To achieve their goals, the Manager will collaborate with numerous internal cross-functional teams, agency partners and vendors. This position reports directly to the Executive Director, External Engagement, operating as a self-starter while working on a collaborative and impactful team. This position can sit remotely in the U.S. and does not need to be based in Thousand Oaks, CA. East Coast working hours are preferred.
Responsibilities
Support the media relations, social media and digital communications teams in day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth coordination of activities across external engagement
Supervise the Corporate Affairs material review process and system to ensure compliance with company standards and regulations, including maintaining the training program
Distribute Amgen global press releases
Prepare comprehensive media, social and digital monitoring and performance reports around key company news and campaigns
Manage contracts and relationships with external engagement vendors across media, social and digital; assess and recommend new vendors and opportunities for consideration
Work closely with a wide variety of teams within Corporate Affairs and cross-functionally
Lead integrated external engagement metrics and reporting across media, social and digital channels
Develop executive briefing materials and integrated external engagement plans as needed
Manage the external engagement budget, purchase orders and invoices
Identify and assess emerging industry trends, earned media outlets, social platforms and digital communication technologies to ensure Amgen remains at the forefront of external engagement best practices
Direct public relations, social media and digital agency partners to maximize impact and help achieve external communications goals and objectives
Maintain and regularly update the media team’s journalist database and other external engagement contact and channel resources
Support media pitching and engagement, social media publishing and community management, and digital content coordination
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The highly organized professional we seek is a collaborative and proactive communications operations leader with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree
OR
Master’s degree and 2 years of public relations and/or communications and/or journalism experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of public relations and/or communications and/or journalism experience
OR
Associate’s degree and 8 years of public relations and/or communications and/or journalism experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 10 years of public relations and/or communications and/or journalism experience
Preferred Qualifications
Five plus years of experience in public relations, social media, digital communications and/or corporate communications
Close attention to detail, collaborative spirit and commitment to operational excellence
Excellent interpersonal skills; enthusiastic teammate and self-starter; serious commitment to hard work and excellence
Biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical communications experience
Excellent consulting, writing, editing, presentation and communication skills
Working knowledge of healthcare media, social platforms and digital communications channels
Familiarity with media monitoring, social listening, digital publishing and analytics tools and platforms
Ability to interface professionally with corporate leaders and managers
Experience working at or managing public relations, social media or digital agency partners and vendor relationships
Ability to think quickly, analytically and creatively to accommodate a dynamic environment
What you can expect from us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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