Director, Communications- Allergan Aesthetics

Purpose
- Elevate Allergan Aesthetics’ reputation with consumers, HCPs, and trade/consumer media through an integrated communications strategy.

Essential Job Functions
- Serve as a strategic business partner in developing communications plans that advance business priorities and reputation goals.
- Identify compelling story angles and creative narratives.
- Build deep understanding of the aesthetics market, peer landscape, and media environment.
- Lead media relations strategy development and execution.
- Balance immediate needs with long-term business and communications objectives; provide sound judgment.
- Anticipate challenges early; solve problems proactively and advise cross-functional partners with creative, compliant communications counsel.
- Develop key messages and deliver effective written, verbal, and executive-level communications.
- Provide steady counsel and strategic direction in high-pressure/crisis situations.
- Strengthen internal collaboration and coordinate with international communications counterparts for alignment and local relevance.
- Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
- Excellent oral and written communication.
- Strong project management/accountability for multiple deliverables.
- Creative self-starter; proactive deadline management.
- Works autonomously with excellent judgment; maintains confidentiality.
- Ability to influence/persuade and collaborate.
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, public relations, journalism, or related field (or equivalent) and 10+ years of progressive experience.
- Healthcare company or other regulated industry experience preferred.
- Quick learner; collaborative team member; curious thinker.

Benefits (as stated)
- Paid time off; medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Eligible for long-term incentive programs.