Director, Executive Communications

The Director of Executive Communications is responsible for leading the communication strategy for the President of North America. The Director will be a strategic leader who develops a deep understanding of North America’s operations, culture, enterprise strategy and market dynamics, to inform compelling messaging for external and internal stakeholders.This is a high-profile role within the North America organization that requires creativity, storytelling, corporate communication experience and business acumen. In addition to supporting the President’s communication to internal stakeholders, the Director will work closely with the North America leadership team to drive the preparation and delivery of informative financial communications—including talking points, presentations, content, and other materials—to help build confidence that the organization is executing on its strategy. This role reports to the Head of Corporate Affairs in North America.What You’ll DoOwn the communications that supports the North America President, which includes leading the creative concepting and delivery of compelling talking points, presentations, written materials and social content.Understand, synthesize and prepare the financial performance narrative for the President of North America. Write and create compelling, impactful and informative content to communicate the organization’s financial performance and growth prospects internally to employees and leadership, and externally to the investment community.Lead the social media strategy for the President of North America, including the messaging, content, approvals and engagement strategy to reach employees and external stakeholders.Drive an organized, systematic, and disciplined approach to executing on an executive communications strategy, including owning the processes and cadence for keeping materials up to date for weekly, monthly, and quarterly communications, earnings and events.Strengthen connections across the leadership team and organization, by leveraging your role at the intersection of stakeholders. Navigate complex and sensitive issues to protect and reinforce the organization’s reputation, guided by our values.Think broadly and develop deep understanding of our markets in real-time, including engagement external healthcare stakeholders to understand key themes, trends and insights that strengthen the messaging. Engage across the enterprise to understand employee perspective and sentiment.Who You AreYou have a high-level of an interest in working with strong, purpose-driven senior executives, serving as a partner in advancing our enterprise strategy. Your exceptional listening skills and empathy are the foundation of your effective communication. You know how to balance delivering informative messages grounded in our business strategy with inspiring storytelling that moves audiences.Qualifications

10+ years of experience in strategic communications, including supporting financial communications for senior executivesExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to turn complex business dynamics and market data into compelling storiesStrong organizational skills and creative thinking with ability to see the big picture, while owning the delivery and details of a project from start to finishExperience producing a wide-range of content including speeches, videos, social content and presentations and managing contractors or agencies to supportExecutive-level presence and strong business acumen, with deep understanding of healthcare or biotechnology marketsStrong partnering and consultative skills with ability to develop trusted relationships across the enterpriseInterest in developing innovative communication approaches, including new emerging opportunities with AI technologiesAbility to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple prioritiesPreferred SkillsExperience in biotech or healthcare industryAdditional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Why Biogen?We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on

to learn more about our DE&I efforts.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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