Annexon Biosciences
Vice President/SVP, Corporate Communications
Annexon Biosciences, South San Francisco, California, us, 94083
Work Location
Corporate Headquarters (Brisbane, CA) – Hybrid
Position Summary
Annexon Biosciences is seeking a
Senior Vice President/ Vice President, Corporate Communications
to lead corporate communications including strategy, development, patient advocacy and execution of marketing and communications programs. The Senior VP/VP will develop and lead a strategic vision that strengthens and protects Annexon’s corporate brand. This role will report to the CEO and will play a key role in helping to develop Annexon’s long-term strategic plan.
The SVP/VP of Communications will also serve as a senior advisor to the executive team on emerging industry trends and impact, marketing and communications best practices. The successful candidate will be a visionary storyteller and inspirational leader. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires a highly experienced leader who thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced business environment. Like all Annexon leaders, the SVP/VP Corporate Communications incumbent will have a deep-rooted commitment to serving patients and a passion for transforming the lives of people with serious diseases and their families.
ResponsibilitiesLeads Annexon’s Corporate Communications strategy. Develop and lead Annexon’s strategic corporate communications planning and execution of internal and external communications programs.Translates broad corporate strategies into clear, specific objectives and develops relevant corporate communications strategies and programs.Ensures communications strategy is integrated across all stakeholders and audiences including Executives, leadership team, employees, investors, HCP community, and patient advocacy.Create and deliver programs that will allow Annexon’s Executive and leadership teams to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences, including the media and key influencers.Develop a robust targeting and outreach strategy and plans. Ensure the communications strategy is integrated and consistently messaged to all the organization’s stakeholders.Builds relationships and credibility that strengthens Annexon’s corporate brand and reputation as a leading company within our relevant industry sectors.Engage and educate stakeholders and audiences. Consistently communicates Annexon’s business model, corporate communications strategy and messaging to all audiences.Manages the planning, development and execution of integrated communication programs, product and services including: events, newsletters, Annexon’s external website, media relations and launch activities.Architect core channels, content, and best practices for internal communications to increase awareness, drive engagement and reinforce cultural norms and values.Crystallization of a creative, impactful and visionary corporate communications including key internal and external messaging.Develop high quality content including the use of data and insights to develop content including press releases, planning documents, executive presentations, and website content.Flawlessly execute quarterly earnings communications, conferences, presentations, and visits with institutional investors.Develop and maintain deep knowledge of the biopharma industry including competitors, clients and market dynamics.Key Qualifications15 – 20 years of experience in corporate communications, with at least 10 years experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry sector.Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree is an advantage.Expert presentation skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. A visionary storyteller with experience driving engagement and delivering strategic communications.Ability to develop high quality content including communications plans, presentation materials, and executive content.Able to assess, understand, prepare communications content, and respond to complex scientific and clinical data inquiries.Inspirational and trusted advisor with demonstrated experience designing, implementing and leading world-class corporate communications strategies.Proven relationship building skills and demonstrated ability to earn the trust and confidence of senior leaders.Self-driven/entrepreneurial and resourceful towards getting things done in a small fast-paced company environment.What Annexon OffersDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are important to us. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are essential for the strength of our business.A stimulating and rewarding workplace includes flexible work schedules, remote opportunities and the ability to achieve a work-life balance.We are located in Brisbane, CA, with shuttle service from BART, CalTrain and the Ferry.Annexon offers a competitive base salary and equity participation, employee stock purchase plan, as well as a comprehensive health benefit package.Company Summary
Annexon Biosciences (Nasdaq: ANNX) is a biopharmaceutical company advancing a late-stage clinical platform of novel therapies for people living with devastating classical complement-mediated neuroinflammatory diseases. Annexon’s novel scientific approach targets upstream C1q to block the classical complement inflammatory cascade before it starts. To learn more visit annexonbio.com.
EEO Employer – Annexon highly values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Annexon Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Corporate Headquarters (Brisbane, CA) – Hybrid
Position Summary
Annexon Biosciences is seeking a
Senior Vice President/ Vice President, Corporate Communications
to lead corporate communications including strategy, development, patient advocacy and execution of marketing and communications programs. The Senior VP/VP will develop and lead a strategic vision that strengthens and protects Annexon’s corporate brand. This role will report to the CEO and will play a key role in helping to develop Annexon’s long-term strategic plan.
The SVP/VP of Communications will also serve as a senior advisor to the executive team on emerging industry trends and impact, marketing and communications best practices. The successful candidate will be a visionary storyteller and inspirational leader. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires a highly experienced leader who thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced business environment. Like all Annexon leaders, the SVP/VP Corporate Communications incumbent will have a deep-rooted commitment to serving patients and a passion for transforming the lives of people with serious diseases and their families.
ResponsibilitiesLeads Annexon’s Corporate Communications strategy. Develop and lead Annexon’s strategic corporate communications planning and execution of internal and external communications programs.Translates broad corporate strategies into clear, specific objectives and develops relevant corporate communications strategies and programs.Ensures communications strategy is integrated across all stakeholders and audiences including Executives, leadership team, employees, investors, HCP community, and patient advocacy.Create and deliver programs that will allow Annexon’s Executive and leadership teams to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences, including the media and key influencers.Develop a robust targeting and outreach strategy and plans. Ensure the communications strategy is integrated and consistently messaged to all the organization’s stakeholders.Builds relationships and credibility that strengthens Annexon’s corporate brand and reputation as a leading company within our relevant industry sectors.Engage and educate stakeholders and audiences. Consistently communicates Annexon’s business model, corporate communications strategy and messaging to all audiences.Manages the planning, development and execution of integrated communication programs, product and services including: events, newsletters, Annexon’s external website, media relations and launch activities.Architect core channels, content, and best practices for internal communications to increase awareness, drive engagement and reinforce cultural norms and values.Crystallization of a creative, impactful and visionary corporate communications including key internal and external messaging.Develop high quality content including the use of data and insights to develop content including press releases, planning documents, executive presentations, and website content.Flawlessly execute quarterly earnings communications, conferences, presentations, and visits with institutional investors.Develop and maintain deep knowledge of the biopharma industry including competitors, clients and market dynamics.Key Qualifications15 – 20 years of experience in corporate communications, with at least 10 years experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry sector.Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree is an advantage.Expert presentation skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. A visionary storyteller with experience driving engagement and delivering strategic communications.Ability to develop high quality content including communications plans, presentation materials, and executive content.Able to assess, understand, prepare communications content, and respond to complex scientific and clinical data inquiries.Inspirational and trusted advisor with demonstrated experience designing, implementing and leading world-class corporate communications strategies.Proven relationship building skills and demonstrated ability to earn the trust and confidence of senior leaders.Self-driven/entrepreneurial and resourceful towards getting things done in a small fast-paced company environment.What Annexon OffersDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are important to us. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are essential for the strength of our business.A stimulating and rewarding workplace includes flexible work schedules, remote opportunities and the ability to achieve a work-life balance.We are located in Brisbane, CA, with shuttle service from BART, CalTrain and the Ferry.Annexon offers a competitive base salary and equity participation, employee stock purchase plan, as well as a comprehensive health benefit package.Company Summary
Annexon Biosciences (Nasdaq: ANNX) is a biopharmaceutical company advancing a late-stage clinical platform of novel therapies for people living with devastating classical complement-mediated neuroinflammatory diseases. Annexon’s novel scientific approach targets upstream C1q to block the classical complement inflammatory cascade before it starts. To learn more visit annexonbio.com.
EEO Employer – Annexon highly values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Annexon Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.#J-18808-Ljbffr