Bristol-Myers Squibb
Director, Financial & Governance Communications
Bristol-Myers Squibb, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543
Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more:
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.Position SummaryReporting to the Executive Director, Global Media Relations and Financial Communications, the Director, Financial & Governance Communications, devises strategy and leads execution of internal and external communications related to corporate finance and governance that strengthen BMS’s reputation. Responsible for strategic vision, Director, Financial & Governance Communications informs and engages employees, financial, business and investment audiences and influencers, regarding BMS’s financial strength and growth strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelops and executes an integrated, multi-channel communications strategy to elevate the company’s financial profile and inform and engage critical stakeholders in the investor and broader business community about BMS’s mission, vision, values, industry leadership and market performance.
Work closely with Investor Relations and Corporate Communications colleagues to manage key communications aspects of the quarterly results cycle, including preparing and supporting the development of appropriate news releases for distribution across channels, developing executive-level briefing documents containing key messages and Q&As, and coordinating other plans and resources to drive alignment across Bristol Myers Squibb.
Partner with the Corporate Secretary’s office on delivering the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting and prepare senior executives with key messaging.
Maintain detailed and up-to-the moment knowledge and understanding of company’s finance and investment strategies, and awareness of the broader Corporate Communications team’s plans and objectives.
Identifies, develops, and supports unique storylines, content and thought-leadership opportunities relative to BMS’s financial and business achievements that advance the company’s growth and innovation narratives.
Builds and maintains relationships with key members of financial media and provide support for top-tier media engagements.
Develops communications strategies and materials for quarterly earnings, financial announcements and key investor events, including analyst conferences and investor days.
Develops communications strategies and materials for critical governance announcements and reporting, including BMS annual reports and annual shareholders’ meetings.
Develops and fosters collaborative relationships across corporate, commercial, R&D, and financial (including Investor Relations) teams to ensure strategic alignment and drive effective, cohesive and complementary communications in support of broader BMS company objectives.
Stays abreast of trends and best practices in capital markets and new developments in financial and governance communications across the life sciences industry.
Utilizes business intelligence and analytics to make data-driven decisions to inform communications strategies and boost stakeholder audience engagement.
Supports issues management preparedness, strategy, and response for financial issues, including providing input on response approach and company statements.
Manages the Associate Director, Financial & Governance Communications, agency partners, and corresponding budgets to support financial and governance communications efforts.
Key QualificationsMinimum of 10 years of experience in corporate and/or financial communications or investor relations at a large organization, global agency, or publicly traded company, or a combination of education and professional experience that would provide an equivalent career foundation.
Demonstrated financial acumen and experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industries.
Experience working with Investor Relations or other financial communications in a highly regulated environment.
Strong understanding of capital markets, financial reporting regulations and requirements, and corporate governance processes. Proficiency in investor relations matters, including disclosures, earnings and guidance, governance, investor identification, targeting and relationship-building.
Existing relationships with top-tier business and financial media and ability to effectively counsel and staff senior leaders for media interviews and other engagements.
Exceptional collaborative and team-building skills; Ability to interact effectively with colleagues and counterparts at all levels of the company, both within the Corporate Affairs team and across the larger matrix.
Superior written, verbal, editing, and interpersonal communications skills, including hands-on experience writing financially oriented news releases and educational materials.
Strong research and analytical skills; keen attention to detail.
Ability to learn the business quickly and excel in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
Self-directed with proven ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple initiatives with competing priorities.
Proficiency with digital communications and effective use of social media platforms.
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, journalism, English or communications or related field.
LocationPrinceton - NJ – USIf you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.On-site ProtocolBMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to
adastaffingsupport@bms.com
. Visit
careers.bms.com/
eeo
-accessibility
to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information:
https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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careers.bms.com/working-with-us
.Position SummaryReporting to the Executive Director, Global Media Relations and Financial Communications, the Director, Financial & Governance Communications, devises strategy and leads execution of internal and external communications related to corporate finance and governance that strengthen BMS’s reputation. Responsible for strategic vision, Director, Financial & Governance Communications informs and engages employees, financial, business and investment audiences and influencers, regarding BMS’s financial strength and growth strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelops and executes an integrated, multi-channel communications strategy to elevate the company’s financial profile and inform and engage critical stakeholders in the investor and broader business community about BMS’s mission, vision, values, industry leadership and market performance.
Work closely with Investor Relations and Corporate Communications colleagues to manage key communications aspects of the quarterly results cycle, including preparing and supporting the development of appropriate news releases for distribution across channels, developing executive-level briefing documents containing key messages and Q&As, and coordinating other plans and resources to drive alignment across Bristol Myers Squibb.
Partner with the Corporate Secretary’s office on delivering the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting and prepare senior executives with key messaging.
Maintain detailed and up-to-the moment knowledge and understanding of company’s finance and investment strategies, and awareness of the broader Corporate Communications team’s plans and objectives.
Identifies, develops, and supports unique storylines, content and thought-leadership opportunities relative to BMS’s financial and business achievements that advance the company’s growth and innovation narratives.
Builds and maintains relationships with key members of financial media and provide support for top-tier media engagements.
Develops communications strategies and materials for quarterly earnings, financial announcements and key investor events, including analyst conferences and investor days.
Develops communications strategies and materials for critical governance announcements and reporting, including BMS annual reports and annual shareholders’ meetings.
Develops and fosters collaborative relationships across corporate, commercial, R&D, and financial (including Investor Relations) teams to ensure strategic alignment and drive effective, cohesive and complementary communications in support of broader BMS company objectives.
Stays abreast of trends and best practices in capital markets and new developments in financial and governance communications across the life sciences industry.
Utilizes business intelligence and analytics to make data-driven decisions to inform communications strategies and boost stakeholder audience engagement.
Supports issues management preparedness, strategy, and response for financial issues, including providing input on response approach and company statements.
Manages the Associate Director, Financial & Governance Communications, agency partners, and corresponding budgets to support financial and governance communications efforts.
Key QualificationsMinimum of 10 years of experience in corporate and/or financial communications or investor relations at a large organization, global agency, or publicly traded company, or a combination of education and professional experience that would provide an equivalent career foundation.
Demonstrated financial acumen and experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industries.
Experience working with Investor Relations or other financial communications in a highly regulated environment.
Strong understanding of capital markets, financial reporting regulations and requirements, and corporate governance processes. Proficiency in investor relations matters, including disclosures, earnings and guidance, governance, investor identification, targeting and relationship-building.
Existing relationships with top-tier business and financial media and ability to effectively counsel and staff senior leaders for media interviews and other engagements.
Exceptional collaborative and team-building skills; Ability to interact effectively with colleagues and counterparts at all levels of the company, both within the Corporate Affairs team and across the larger matrix.
Superior written, verbal, editing, and interpersonal communications skills, including hands-on experience writing financially oriented news releases and educational materials.
Strong research and analytical skills; keen attention to detail.
Ability to learn the business quickly and excel in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
Self-directed with proven ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple initiatives with competing priorities.
Proficiency with digital communications and effective use of social media platforms.
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, journalism, English or communications or related field.
LocationPrinceton - NJ – USIf you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.On-site ProtocolBMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to
adastaffingsupport@bms.com
. Visit
careers.bms.com/
eeo
-accessibility
to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information:
https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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