Senior Manager, Corporate Communications & Investor Relations

Crescent Biopharma; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Equity participation

100% employer-paid benefits package

Flexible PTO

Two company shutdowns each year

Professional development

Job summary

Crescent Biopharma seeks a Senior Manager, Corporate Communications & Investor Relations to connect employees to our mission, strategy, and culture while shaping external storytelling and investor engagements. The role blends internal and external communications with investor-facing responsibilities and requires translating complex scientific and business information for diverse audiences.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer with strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, business, finance, life sciences or a related field.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, internal communications, investor relations, public relations or a related function; biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience developing clear, high-quality communications for employees, executives, investors, analysts, media and other external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of public-company communications and investor relations deliverables, including earnings materials, corporate presentations, press releases, key message, and Q&A documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal communications strategy and connect employees to Crescent’s mission and culture.
• Own events and meetings, including content for presentations and logistics.
• Draft internal communications for announcements and intranet.
• Support integrated campaigns across company channels and extend stories to audiences.
• Support corporate social media with content calendars and pipeline messaging.
• Coordinate external communications, including presentations, press releases, and Q&A materials.
• Prepare briefing materials for investor and analyst meetings and conferences.
• Maintain IR databases, investor targeting lists and analytics.
• Monitor market and media activity and generate summaries and insights.
• Perform other communications and IR responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Internal communications

Investor relations

Public relations

Excellent writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Job description

Crescent Biopharma’s vision is to build a world leading oncology company bringing the next wave of therapies for cancer patients. The Company’s clinical-stage pipeline includes its lead program, a PD-1 x VEGF bispecific antibody, as well as novel antibody-drug conjugates. By leveraging multiple modalities and established targets, Crescent aims to rapidly advance potentially transformative therapiesas single agentsand as part of combination regimens to treat a range of solid tumors. For more information, visitwww.crescentbiopharma.comand follow the Company onLinkedInandX.

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Communications & Investor Relations to join our team. In this blended role, your work will span internal communications, external communications and investor relations.You will help connect employees to Crescent’s mission, vision, strategy and culture; support external storytelling and corporate channels; and contribute to the development and execution of investor-facing engagements and materials. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and highly organized operator who can translate complex scientific and business information into clear, compelling communications for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Help lead Crescent’s internal communications strategy, connecting employees to the Company’s mission, vision, strategy and culture, partnering with the HR Team.
• Own communications and end-to-end coordination for all-company meetings and various events, including developing content for presentations and managing logistics; support community engagement and volunteerism opportunities.
• Draft internal communications materials for company announcements, executive messages and content for company Intranet.
• Support execution of integrated communications campaigns across Company channels and identify opportunities to thoughtfully extend stories across internal and external audiences.
• Support Crescent’s corporate social media presence, including editorial planning, content development and content calendars that highlight the Company’s pipeline, people, culture and patient-focused mission.
• Assist with management of the corporate website and other digital communications channels, helping ensure content is accurate, current and aligned with corporate messaging.
• Support the development of external communications, including corporate presentations, press releases, key messages and Q&A materials.
• Coordinate logistics and prepare briefing materials for investor and analyst meetings, conference participation and other external engagements.
• Coordinate investor inquiries and maintain IR contact databases, investor targeting lists and analytics.
• Conduct competitive intelligence across the peer group and maintain regular monitoring reports.
• Monitor sell-side research notes, media coverage, industry and peer-company news and social media activity; prepare regular summaries, reporting and insights.
• Perform other communications and investor relations responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, business, finance, life sciences or a related field.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, internal communications, investor relations, public relations or a related function; biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience developing clear, high-quality communications for employees, executives, investors, analysts, media and other external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of public-company communications and investor relations deliverables, including earnings materials, corporate presentations, press releases, key message, and Q&A documents.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation-development skills, with the ability to translate scientific, clinical, and business information into concise, audience-appropriate content.
• Demonstrated project-management and operational skills, including the ability to coordinate executive content, company meetings, external events, vendors, timelines and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
• Collaborative and proactive working style, with the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organization while managing competing priorities.
• Familiarity with corporate websites, social media platforms, content calendars, media monitoring and investor relationship management tools is preferred.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a mission-driven team where you'll contribute to impactful work, take on varied responsibilities, and grow quickly in a dynamic environment
• Competitive compensation, including base salary, performance bonus, and equity
• 100% employer-paid benefits package
• Flexible PTO
• Two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year
• A commitment to your professional development, with access to resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $170,000 to $190,000. The final salary offered will depend on several factors, which may include, but is not limited to relevant years of experience, educational background, and geography. Additional Description for Pay Transparency: The final salary offered will depend on several factors, which may include, but is not limited to relevant years of experience, educational background, and geography. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation – Unlimited PTO; Sick time – 10 days per calendar year; Holiday pay, including two Company shut downs; Parental Leave – 16 weeks within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child; FMLA; Military Leave. Additional information can be found https://www.crescentbiopharma.com/careers/#benefits.

Please note:

Crescent Biopharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Please note, Crescent does not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies or recruiters. Submission of a resume without a prior written agreement does not create any express or implied contract between Crescent and the agency. Crescent will not pay any fees related to unsolicited resumes.