Director, Corporate Communications Operations Hybrid

Boston, MA, United States

Director, Corporate Communications Operations Hybrid page is loaded Director, Corporate Communications Operations Hybrid Apply locations Boston, MA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ-22417 Job Description

General/Position Summary

The Director, Corporate Communications Operations is a role that champions functional and cross-functional operations and program excellence across the Corporate Communications organization. The incumbent is expected to apply deep subject matter expertise in communications and operations management to lead and identify opportunities, shape objectives and drive execution of key functional and applicable corporate objectives. The incumbent will focus on achieving simplification in approaches to how the function operates, drives the broader team to execute with excellence & provide an exceptional level of client service to partners & key stakeholders across Vertex.

This is a Hybrid position that requires three days onsite per week in our Boston office.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Contribute and advise on broader Communications department strategies and goals, including long-range planning and prioritization

Oversee annual Corporate Communications budget, including planning cycle with internal stakeholders & finance partners to ensure budget is maintained throughout annual calendar year

Manage all US-based external contracts, vendor contracting & outsourced initiatives to resource workflow appropriately across internal function and agency partners

Establish functional metrics, set KPIs to measure performance against priorities and drive a process to leverage data to help team members leverage data to take action & inform decisions

Facilitate content planning to focus functional efforts on key goals, leveraging KPIs to ensure created content has desired impact and increases stakeholder satisfaction

Drive communication within Corporate Communications function and cross-functionally with stakeholders on program planning topics including timelines, status, risks and issues

Proactively identify roadblocks and/or constraints impacting strategic imperatives or project execution and lead the team through scenario planning activities

Lead or support key cross-team and cross-functional projects as they arise with oversight and project management

Partner with governance forums, stakeholders, and team lead(s) to align strategy, goals and milestones with corporate objectives; facilitate reporting of corporate goals to appropriate governance forums

Determine approach and stakeholders for cross-functional decision-making and issue resolution

Propose innovative approaches, define functional process improvements, and advise stakeholders on opportunities to optimize project results

Leverage engagement survey feedback to establish functional team operating norms, team development and training, and annual offsite planning

Manage direct reports responsible for day-day communications activities, developmental goals and mentor junior staff through application of subject matter expertise

Required Education Level

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or related field

Required Experience

Typically requires 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Knowledge/Skills

Advanced knowledge of project management principles, options analysis, strategic planning, business case generation, finance and resource management

Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams & initiatives with an ability to influence teams to prioritize activities and allocate resources

Highly effective presentation, written and oral communication skills, and demonstrated strong ability in building cross-functional relationships

Organizational skills, an ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills to effectively interact with internal or external stakeholders at all levels in the organization

General business management knowledge to assess the impact of project decisions on financial and functional objectives

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Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:

1. Hybrid : work remotely up to two days per week; or select

2. On-Site : work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

Help Us Achieve Our Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has approved medicines that treat the underlying causes of multiple chronic, life-shortening genetic diseases — cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia — and continues to advance clinical and research programs in these diseases. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including APOL1-mediated kidney disease, acute and neuropathic pain, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1 and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency .

Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 14 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit www.vrtx.com  or follow us on Facebook , Twitter/X ,  LinkedIn ,  YouTube  and  Instagram .

The diversity and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique, and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation together, and change people’s lives.

Our vision is clear: to be the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come, to stay, and do their best work.

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