Job Description

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, Corporate Communications:

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic communicator to help drive and execute the internal communications strategy for our global organization, which includes ~3,000 employees worldwide. 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 Officer. The Director of Corporate Communications will play a pivotal role in shaping and cultivating a positive workplace culture, aligning it with the organization's brand, and ensuring that employees have a meaningful and engaging experience throughout their journey with the company.

The individual in this role will work closely with colleagues across BioMarin, including other members of the Corporate Affairs team, cross-functional leaders and the People team. Key responsibilities include a combination of strategic planning, leadership and communications skills.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

• Lead internal communication initiatives across BioMarin to ensure consistent and transparent messaging to employees, fostering a strong connection to the organization’s brand and values.
• Represent Corporate Communications on cross-functional internal workstreams and project teams and support change management for enterprise initiatives.
• Support communications needs for the People team to shape/align communications with our corporate narrative and messages.
• Partner with the head of I&D to support communication strategies for the company’s Employee Resource Groups (key awareness days, review branding initiatives).
• Support internal and external speaking engagements for the Chief People Officer by creating content, providing preparation, and offering feedback aligned with the leader’s objectives.
• Plan and execute events and activities that contribute to a positive and engaging employee experience, such as supporting BioMarin’s employee engagement programs, including all hands events, Rare Disease Day, ribbon cuttings and other special events throughout year.
• Develop and ensure accuracy of corporate assets, including employee, patient and product photos and videos, company slide decks, the corporate narrative and BioMarin fact sheet in collaboration with the broader Corporate Communications team.
• Evaluate and submit for external recognitions/awards across scientific innovation, inclusion and employer of choice categories.
• Partner with the Product Communications, Digital Storytelling and Advocacy teams to support cross-functional initiatives and foster strong collaboration.
• Help establish and mobilize a network of “champions” at BioMarin sites around the world to participate in company-wide events and to seek to ensure that engagement initiatives.
• Create toolkits and messaging to support senior leaders in addressing key business initiatives and updates (i.e. earnings, key data readouts).
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions and tools that enhance communication and the overall employee experience.
• Build relationships with Corporate Affairs colleagues around the world to share best practices and content.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 7-10 years in corporate communications, preferably in-house
• 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.

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