Director, Corporate Communications

Role Summary

Director of Corporate Communications to elevate Arrowhead’s reputation and visibility while supporting product launches within the broader corporate narrative. Reports to the Global Head of Marketing and Sales and shapes the company’s corporate presence through strategy, storytelling, and cross-functional collaboration. Must translate complex scientific and business narratives into clear messages for diverse audiences in a fast-paced, regulated environment. This role is based in Pasadena, California, with an expectation to be in the office five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Execution: Design and deliver comprehensive communication strategies that advance Arrowhead’s corporate reputation and support key initiatives, including the launch of plozasiran and broader pipeline milestones.
• Corporate and Digital Presence: Lead the strategy, management, and evolution of Arrowhead’s global website and social media platforms to ensure consistent, impactful brand storytelling.
• Content Development: Craft high-quality written materials—including company narratives, executive communications, press releases, social content, op-eds, and presentations—that align with Arrowhead’s voice and objectives.
• Agency Oversight: Direct and collaborate with external communications partners to ensure the delivery of high-caliber, on-brand work that drives measurable impact.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Investor Relations, HR, Marketing, Medical, Legal, and other internal teams to align corporate messaging across all touchpoints.
• Operational Excellence: Support effective budget management and resource allocation for communications programs and agency engagements.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
• Required: 10 years of progressively responsible experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related fields—preferably within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry.
• Required: Proven ability to develop and implement integrated communications strategies that advance corporate reputation and support business goals.
• Required: Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with experience crafting content for senior executives, media, and digital channels.
• Required: Demonstrated success managing media outreach, developing press materials, and preparing leaders for interviews and speaking engagements.
• Required: Strong understanding of corporate digital strategy, including website management, social media, and content optimization.
• Required: Ability to effectively partner across departments such as Investor Relations, Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Legal to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Required: Experience leading teams or agency partners, managing budgets, and delivering results under tight deadlines.
• Required: Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance considerations in healthcare communications, with sound judgment in sensitive or high-profile situations.
• Required: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s in Communications, or related field).
• Preferred: Experience developing corporate branding, thought leadership, and executive visibility programs.
• Preferred: Demonstrated success supporting product launches or scientific communications in the life sciences sector.
• Preferred: Background in crisis or issues management, with the ability to counsel senior leaders on reputation-sensitive topics.
• Preferred: Familiarity with investor and financial communications, including message alignment between communications and IR functions.
• Preferred: Understanding of global communications practices and experience managing multi-market campaigns.
• Preferred: Passion for science-driven storytelling and an interest in Arrowhead’s mission to advance RNAi-based therapeutics.

Additional Requirements

• Travel approximately 10-15%.