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 therapies as single agents and as part of combination regimens to treat a range of solid tumors. For more information, visit www.crescentbiopharma.com and follow the Company on LinkedIn and X.
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
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.
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Skills Required
- 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
- Experience developing communications for employees, executives, investors, analysts, media, and external stakeholders
- Working knowledge of public-company communications and investor relations deliverables, including earnings materials, corporate presentations, press releases, key messages, and Q&A documents
- Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation-development skills
- Ability to translate scientific, clinical, and business information into concise, audience-appropriate content
- Project-management and operational skills coordinating executive content, meetings, events, vendors, timelines, and stakeholders
- Strong judgment, discretion, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy
- Collaborative and proactive working style with the ability to influence across functions and organizational levels
- Familiarity with corporate websites, social media platforms, content calendars, media monitoring, and investor relationship management tools
- Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience
What We Do
Crescent Biopharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to advancing the next wave of transformative therapies for cancer patients. The company focuses on developing high-impact cancer medicines, including its lead program, CR-001 (a PD-1 x VEGF bispecific antibody), and a portfolio of novel antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) designed to treat a range of solid tumors.
