Associate Director, Thought Leadership & Issues Communications
Core
Execute global enterprise thought leadership strategy and support crisis/issues communications readiness for a life sciences company.
Role type
Senior IC corporate communications leader (thought leadership & crisis)
Builds
Enterprise narrative, media coverage, crisis response protocols
Domain
Life sciences / Healthcare
Required skills
Thought leadership strategy, earned media pitching, executive positioning, crisis communications planning, stakeholder management, project management, analytical research
Preferred skills
Healthcare industry experience, matrixed environment navigation, storytelling
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Drive planning and execution of thought leadership opportunities for leadership team members. Develop earned media pitches to secure top-tier media coverage. Lead identification and evaluation of strategic thought leadership opportunities. Develop strategic messaging and communications materials for executives. Monitor and analyze impact of thought leadership efforts. Partner on enterprise crisis communications scenario planning. Provide strategic counsel during emerging issues and crises. Develop crisis response plans addressing immediate and long-term challenges.