Director, Corporate Communications

RXinsider LTD.; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 170,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) is seeking a Director of Corporate Communications to lead internal and external messaging for our global commercial organization. The role reports to the Senior Director, Executive Communications and partners across the company to drive strategic campaigns and measurable outcomes.

The director will craft narratives for the CRO and senior leaders, energize the sales force, and advance BD’s commercial priorities across regions and business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required – preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field; Advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum of 12 years relevant professional corporate communications experience with substantial experience working in internal/external communications for a publicly traded health care company, highly regulated industry, or major global brand
• Proven ability to develop and execute internal communications strategies, create business-aligned content and deliver measurable outcomes across multiple channels
• Strong executive presence with a track record of influencing senior leadership, managing cross-functional programs and thriving in a matrixed organization
• Exceptional writing, presentation and storytelling skills; adept at crafting strategic narratives and managing sensitive information with discretion
• Willingness to challenge and present alternative options for consideration

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic advisor to CRO, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across internal channels – including town halls, leadership videos, presentations, talking points, Q&A, and engagement initiatives – to drive alignment and inspire action
• Lead the development and execution of strategic internal communications plans to drive associate engagement and understanding of commercial priorities, initiatives, and tools and technologies that enable the sales organization to drive growth
• Implement and oversee internal communications vehicles that reach the sales force directly, bringing a creative lens to developing innovative content strategies that keep communications dynamic and engaging
• Support the development of strategic customer-facing content that highlights BD’s breadth and depth, ensuring all messaging is appropriately aligned to the current commercial narrative
• Serve as liaison between Revenue Office leadership and Corporate Communications to ensure alignment, sharing of best practices and appropriate inclusion of content within companywide communications
• Establish mechanisms for monitoring and measuring the value, impact and outcome of communication initiatives, and proactively adjust approach as needed based on metrics
• Design creative approaches to bring modern communications styles into the corporate setting

Skills

Executive presence

Storytelling

Communications strategy

Leadership in matrixed org

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

As a Director of Corporate Communications, this individual will lead the development of a communications strategy that connects, enables and empowers BD’s commercial organization.

This role serves as a strategic communications advisor to BD’s Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), a member of BD’s Executive Leadership Team. The director will lead the development and execution of communications strategies that empower BD’s global commercial organization and reinforce our commitment to commercial excellence. As part of the CRO’s leadership team, this individual will develop and deliver narratives that drive engagement across BD business units, regions and customer-focused functions designed to accelerate BD’s performance edge and enable revenue growth. The director will have experience in commercial message development and lead a robust internal communications strategy that energizes the sales force around BD’s focus on operational and commercial execution, while enhancing understanding of the tools and technologies that enable accelerated business performance.

This individual will report to the Senior Director, Executive Communications, and will closely partner with colleagues across the company to develop measurable plans, campaigns and content that aligns with strategic business priorities and advance BD’s commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic advisor to CRO, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across internal channels – including town halls, leadership videos, presentations, talking points, Q&A, and engagement initiatives – to drive alignment and inspire action
• Lead the development and execution of strategic internal communications plans to drive associate engagement and understanding of commercial priorities, initiatives, and tools and technologies that enable the sales organization to drive growth
• Implement and oversee internal communications vehicles that reach the sales force directly, bringing a creative lens to developing innovative content strategies that keep communications dynamic and engaging
• Support the development of strategic customer-facing content that highlights BD’s breadth and depth, ensuring all messaging is appropriately aligned to the current commercial narrative
• Serve as liaison between Revenue Office leadership and Corporate Communications to ensure alignment, sharing of best practices and appropriate inclusion of content within companywide communications
• Establish mechanisms for monitoring and measuring the value, impact and outcome of communication initiatives, and proactively adjust approach as needed based on metrics
• Design creative approaches to bring modern communications styles into the corporate setting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required – preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field; Advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum of 12 years relevant professional corporate communications experience with substantial experience working in internal/external communications for a publicly traded health care company, highly regulated industry, or major global brand
• Proven ability to develop and execute internal communications strategies, create business-aligned content and deliver measurable outcomes across multiple channels
• Strong executive presence with a track record of influencing senior leadership, managing cross-functional programs and thriving in a matrixed organization
• Exceptional writing, presentation and storytelling skills; adept at crafting strategic narratives and managing sensitive information with discretion
• Willingness to challenge and present alternative options for consideration

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable and learn and improve every day. You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Benefits

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:

• Annual Bonus
• Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus

Health and Well-being Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Hospital Care Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Long-term care with life insurance

Other Well-being Resources

• Anxiety management program
• Wellness incentives
• Sleep improvement program
• Diabetes management program
• Virtual physical therapy
• Emotional/mental health support programs
• Weight management programs
• Gastrointestinal health program
• Substance use management program
• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit

Retirement and Financial Well-being

• BD 401(k) Plan
• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Financial counseling
• Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
• Daily Pay
• College financial aid and application guidance

Life Balance Programs

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
• MetLife Legal Plan
• Group auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Discounts on products and services
• Academic Achievement Scholarship
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employer matching donation
• Workplace accommodations

Other Life Balance Programs

• Adoption assistance
• Backup day care and eldercare
• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes

Leave Programs

• Bereavement leaves
• Military leave
• Personal leave
• Family and Medical Leave (FML)
• Jury and Witness Duty Leave

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates—their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$169,700.00 - $305,700.00 USD Annual