Manager, Corporate Affairs, Media Relations (US - Remote)

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Manager, Corporate Affairs, Media RelationsWhat you will doIn this role, you will be an integral part of Amgen’s global media relations team. The Manager, Corporate Affairs, Media Relations will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operations of our dynamic media relations team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a hard-working team, harnessing your operational expertise to support Amgen’s biggest news. To achieve their goals, the Manager will collaborate with numerous internal cross-functional teams, agency partners, and vendors.This position reports directly to the Executive Director, Corporate Affairs, Enterprise Media Relations, operating as a self-starter while working on a collaborative and impactful four-member team. This position can sit remotely in the U.S. and does not need to be based in Thousand Oaks, CA.In this role, you will need to:Support the global media relations team in day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth functioning and coordination of activitiesSupervise Corporate Affairs material review process and system to ensure compliance with company standards and regulations, including maintaining training programDistribution of all Amgen global press releasesPrepare media monitoring comprehensive reports around key company newsManage contracts and relationships with enterprise media vendors; assess and recommend new vendors and opportunities for considerationManage enterprise sponsorshipsWork closely with a wide variety of teams within Corporate Affairs and cross-functionallyLead enterprise media relations metrics reportingDevelopment of executive briefing materials as neededManage media team budget, purchase orders, and invoicesIdentify and assess emerging industry trends, earned media outlets, and communication technologies to ensure Amgen remains at the forefront of media relations best practicesDirect public relations agency partners to assure maximum impact and assistance in achieving communications goals and objectivesMaintain and regularly update media team's journalist databaseHave established relationships with reporters and understanding the basics of media pitching and engagementWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek has these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate DegreeOrMaster’s degree and 2 years of public relations, communications, or journalism experienceOrBachelor’s degree and 4 years of public relations, communications, or journalism experienceOrAssociates degree and 8 years of public relations, communication, or journalism experienceOrHigh school diploma/GED and 10 years of public relations, communications, or journalism experiencePreferred Qualifications:5+ experience within public relations and/or communicationsClose attention to detail, collaborative spirit, and commitment to operational excellenceExcellent interpersonal skills; enthusiastic teammate and self-starter; serious commitment to hard work and excellenceBiotechnology and/or pharmaceutical communications experienceExcellent consulting, writing, editing, presentation, and communication skillsWorking knowledge of healthcare journalists and outletsFamiliarity with media monitoring and analytics tools and platformsAbility to interface professionally with corporate leaders and managersExperience working at or managing public relations agency partners and vendor relationshipsAbility to think quickly, analytically, and creatively to accommodate a dynamic environmentWhat you can expect from usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plansFlexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possibleApply nowfor a career that defies imagination. Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.comAmgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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