Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life.
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The Senior Manager / Director of Communications will be responsible for developing and executing a global communications strategy for Altos.
This communications leader will develop, lead, and execute key communications activities that promote and enhance Altos’ mission, science, and values across 3 global sites through various communication channels and initiatives. This role will support scientific and company communications primarily internally and will work closely with the Head of Communications (VP Strategic Partnerships) and an external communications agency.
The Senior Manager / Director will partner with the Executive Committee, leaders, and scientists across Altos to help build a culture of deep collaboration, mission focus and positive impact.
Competencies and Capabilities
- Strategic and creative leader with a focus on results and impact; able to make decisions in a dynamic environment and anticipate future needs
- Able to multitask across strategic initiatives and operational execution in a complex and dynamic environment
- Executive skills and presence to partner effectively with senior leaders
- Excellent and influential communicator with especially strong written communication skills
- Demonstrated judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including the ability to effectively manage dynamic situations with adaptability and resilience
- Effective stakeholder manager and collaborator with a focus on generosity and respect
- Confident and skilled to establish the credibility and respect of colleagues and team members
- Energetic, flexible, and proactive
- Lead and execute Altos’ global internal communications strategy and initiatives
- Develop internal company communications materials, including written communications from senior leaders, presentations and digital content to drive strong employee engagement and culture
- Lead a global community of content owners and partners across Altos to drive strong alignment and coordination of communications, identify compelling original stories and ensure the overall quality of information and branding across all channels including our intranet
- Partner with executives and leaders to develop and deliver company town hall events and all hands meetings
- Partner with the People Team to drive strong employee engagement and participate in developing our Altos culture
Minimum Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive experience managing corporate and scientific communications in a biotech or pharma setting
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a science-related field is highly desired.
- Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior leadership
- Proficiency with software to support effective communications (e.g., canva, video editing, smartsheet, etc)
- Experience as an internal communications advisor to senior management / leadership
- Superior leadership and management skills: the ability to influence and engage indirect reports and peers
Preferred Qualifications:
- An advanced degree is preferred.
- Familiarity with our intranet platform (Interact, Storyblok) is preferred
The salary range for Redwood City, CA:
- Senior Manager, Communications: $219,300 - $296,700
- Director, Communications: $254,150 - $343,850
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Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
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