Director, Strategic Oncology Communications and Media Relations

If you are a current Jazz employee please apply via the Internal Career site Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.

The Director, Strategic Oncology Communications & Media Relations, will serve as a strategic communications advisor and execution lead with responsibility for: Oncology brand communications – developing brand communications strategies aligned to oncology commercial and pipeline priorities; implementing integrated external and internal communications that enhance Jazz’s reputation through brand public relations, data milestones and disease education communications; and driving thought leadership communications that elevate the reputation of Jazz Oncology Media relations – establishing proactive media relations strategies; building and maintain deep relationships with top-tier and industry media; and serving as trusted advisor to CEO and media spokespeople, providing comprehensive media training and interview coaching Key Responsibilities Strategic Communications Leadership Provide communications counsel to the oncology business, providing guidance to senior leaders across Commercial, R&D, Regulatory, Medical, Government Affairs and Advocacy teams Serve as strategic advisor to CCO, CMO and executive spokespeople for proactive media engagements Execution of Brand Communications Programs Develop and lead external communications strategies for oncology commercial indications and pipeline, including disease education, data and regulatory milestones, and congress visibility Oversee creation and delivery of communications campaigns and materials (press releases, Q&As, key messages, digital content, and briefing documents) for media and other stakeholders Lead communications planning and execution for data announcements, regulatory approvals, lifecycle milestones, and major medical meetings Manage issues communications and provide rapid response support on emerging external matters affecting the oncology business Proactive and Reactive Media Engagement Develop and lead comprehensive media relations strategies aligned with corporate, business, and communications objectives to strengthen Jazz's corporate reputation Drive proactive storytelling that advances Jazz's corporate reputation, scientific leadership, culture, innovation, and patient impact Identify and secure high-impact media opportunities across national, business, healthcare, pharmaceutical, science, and trade outlets Counsel senior executives on media engagement opportunities and challenges, and prepare executives and subject matter experts for interviews Proactive Agency & Budget Management Manage external PR agencies to ensure high-quality delivery of communications programs; oversee associated budgets and resources Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Life Sciences, or related field is required; advanced degree a plus 10-12 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related fields, is required, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry; oncology experience strongly preferred Proven ability to develop and implement strategic communications plans