Site Communications and External Affairs Lead

Welcome to Holly Springs, North Carolina— home to Roche/Genentech's largest-ever investment: a $2B greenfield start-up where next-generation technology, high-performing teams and Operational Excellence converge to create the global standard for high-volume, highly-efficient Drug Product manufacturing.  The facility's core is defined by Innovation - leveraging advanced automation, robotics, digital tools, real-time data analytics, and simple, streamlined processes to produce the highest quality medicines. This plant meets today’s demand for CVRM (Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism) medicines and is scalable to grow with the portfolio, which focuses on next-generation metabolic medicines specifically targeting the global obesity epidemic and Type 2 diabetes.  This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high-level of accountability, with planned launch in 2028.  Are you a problem-solver and change-agent who thrives in a Team environment, eager to tackle the most complex manufacturing challenges? If so, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art facility from the ground-up and shape the culture of our organization for the next generation.  Join us in Holly Springs, where you won't just build a plant—you will build the future of medicine.

As the Site Communications & External Affairs Lead, you will drive the end-to-end communication strategy for both external stakeholders and internal employees. Serving as a key strategic partner to site leadership and Genentech external affairs/public relations teams, you will help to protect and enhance the company's brand externally while fostering an informed, aligned, and highly engaged workplace culture internally. Further, you will collaborate with corporate teams to develop and deploy a strategic, external partnership roadmap for the Holly Springs site to bolster and spread the Genentech culture and brand in North Carolina.  Strategic Public Relations & Media Relations You will design and execute integrated communications strategies to elevate brand visibility, market positioning, and executive thought leadership. You will collaborate with above-site partners and local site leadership to align messaging, serving as the official site spokesperson while equipping leaders for external media, keynote, and panel appearances You will build and maintain ongoing relationships with Genentech external affairs teams to represent the site in national, state and local communities.  Internal Communications & Colleague Engagement You will develop and manage an integrated internal communications strategy that keeps employees informed, aligned, and connected to company mission and goals. You will partner with People & Culture teams to design initiatives, town halls, and campaigns that boost colleague morale, retention, and workplace culture. You will manage key internal channels, including all-hands meetings, company intranet posts, internal newsletters, and employee messaging platforms. You will craft clear executive messages for internal organizational changes, business updates, leadership announcements, and strategic pivots. Public Affairs & Stakeholder Relations You will represent the organization in public forums, industry coalitions, and community outreach efforts. You will coordinate corporate sponsorships, community and educational institution partnerships, and employee volunteer campaigns. Crisis Communications & Issues Management You will ensure full integration between the site communications plan and enterprise crisis management frameworks, working in close collaboration with site partners to execute You will mitigate reputational risks by ensuring clear, aligned messaging during high-stakes situations You will monitor media trends and internal employee sentiment to proactively address potential concerns.

You have a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related