Associate Director, Corporate Communications

Taiho Oncology, Inc.; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 186,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Taiho Oncology, Inc. in Princeton, NJ is seeking an Associate Director of Corporate Communications to lead internal and external communications that support our oncology mission and strengthen the company's brand.

This role balances strategy and hands-on execution, owning campaigns, managing channels, and guiding brand storytelling with cross-functional partners. A BA/BS and 8+ years in pharma comms are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of corporate communications experience in pharma/biotech or life sciences.
• Strong writing and editing across channels.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships across functions and levels.
• Proven project management and multi-project oversight.
• Self-motivated with accountability and initiative.
• Experience in digital communications, analytics, and websites.
• Branding guidance and collaboration with external agencies.
• Ability to work within compliance and use AI responsibly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external corporate communications strategies that support business goals.
• Write and edit corporate materials: social posts, press releases, town hall content, etc.; coordinate branding assets with external partners.
• Manage channels, branding, and asset updates; oversee content with external creatives.
• Create patient and employee stories with internal and external partners.
• Lead projects from planning through execution; manage timelines and stakeholders.
• Build relationships across functions; act as communications partner.
• Manage editorial calendar and coordinate with agencies for timely delivery.
• Oversee content for social media and company website; analyze performance.
• Plan and execute company-wide town halls and employee events.
• Develop content for global internal newsletter and internal digital signage.
• Manage corporate awards program and budgeting; oversee processes and approvals.

Skills

Writing & editing

Corporate communications

Project management

Branding & visual communications

Digital communications

Stakeholder collaboration

AI in communications

MS Office / PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, English or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

CMS (Content Management System)

Social media analytics tools

Job description

Looking for a chance to make a meaningful difference in the oncology space? Taiho Oncology is on a mission: to improve the lives of patients with cancer, their families, and caregivers. Our “People first” approach means we also highly value our employees, who work relentlessly to help execute our mission. Taiho’s success is founded on ensuring we always act with accountability, collaboration, and trust. By following these guiding principles, we earn and maintain the confidence of patients, the global healthcare community, collaborators and partners, and each other. Together, we are working on cutting‑edge science and growing our portfolio and pipeline across a range of tumor types to address the ongoing and evolving needs of patients. Advanced technology, a world‑class clinical development organization, and state‑of‑the‑art facilities: these and other resources empower us to innovate and touch the lives of more and more patients. It’s our work, our passion, and our legacy. We invite you to join us.

Hybrid: 3‑days per week on‑site

Employee Value Proposition

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to and continuously strengthen a unified internal and external corporate communications function. The individual will have meaningful ownership of communications programs and will work closely with colleagues across the organization to build trusted relationships and deliver high‑quality communications that support the company’s business objectives.

Position Summary

The Associate Director, Corporate Communications, is responsible for developing and executing internal and external communications that support the company’s strategic goals and strengthen Taiho Oncology’s brand and reputation. This highly collaborative and hands‑on role requires an individual who can move effectively between strategy and execution, take ownership of projects from concept through completion, and build strong working relationships across the organization. The Associate Director will create compelling content and communications campaigns, manage key corporate communications channels, and contribute to the effective execution of the company’s corporate communications strategy.

Performance Objectives

• Support the development and execution of corporate messaging and internal and external communications strategies and programs that advance business objectives, strengthen the company’s brand and reputation, and support employee engagement.
• Develop, write and edit high‑quality corporate communications materials, including social media posts, website articles, press releases, fact sheets, talking points, thought leadership content, internal communications, presentations, town hall content and other materials as needed. Manage the development of branded corporate communications materials and support corporate photography and videography initiatives in partnership with external creative resources, ensuring alignment with established brand standards. Own updates to the corporate presentation and maintain brand guidelines, templates and approved branded assets for use across the organization.
• Support the development of patient and employee stories, working with internal and external partners to create compelling content for use across corporate communications channels.
• Take ownership of assigned communications projects from planning through execution, proactively managing timelines, stakeholders and deliverables and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Build and maintain strong, productive working relationships across functions and levels of the organization, serving as a responsive and solution‑oriented communications partner.
• Manage the editorial calendar for internal and external communications, coordinating across channels and with agency partners to ensure accurate, timely and effective execution.
• Manage content development and approval workflows for corporate social media channels and the company website, including project management of website updates and initiatives. Monitor social media performance and engagement metrics to help inform content planning and optimization.
• Support the planning and execution of company‑wide town halls and other employee communications events, including content development and stakeholder coordination.
• Develop and repurpose content for the global internal newsletter, working with stakeholders to identify relevant stories and ensure timely delivery.
• Manage content for internal digital signage, working cross‑functionally to establish and maintain an effective content process that ensures communications are relevant to employees, succinct, on‑brand and up to date.
• Manage the corporate awards program, including developing the annual plan, identifying appropriate opportunities, preparing compelling submissions that showcase the company’s mission and culture, and managing the program within budget.
• Effectively manage established Corporate Communications processes and workflows, including contracts, agency and vendor management, budgets, PRC submissions and other approvals. Establish new processes as needed to support specific communications activities.

Education/Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in journalism, public relations, communications, English or a related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• 8+ years of relevant communications experience, including substantial corporate communications experience within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company, healthcare organization or life sciences communications agency.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including strong writing and editing capabilities and the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling and audience‑appropriate content across a range of channels and formats.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, productive working relationships and collaborate effectively across functions and levels of an organization.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, budgets, stakeholders, priorities and external partners simultaneously.
• Proactive and accountable, with the ability to take ownership of assignments, work independently, exercise sound judgment and follow through on commitments.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to respond appropriately to changing priorities, feedback and time‑sensitive communications needs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality and timely execution.
• Experience in digital communications, including social media, analytics, websites and content management systems.
• Strong understanding of branding, visual communications and design principles, with demonstrated ability to provide thoughtful direction and feedback to external creative partners and ensure adherence to established brand standards.
• Ability to work effectively within established processes and compliance requirements while exercising initiative within the scope of the role.
• Ability to effectively and responsibly use AI and other emerging technologies to enhance productivity, create efficiencies and support high‑quality communications work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $186,150 - $219,000 annually. This pay range is based on the market range for positions of this type. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including annual bonus/incentive comp plans, potential long term incentive plan, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate/employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at‑will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

#Location-Princeton,NJ

Equal Opportunity Employer Information:

Taiho Oncology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs an accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process, please email [e-mail]. Taiho Oncology also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with our obligations under the law. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The incumbent in this position may be required to perform other duties, as assigned.