Who We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Corporate Groups
It takes a village, and at BioMarin our corporate groups are the people behind our success. Groups such as IT, Finance, Legal, Global Compliance & Ethics, and our People Team provide foundational support of all areas of operation at BioMarin.
Director, Leadership Communications
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic communicator to play a critical role in shaping and delivering integrated executive communications that advance BioMarin’s scientific and business priorities. Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Communications, the individual will be part of the Corporate Communications team under the Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Affairs & Patient Advocacy Officer. The Director of Leadership Communications will play a pivotal role in shaping and cultivating both internal and external communications for BioMarin’s Chief R&D Officer, Chief Technical Officer and Chief Business Officer.
Working closely with the broader Corporate Affairs team, and cross-functional partners, including Chiefs of Staff, this role is responsible for developing and executing a long-term, integrated messaging and engagement strategy for BioMarin senior leaders across channels, including investor and media engagements, BioMarin.com, social media and internal forums.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and execute a comprehensive communications strategy supporting R&D, Technical Operations (TOPS) and Business Development, spanning executive visibility, thought leadership, internal communications, and key engagement forums.
- Drive alignment to enterprise strategy by harmonizing functional messaging with enterprise priorities and ensuring clarity and consistency across leadership communications.
- Strengthen BioMarin’s external profile by positioning executives at relevant industry and external events, elevating the company’s leadership in rare diseases and scientific innovation.
- Enable leaders to engage and inspire their organizations through a consistent cadence of all-hands meetings, internal communications, and team activations.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing strategic counsel on messaging, positioning, and audience engagement.
- Develop clear, concise, and impactful executive communications materials, including speeches, presentations, emails, and social content.
- Support internal and external speaking engagements end-to-end, including content development, preparation, and feedback aligned to leader objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional partners across the enterprise.
- Continuously evolve communications approaches by introducing new ideas, formats, and channels to better reach and engage employees and external stakeholders.
A strong candidate for this role will bring:
- Proven experience in executive and/or corporate communications in pharma/biotech or related industry.
- Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific and business concepts into clear, compelling narratives.
- Strong executive presence and judgment, with the ability to influence and advise senior leaders with confidence and discretion.
- A strategic mindset paired with a hands-on approach to execution, with the ability to operate at both the 30,000-foot and detail-oriented levels.
- Demonstrated ability to drive alignment across complex, matrixed organizations and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience supporting major business milestones, such as transactions, integrations, or pipeline events, with thoughtful and disciplined communications.
- Strong collaboration skills and a track record of building trusted relationships.
Minimum Requirements
- At minimum of 10 years in public relations experience leading corporate or internal communications in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry.
- Sound judgment and superior attention to detail.
- Excellent writer and natural storyteller with outstanding verbal communications skills.
- Track record of building consensus and influence across a complex organization
- Team-oriented work style.
- Demonstrated ability to drive successful internal communications strategies using various channels and tools.
- Experience in executive communications and change management communications strategy and execution.
- Successful issues/crisis management.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or liberal arts.
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Skills Required
- At least 10 years of public relations experience leading corporate or internal communications in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or liberal arts
- Experience in executive communications
- Experience developing and executing change management communications strategies
- Experience driving internal communications strategies using various channels and tools
- Successful issues or crisis management experience
- Exceptional writing and storytelling skills
- Strong verbal communications skills
- Strong executive presence, judgment, and discretion
- Ability to translate complex scientific and business concepts into clear narratives
- Ability to drive consensus and influence across complex, matrixed organizations
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting major business milestones such as transactions, integrations, or pipeline events
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are often characterized as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, along with FSAs/HSAs and an EAP. Feedback suggests these health offerings are consistently regarded as strong and at times "industry best".
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave and time off are described as generous, with structured vacation progression, dedicated sick time, and a company-observed winter break among many holidays. Feedback suggests this breadth of paid time away is a standout element of the total rewards.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is underpinned by a 401(k) savings plan with a company match. Feedback suggests these retirement programs contribute meaningfully to overall compensation value.
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What We Do
Founded in 1997, BioMarin is a global biotechnology company dedicated to transforming lives through genetic discovery. The company develops and commercializes targeted therapies that address the root cause of the genetic conditions that it seeks to treat, helping to better the lives of those struggling with rare genetic disease. BioMarin discoveries have led to eight first or best-in-class commercial treatments and a pipeline of multiple product candidates applying the same science-driven, patient-forward approach to broader group of genetic disorders. The more innovative solutions developed, the more lives BioMarin can impact. Recruitment Fraud Alert Notice Please be aware of fraud or scams from individuals, organizations and/or internet sites claiming to represent BioMarin in recruitment activities. We have an established recruitment process which is required for all posted positions by BioMarin prior to issuing an offer of employment. This BioMarin process requires formal interviews conducted live with personnel representing BioMarin and never requires payments or fees from job applicants. BioMarin does not conduct interviews via texting tools such as RingCentral. In the event you receive a suspicious email message about recruiting on behalf of BioMarin, unless it’s from a BioMarin authorized recruiting partner, do not provide any personal information or pay any fees. Qualified and interested candidates should apply to current openings directly through this BioMarin website. BioMarin accepts no responsibility for any costs or charges incurred as a result of fraudulent activity. If you have lost money or provided your personal identifying information, please contact your bank and report the matter to the FBI via www.ic3.gov. We would also suggest you notify your local police department and monitor your credit. We appreciate your interest in BioMarin & encourage you to visit http://careers.biomarin.com/career-areas to review job opportunities.
