Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver effective communications programs that elevate AZ Oncology’s Cancer reputation as a leader in the US
• Collaborate with other AZ Communication Leads to ensure integration and alignment with strategic direction, corporate narrative, and internal and external corporate affairs campaign and editorial planning processes
• Ensure communications are continuous, consistent and distributed through appropriate channels, working with all Corporate Affairs partners and third-party agencies Support an integrated approach to milestones, news flow and activity planning – including support of multiple Phase III trial readouts and launches – to effectively maximi z e opportunities and prepare against issues
• Develop an impactful media relations strategy and a compelling narrative to bring to life our science-led pipeline and life-changing medicines within the portfolio with clear messages and sharp proof points
• Execute multi - stakeholder signature programs and advocacy initiatives aiming to establish AZ as a leader in G2 Cancers and to remove barriers to treatment adoption.
• Effectively develop and creatively leverage internal and external communications channels, including traditional and social media, working with ‘channel leads’ ( e.g. Global Internal Communications, Global Media Relations, market comms teams, digital team etc.) as appropriate .
• Provide sound counsel to Senior Leaders and provide effective communications and issues management support to brand leaders, Franchise teams, including media and message training.
• Effectively manage and deploy agency support through clear objectives , KPIs, continued drive for excellence and innovation in support of the G2 cancer pipeline and portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, marketing or related field
• 7-10 plus years experience
• Significant experience of leading strategic communications management in a similar environment for global brands/disease areas either in-house or at global communications agency.
• Expert in media relations, digital, social media, employee and leader communications, change management, event planning and more.
• Proven capability to influence and counsel senior leaders and teams across functions and geographical boundaries.
• Team worker with high level of personal accountability
• Strong background and comfort level in writing science-based content

Preferred

• Deep expertise in Oncology

Benefits

• Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.