Executive Director, Communications

Role Summary

Executive Director, Communications to design, build, and lead the company’s integrated communications strategy. This role will serve as the architect of Kymera’s internal and external voice, developing a cohesive narrative that reflects the company’s scientific vision, clinical progress, corporate strategy, and culture. The role reports to the CFO and partners closely with the CEO and Executive Team, serving as a senior advisor on all communications matters and ensuring alignment across employees, investors, media, patients, partners, and the broader scientific community. It encompasses end-to-end ownership of narrative development, media relations, digital and social strategy, executive visibility, investor messaging with IR, and internal communications.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end ownership of narrative development across internal and external communications
• Media relations, digital and social strategy, and executive visibility
• Investor messaging in collaboration with Investor Relations
• Internal communications and management of the company’s communications infrastructure
• Oversee Kymera’s corporate website and drive content strategy across digital channels
• Manage the external communications agency and guide disclosure planning for milestones (data readouts, regulatory events, conferences)
• Collaborate with Medical Affairs on scientific and patient-facing content
• Internal cross-functional partnerships to reinforce values and culture
• Direct management of a communications team member; set departmental goals, measure performance, and oversee budget

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, ideally in biotechnology or the broader life sciences industry
• Proven experience leading both internal and external communications, including digital and social strategy, media relations, and executive visibility
• Track record of success partnering closely with senior leadership and investor relations in a public company environment
• Experience supporting communications for clinical data readouts, scientific conferences, and regulatory milestones
• Ability to translate complex science and data into compelling and accessible content for diverse audiences
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset and the ability to operate both at a high level and hands-on
• Prior experience managing vendors and agencies; budget management experience required
• Demonstrated experience managing teams and coaching senior leaders on communications best practices

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in communications, journalism, or life sciences a plus