Temporary Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

Richmond, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Temporary Senior Manager Corporate Communications
Manager: Head of Global Communications & Investor Relations
Department: Corporate Communications
Location: Point Richmond CA

Sangamo Therapeutics is a genomic medicine company focused on treating debilitating neurological diseases by using our wholly owned highly versatile zinc finger epigenetic regulation technology and capsid delivery engine. We are passionate about designing and developing genomic medicines to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe diseases with our deep scientific expertise and proprietary zinc finger genome engineering technology. At Sangamo we are dedicated to building a robust sustainable genomic medicine pipeline that addresses life-limiting conditions by replacing todays symptom-focused treatments with tomorrows genomic cures. Our top priority is to meet the needs of patients with commitment and compassion. Along with our commitment to science and to our patients we also endeavor to create an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity. Sangamo is a company where individuals can flourish grow and develop their expertise.

We are seeking top talent to join our mission. Lets build a better future together.

JOB SUMMARY:
Sangamo Therapeutics is seeking a temporary Senior Manager Corporate Communications who will contribute to achieving the companys communications goals. The ideal candidate will be an experienced communicator and project manager ready to drive impactful communication strategies. This role serves as both a strategic partner and hands-on communication expert who can balance the companys needs culture and leadership perspectives during a period of change. If you thrive working in a fast-paced innovative environment while remaining flexible proactive resourceful efficient and a team player Sangamo is the place for you.
This will be a hybrid onsite position located in our Point Richmond CA facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Work collaboratively with the Head of Communications and Investor Relations to strategically plan execute and track performance for all external communications including:
- External announcements
- Quarterly earnings
- Scientific presentations and publications
- Conferences and speaking opportunities
- Media engagement
- Social media
- External website and IR website
Own the strategic planning and execution for all internal communications with the aim of driving employee engagement and satisfaction including:
- Town Halls
- Employee communications
- Internal events e.g. Science Talks webinars celebrations culture and DEI events
- Active management of company intranet
- Internal branding and processes
Drive and manage an active internal and external communications calendar.
Content and branding management of external digital assets including corporate website and clinical trial websites.
Collaborate with functional departments and DEI community on internal events communications and culture initiatives.
Contract and vendor management

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors degree required
6 years of experience working in Communications preferably in biotech/pharma industry. Some agency experience preferred.
Proven track record in both strategic communications planning and hands-on content creation and channel management.
Extensive experience developing messaging and communication strategies that engage employees and support business goals.
Demonstrated ability to engage with all levels of leadership and diverse functions.
Strong understanding of executive communications employee engagement and event management.
Excellent writing skills and strong verbal skills.
Capacity to develop an understanding of a dynamic multi-faceted story involving multiple elements of scientific financial commercial competitive strategic and goal-oriented messages.
Strong proficiency in Office Suite and experience with Sharepoint
Some design experience e.g. creating visuals using Canva preferred

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in biopharma scientific communications medical/scientific affairs R&D communications or related content.
Experience in change management communications both internally and externally
Great organizational skills effective at managing priorities and consistently meeting deadlines.
Understanding of sensitivity around material non-public information.

We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and backgrounds and we welcome candidates who are eager to learn and contribute to our mission. We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the qualifications and share what differentiates you from other candidates.

Sangamo is an equal opportunity employer
Sangamo is committed to fostering belonging for all employees and embraces diversity equity and inclusion in recruiting and hiring. All qualified applicants for employment are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws.

Pay Range
The anticipated salary range is for candidates who will work in our San Francisco Bay Area work locations. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience with the job type and length of experience within the industry education etc. This salary range may not apply to remote positions that work in other states.

Note to External Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than from the candidates themselves. If you wish to be considered for the presentation of candidates please email We will reach out to you directly if there is a business need for your services.

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

Title: Temporary Senior Manager Corporate CommunicationsManager: Head of Global Communications & Investor RelationsDepartment: Corporate CommunicationsLocation: Point Richmond CASangamo Therapeutics is a genomic medicine company focused on treating debilitating neurological diseases by using our who...