ED, US HP Therapeutic Area Communication

Description

The Executive Director, US HP Therapeutic Area Communications will lead an integrated brand function for US HP, setting the vision and strategy across products and therapeutic areas. This role will serve as a senior Corporate Affairs leader who brings a holistic US perspective spanning brand communications, external environment, policy and government affairs. The position holder will ensure all communications advance business priorities, strengthen reputation and are aligned with US strategy.

The ED, US HP Therapeutic Area Communications will represent US Corporate Affairs perspective on the Human Pharma Leadership Team (HPLT) and sits on the US Corporate Affairs Leadership Team.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides an opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and the opportunity to directly contribute to the company's success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Compensation Data

The base salary range for this role is $140,000 to $222,000. The position may be eligible for a role specific discretionary bonus, relocation, and/or other compensation elements.  We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future.  Actual compensation will be based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. For an overview of our benefits please click here.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets the overall vision, strategy and direct implementation of all aspects of Boehringer’s Product Communications platform for Human Pharma (HP) and is responsible for ensuring such vision, strategy and implementation is aligned to HP business priorities
• Leads all brand and therapeutic area communications for HP and is responsible/accountable for the development of team aligned to HP therapeutic areas.
• Brings a holistic Corporate Affairs perspective, integrating communications with policy, government affairs and external engagement strategies.
• Works seamlessly with HP marketing teams to oversee brand-specific communication strategies and plans to raise awareness of Boehringer products, as well as drive engagement and conversion
• Builds and leverages relationships with key external influencers to positively position Boehringer including media, community leaders, influencers, trade associations, patients, potential employees, among others. 
• Ensures alignment and strong collaboration with the global communications team.  
• Establishes the vision and develop the public relations strategy for all US HP-branded products, including pipeline products and clinical trials.
• Builds strong relationships with marketing, medical, and sales leadership to ensure strategic alignment and deliver well-aligned PR strategies that grow market opportunities, market share and sales.
• Oversees the execution of a well-coordinated public relations approach that aligns with global strategies.
• Accountable for HP product-specific issues/crisis communications as well as the rapid response process to maintain business momentum and protect the reputation of the company.
• Oversees all HP-related internal and external brand and therapeutic area communications, including employee announcements, company communications, news and press releases, publication of company newsletters, and media materials and works closely with the Digital Center of Excellence to inform digital channels.
• Responsible for ensuring utilization of official corporate branding and all subsequent governance and usage by the HP business.
• Advises and recommends appropriate courses of action to the HPLT on communications and public relations matters.
• Prepares and oversees all expenses and headcount budgets, including monthly budget forecasts and annual budgets for the US HP Therapeutic Area Communications team
• Responsible for developing team of communications professionals.
• Ensures that performance opportunities are proactively managed through the Performance Management system and all department employees have current actionable development plans.
• Develops, executes and manages professional growth plans for the team.
• Demonstrates innate situational leadership through the ability to train, upgrade and inspire an organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Fifteen (15) years’ experience in healthcare public relations and/or corporate communications.
• Ten-plus (10+) years management experience with track record of growing and developing teams of at least seven to ten (7-10) employees.
• Two-plus (2+) years working in a corporate environment.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of corporate affairs, including corporate internal and external communications, media relations, CSR, and government affairs, in addition to pharmaceutical marketing and the ability to link that knowledge to impacting business objectives.
• Experience gaining alignment on communications strategy with key internal stakeholders and driving execution.
• Experience building a clear corporate position and integrating it into all points of contact for key audiences.
• Firm grasp on external environment and customer expectations, how this impacts on the business and approach to understanding how to deliver innovative solutions and strategies for the business.
• Proven track record as Communications or Marketing Strategist consulting senior executives and CEOs.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence key internal stakeholders.
• Ability to strategically manage internal and external resources holistically for effective and efficient delivery of functional work and across categories within span of control.
• Strong analytical abilities; crisis/issue management leadership; ability to always maintain composure and establish trust as the “voice of reason” for the organization.
• Nuanced interpersonal style and exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to make a compelling case for communications and to engender support for programming, decisions and resources.
• Mature demeanor and an ability to interface credibly with senior US and global leaders.
• Proven track record as trusted counselor to senior executives and CEOs; works effectively with leaders to lead and drive strategic initiatives.
• Builds relationships with key stakeholders and influence outcomes both with and without authority.
• Collaborates with external partners (alliance partners, NGOs, etc.) and leads and influences in ambiguous situations.
• Strategic and innovative thinker and a champion for change; is creative, innovative and flexible.
• Ability to work well under pressure and enjoy a fast-paced, often unpredictable environment.
• Leadership, coaching, and management capabilities; and the highest level of professional and ethical standards.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.