Director, Internal Communications

Company Name: Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

Summary

As part of the Corporate Communications team, the Director of Internal Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing internal communication initiatives that foster a connected and passionate workforce of more than 1100 Ions. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Communications, this role will manage one Assistant Director while being a strategic thinker with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, the ability to create inspiring content, and a collaborative approach to storytelling that aligns with our mission and vision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative communications strategies to engage employees across our offices and remote/field locations.
• Work collaboratively and cross-functionally, proactively seeking and developing inspiring and informative stories that highlight our strategic vision, innovative science, industry leadership, and organizational achievements.
• Identify new and improve existing tools (e.g., All Employee Meetings, Teams, SharePoint/IoniSphere, e-mail blast (Ionis Insider)) to enhance employee experience and connectivity that drives business objectives.
• Plan and help execute All Employee Meetings and events, working closely with the CEO.
• Maintain a pulse on the organization to ensure communications are relevant and timely.
• Create and maintain scalable processes that improve company-wide and leader communications, including content and cadence.
• Provide critical strategic and tactical support for change management and leadership announcements at the department level.
• Be a trusted thought partner to leaders at all levels and across all functions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 12 years with a master’s degree; biotech or related industry preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with experience developing key messages and compelling content series across multiple channels.
• Demonstrates effective leadership while managing employee performance.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful communication strategies that engage and inform employees.
• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex scientific and organizational concepts into engaging content.
• Proficiency in SharePoint, email clients, and other internal communication tools.
• Strong analytical skills to utilize insights and data to inform strategies and measure outcomes.
• Ability to manage and allocate budget effectively.

Please visit our website, http://www.ionis.com for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition # IONIS003803.

Ionis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details: Ionis Benefits

Full Benefits Link: https://www.ionis.com/careers/working-at-ionis/#:~:text=our%20employee%20spotlight-,Benefits,-Employees%20are%20rewarded

The pay scale for this position is $182,960 to $249,000.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PRINCIPALS ONLY.

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and all its subsidiaries are proud to be EEO employers.