Senior Manager of Corporate Communications

4 weeks ago


Pasadena, California, United States Xencor Full time
Job Title: Senior Manager of Corporate Communications

Xencor is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing high-potential therapeutics for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager of Corporate Communications to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Senior Manager of Corporate Communications will be responsible for supporting the company's overall business image, strategies, and objectives through internal and external communications tasks. This role will contribute to departmental projects and activities, ensuring effective communication with external and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of a strategic communications program that expands and enhances the company's reputation and builds greater awareness and alignment with external and internal stakeholders.
  • Inform and update employees on corporate strategy, operating goals, and other updates, improving information flow and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Partner with department leaders to support their communications needs, including scientific/medical presentation development and review.
Content Development and Channel Management:
  • Develop corporate content, including press releases, scripts, website content, Q&A documentation, and presentations.
  • Manage external website, social media platforms, employee intranet, town hall meetings, and internal newsletter, including drafting content and coordinating with contributors.
  • Apply brand guidance for the creation of Xencor-branded materials and ensure compliance.
Broad Communications Support:
  • Support day-to-day activities, events, and special projects of the Corporate Communications and Investor Relations and Corporate Strategy departments, coordinating schedules and preparing background materials for spokespeople.
  • Maintain investor relations and public disclosure databases.
  • Support employee engagement activities in partnership with Human Resources.
  • Oversee media monitoring and reviews news sources for competitive information, industry trends, and strategic opportunities.
  • Adhere to all department and company-wide policies regarding conduct, performance, and procedures.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, biology, or other scientific field, communications, journalism, advertising/public relations, or related field.
  • At least 6 years of communications experience in a corporate and/or agency setting within the biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to translate scientific and medical information into clear, compelling messages and copy.
  • Strong understanding of the correlation between business strategy and communications.
  • Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization and with external constituencies.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Exceptional project management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, WordPress, and social media platforms.
  • Prior experience with graphic design is a plus.
  • Ability to work after hours, including weekends as needed.
  • Ability to travel to investor/medical/scientific conferences, as needed.
Physical, Mental, and Environment Demands:

The physical, mental, and working environment demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this position. The physical demands of the office are normally associated with extended amounts of time sitting and using office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, and mouse, which can cause muscle strain. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. Periodic light lifting of supplies and materials may apply.

Specific mental demands for the position are listed above under requirements. In addition, mental demands for this position include:

  • Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, including the ability to perform multiple duties from multiple sources.
  • Ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and/or interruptions.
  • Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals, including vendors, customers, and clients.
  • Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
  • Ability to understand, remember, and follow verbal and written instructions.

Occasional travel may be required, including travel between Xencor's Pasadena and San Diego offices. Work for this position is generally performed at Xencor's worksite and requires full-time commitment.

Expected Base Salary Range: $144,000 - $168,250 The actual salary will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications, including skills, competencies, education, and experience. Xencor offers a competitive total rewards package, including 401k match, healthcare coverage, ESPP, and a broad range of other benefits. In addition, this position will be eligible for an annual bonus and equity grant. For more information, please see Xencor requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated means that at least two weeks have passed since an individual's final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. New employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination status as of their start date unless an exemption or accommodation is approved.

The Company will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Xencor does not accept profiles or resumes from recruiting vendors without a binding written agreement. Any unsolicited submission of services and/or resumes in no way creates an obligation or duty by Xencor, implied or otherwise.



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