Director, External Corporate Communications
Core
Develop and execute external corporate communications strategies for a clinical-stage biotech company, ensuring consistent messaging across investor relations, public relations, and scientific/medical communications.
Role type
Director, External Corporate Communications
Builds
Corporate brand narrative, investor materials, press releases, and scientific conference content
Domain
Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Investor Relations
Required skills
Corporate communications strategy, Investor relations, Scientific/medical content coordination, Public relations, Crisis communication, Stakeholder management, Regulatory compliance, Cross-functional leadership, Strategic messaging, Data-to-messaging translation
Preferred skills
Journalism background, Canadian securities law knowledge, Agency management, Disease-state expertise (GI/Immunology)
Technologies
Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Develop communication strategies and plans for corporate and product stories; Draft external communications materials including press releases and investor updates; Coordinate with executive teams and subject matter experts for brand stewardship; Manage corporate social media presence; Support commercial function in defining key messages for various audiences; Ensure compliance with disclosure obligations and regulatory requirements.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & cross-functional influence