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Director, Corporate Communications
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
Los Angeles, CA (On-site)Full time$190K/yr – $220K/yr
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Director, Corporate Communications
Los Angeles, CA (On-site)
$190K/yr – $220K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time
Posted 2 months ago
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Job Summary
Own Arrowhead’s external narrative and digital presence, coordinating with IR, Marketing, Medical, and Legal to shape executive messaging, product launches, and high-stakes media opportunities.
- Strategic planning and storytelling across corporate reputation, website, and social channels.
- Cross-functional alignment to ensure consistent messaging and brand voice at every touchpoint.
- Agency oversight to deliver on-brand, high-impact communications programs.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning & Execution - Design and deliver comprehensive communication strategies that advance Arrowhead’s corporate reputation and support key initiatives, including the launch of plozasiran and broader pipeline milestones.
- Corporate and Digital Presence - Lead the strategy, management, and evolution of Arrowhead’s global website and social media platforms to ensure consistent, impactful brand storytelling.
- Content Development - Craft high-quality written materials—including company narratives, executive communications, press releases, social content, op-eds, and presentations—that align with Arrowhead’s voice and objectives.
- Agency Oversight - Direct and collaborate with external communications partners to ensure the delivery of high-caliber, on-brand work that drives measurable impact.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner closely with Investor Relations, HR, Marketing, Medical, Legal, and other internal teams to align corporate messaging across all touchpoints.
- Operational Excellence - Support effective budget management and resource allocation for communications programs and agency engagements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
- 10 years of progressively responsible experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related fields—preferably within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry.
- Proven ability to develop and implement integrated communications strategies that advance corporate reputation and support business goals.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with experience crafting content for senior executives, media, and digital channels.
- Demonstrated success managing media outreach, developing press materials, and preparing leaders for interviews and speaking engagements.
- Strong understanding of corporate digital strategy, including website management, social media, and content optimization.
- Ability to effectively partner across departments such as Investor Relations, Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Legal to ensure alignment and compliance.
- Experience leading teams or agency partners, managing budgets, and delivering results under tight deadlines.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance considerations in healthcare communications, with sound judgment in sensitive or high-profile situations.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- You may be required to travel approximately 10 -15%.
- Candidates must have current, valid authorization to work in the country where this role is located.
Preferred
- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s in Communications, or related field).
- Experience developing corporate branding, thought leadership, and executive visibility programs.
- Demonstrated success supporting product launches or scientific communications in the life sciences sector.
- Background in crisis or issues management, with the ability to counsel senior leaders on reputation-sensitive topics.
- Familiarity with investor and financial communications, including message alignment between communications and IR functions.
- Understanding of global communications practices and experience managing multi-market campaigns.
- Passion for science-driven storytelling and an interest in Arrowhead’s mission to advance RNAi-based therapeutics.
Benefits
- Arrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package.
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
3.7 Glassdoor
At Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals we are breaking the mold of medicine. We are pushing the boundaries of therapeutic development and revolutionizing how we care for hard-to-treat illnesses. As a company we harness collaboration and innovation to rapidly advance drugs from discovery to the clinic. All applicants: Please be aware of employment scams using Arrowhead’s name and the names of Arrowhead’s employees. All job related Arrowhead communication should come from the domain @arrowheadpharma.com.
Founded in 1989
Pasadena, California, USA
690 employees
56% recommend to a friend
91% CEO approval
Traffic Signals
Monthly Visitors
61.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
49.2%
Direct
38%
Referral
9.5%
Social
1.9%
Paid
1.3%
Headcount Trend
Current headcount: ~699
Funding
Total Funding
$2.4B
Last Raise
$200M
Post IPO Debt, 2 months ago
Funding History
- Jan 2026Post IPO Equity • $200M
- Jan 2026Post IPO Debt • $625M
- Nov 2024Post IPO Equity • $325M