Director of Corporate Communications

1 month ago

Cambridge, United States KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Full time
About KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global pharmaceutical company whose mission is to develop and deliver life-changing, oral medicines for people affected by rare diseases with significant unmet need. Sebetralstat, our novel, investigational candidate for the oral, on-demand treatment of hereditary angioedema, is under regulatory review by the U.S. FDA with a PDUFA goal date of June 17, 2025. In addition, we have completed marketing authorization application (MAA) submissions for sebetralstat to the European Medicines Agency as well as the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Australia and Singapore, and we anticipate filing a MAA in Japan in late 2024.

For more information about KalVista, please visit www.kalvista.com or follow on social media at @KalVista and LinkedIn.

About the role:

KalVista is seeking a Director of Corporate Communications to join our Corporate Affairs Team to create and launch a strategic corporate communications program on a global scale. This is a high-visibility position and will play a critical role in leading significant external and internal communications as the Company prepares for the potential of its first commercial launch in 2025.

The ideal candidate is an independent and flexible professional who can effectively design and execute on a purposeful strategy for communications, convene and drive alignment across diverse cross-functional teams, and manage key deliverables to conclusion on time and on budget. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, cross-functional, and mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Partner with the VP of Corporate Affairs in creating and driving KalVista's corporate identity to strengthen the company brand among internal and external audiences
  • Co-lead the development and dissemination of internal and external communications including press releases, corporate announcements, and other materials to effectively communicate company news, corporate milestones, and other notable achievements
  • Craft compelling public messaging that aligns seamlessly with our outreach strategy, preparing for major company milestones, and ensuring synchronization with investor relations communications
  • Oversee the ongoing evolution of KalVista's website and lead the company's social media channel strategy
  • Build and enhance relationships with external media outlets including news, business, and industry trade publications, with both traditional and digital media; garner local, regional and national coverage of KalVista to meet objectives
  • Evaluate, develop, design, and execute opportunistic public relations and social media strategies through competitive research; set, track, and report key metrics that demonstrate the impact of communications strategies and tactics throughout the year
  • Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer insights to identify public relations opportunities and potential risks
  • Manage external vendors including public relations agency of record
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in a relevant area of disciple: Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field. Advanced degree a plus
  • 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related role in a publicly traded pharmaceutical or biotechnology company
  • Proven comprehension of the biotechnology industry and ability to articulate complex scientific concepts simply and persuasively to enable broad understanding and engagement
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing successful corporate communications strategies and campaigns that enhance brand reputation and align with business objectives
  • Experience managing digital and social media platforms, with a strong understanding of how to leverage these channels for corporate communication and brand building
  • Proven competency in building and maintaining relationships with media, and other internal and external constituents
  • Communication - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex scientific and medical information into clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences
  • Strategic Thinking - Ability to anticipate issues, develop creative solutions, and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Collaborative - Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams, offering strategic guidance to ensure all communications strategies align with the overall corporate mission and values
  • Leadership - Demonstrated track record of leadership with the ability to effectively manage vendors, prioritize projects, and meet deadlines
  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information


KalVista is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Important Notice to Third-Party Recruiters & Staffing Agencies:

The current job openings advertised on this website are for the sole purpose of candidates to apply directly. Unsolicited and anonymous CVs submitted in any manner to KalVista employees, including to employee personal e-mail accounts, are considered to be the property of KalVista and will not qualify for a fee to be paid. Referral fees will only be payable where KalVista has agreed with an agency to work on a specific appointment, and then only in conjunction with a fully-executed contract for service.

If any Agency representative contacts a KalVista Hiring Manager or company employee, other than a member of the KalVista Talent Acquisition team, to solicit an appointment to engage on a job opening, that Agency will not be considered for that specific job opening or future opportunities with KalVista.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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