storytelling formats.
Understanding of global media practices and nuances with news media ex-US
Ability to prioritize resources and effectively communicate to senior leadership
Knowledge of social media and digital communications skills with attention to detail; polished poised presenter
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. 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 sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models including remote and hybrid work arrangements where possible
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Application deadline
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.
Salary Range
183867.00 USD - 221624.00 USDRequired Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
