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Job Description
The Sr Manager, Public Affairs will be will be responsible for managing relationships with patient groups and other relevant patient community stakeholders. Develops and implements complex patient engagement strategies and programs aligned with the company’s goals, collaborating with cross-functional teams and drawing upon extensive knowledge of the external environment and patient community needs.
Knowledge:
Strong knowledge and experience working with the media is essential. Strong collaborative and verbal communications skills are necessary, as this position requires frequent interaction with other Gilead departments, senior management, and the media. Must have strong experience with public relations tactics and resources and the relationship of those tactics to other department roles and functions, including marketing, medical affairs and investor relations., Additionally, the Manager must have a strong familiarity with FDA and SEC regulations and the application of those regulations to moderately complex corporate communications. Experience evaluating, selecting and working with external vendors and independently managing timelines and budgets for multiple projects simultaneously. A strong understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry is necessary. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
Specific Education & Experience Requirements:
Typically requires a BA degree in communications, liberal arts, business or science-oriented field and minimum 8 years of relevant experience, which includes 6-8 years of experience specific to this position.
Specific Job Responsibilities:
The Manager is responsible for moderately complex corporate communications and selects product public relations programs within the Public Affairs group. Responsibilities include developing and implementing corporate and/or product media relations strategy to support the company’s positioning within the industry and among its target audiences, drawing upon strong knowledge of communications practices and vehicles and internal company resources. Additionally, the Manager collaborates and regularly participates as a member of cross-functional teams with senior-level colleagues to develop and implement moderately complex strategies and programs to meet the company’s goals. Must be able to examine moderately complex issues from a broader organization perspective, make recommendations to management and determine priorities within the Public Affairs group. In addition to drafting and distributing news releases, presentations and supporting communications materials regularly, with minimal oversight, the Manager will independently present ideas and initiate programs to meet the company’s public relations goals. The Manager will oversee moderately complex projects and budgets for Gilead’s external PR agencies and may oversee execution of projects by other Public Affairs team members. The Manager periodically represents Gilead in interviews with the media and in meetings with other key external audiences, including physicians and patient groups.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, liberal arts, business, or a science-oriented field
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
- 6–8 years of experience specific to public affairs or corporate communications
- Strong knowledge and experience working with the media
- Strong experience with public relations tactics and resources
- Familiarity with FDA and SEC regulations and their application to corporate communications
- Experience evaluating, selecting, and working with external vendors
- Experience independently managing multiple project timelines and budgets
- Strong understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry
- Excellent verbal, written, collaborative, and interpersonal communication skills
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive and fair relative to roles, frequently cited as a standout strength. Feedback suggests compensation compares well within biotech and is a notable reason employees feel valued.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock awards and an employee stock purchase program are consistently described as meaningful parts of total compensation. Equity components are seen as accessible and enhance long‑term wealth building.
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Retirement Support — A strong company 401(k) match with immediate vesting is often singled out as a differentiator. This support is perceived to significantly boost long‑term financial security.
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