Global Media & Issues Communications Director

USA - 3310 Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 333,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Cambridge, MA seeks a Sr. Director of Media & Issues to define and advance Takeda's brand globally through enterprise media relations and crisis communications.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, this leader builds governance, capabilities and readiness, partnering with Legal, Investor Relations, Public Affairs and senior leaders worldwide to protect and enhance reputation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field.
• 15 years in communications and media relations.
• Experience leading enterprise media relations in global orgs.
• Deep media relationships with top-tier outlets.
• Experience with crisis and issues management in pharma.
• Ability to advise senior leaders and influence cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead Takeda's global enterprise media relations strategy.
• Develop issues and crisis communications capability across the organization.
• Establish Centers of Excellence for media and issues.
• Lead a global team of communications professionals.
• Advise executives and align with enterprise priorities.

Skills

Global media relations

Executive presence

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field

Job description

Takeda in Cambridge, MA seeks a Sr. Director of Media & Issues to define and advance Takeda's brand globally through enterprise media relations and crisis communications.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, this leader builds governance, capabilities and readiness, partnering with Legal, Investor Relations, Public Affairs and senior leaders worldwide to protect and enhance reputation.