Director, Business Development Communications - Princeton, United States - Bristol-Myers Squibb

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Verified Company

Princeton, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department.

From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity.

Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Enterprise Executive & Business Communications, the Director, Business Development Communications, is responsible for strategy and execution of internal and external communications related to corporate partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions (M&A), and other critical deals and events that drive the Bristol Myers Squibb company strategy, growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Leads development and execution of an integrated, multichannel communications strategy to elevate the company's strategy and business development approach, achievements and partnerships, internally and externally
Partners closely with company's strategy and business development team to develop communications strategy and approaches that advance company strategy and team's priorities
Maintains detailed knowledge and understanding of company's strategy and business development, and awareness of larger Corporate Communications plans and objectives
Identifies, develops, and supports unique storylines, content, and thoughtleadership opportunities relative to business development that advance BMS's company growth and innovation narratives.
Develops communications strategies, approaches, and materials for partnerships, deals, and other announcements, and liaises with partner companies on supporting plans, tactics and timing
Oversees business development newsflow
Partners with Media Relations team to build and strengthen relationships with key members of the business and M&A media and other market influencers
Monitors and analyzes impact of business development communications externally; and maintains uptodate information on relative topics that could impact the business and its business development strategy
Develops and fosters collaborative relationships across corporate, R&D, and financial Corporate Affairs teams to ensure strategic alignment and drive effective, cohesive, and complementary communications in support of broader BMS company objectives
Supports internal communications, including executive communications, to maximize visibility of BMS's business development strategy.
Stays abreast of trends and best practices in business development communications across the life sciences industry.
Supports issues management preparedness, strategy, and response for corporate issues related to business development.
Oversees management of agency partners and corresponding budgets
Leads, manages, and supports team members, promoting a highperformance culture aligned with business goals, emphasizing accountability for results, and fostering career development opportunities

Qualifications & Experience

Approximately 10 years of experience in corporate, M&A and/or financial communications in a large organization or agency setting
Experience in the life sciences or healthcare industries preferred, or a combination of education and professional experience that would provide an equivalent career foundation
Ability to interact effectively with colleagues and counterparts at all levels of the company, both within the Corporate Communications team and across the larger matrixed organization
Ability to effectively counsel senior leaders
Exceptional collaborative and teambuilding skills
Superior written, verbal, editing, and interpersonal communications skills
Strong research and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail
Ability to learn the business quickly and excel in a fastpaced, challenging environment
Selfdirected with proven ability to meet tight deadlines and balance multiple initiatives with competing priorities
Proficiency with digital communications and effective use of social media platforms
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in communications or related field

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers

On-site Protocol
BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs.

The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these