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Ipsen · 8 hours ago

Associate Director, Community Communications Lead

Ipsen is a company focused on enhancing patient experience through effective communication and community engagement. The Associate Director, Community Communications Lead will drive collaborative interactions and manage the company's ambassador program while engaging with patient communities and enhancing Ipsen's reputation in North America.

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalProduct Research

Responsibilities

Lead appropriate interactions with patients opted in to the company’s ambassador program—a platform for experience storytelling (includes representing Ipsen externally, managing interactions compliantly and ensuring relevant content)
Manage a coordinated approach with the patient community and Ipsen—leading with both empathy and a full understanding of the company’s role in the health ecosystem (includes proactive and reactive outreach, leading with transparency and listening to learn)
Chair the charitable giving and employee match programs in the United States, with cross functional partners, following program criteria
Develop strategic programs to engage and empower audiences through thought leadership and partner programs with the Corporate Affairs team
Fully execute the requirements of the company’s volunteer program in North America
Facilitate the development of materials, including internal review processes. Knowledge of industry norms for material reviews is a must
Work cross-functionally to grow and refine Ipsen’s reputation in North America as it relates to stakeholder engagement
Liaise and partner with U.S. business units and global colleagues across Corporate Affairs

Qualification

External communicationsPatient advocacy experienceIntegrated marketing communicationsRegulatory compliance knowledgeWriting skillsLeadership skillsCollaboration skillsCreative thinkingDetail-orientedSelf-starter

Required

Minimum 10 years' experience with external communications; biotech/pharmaceutical product public relations background required
Minimum 3 years' experience working with patient advocacy organizations
Past experience in integrated marketing communications and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders, including PAOs
Ability to prioritize and execute plans with creativity and compassion
Excellent writing skills in all formats—business communication and social media—and able to construct and produce visual content
Understanding of regulatory and compliance environments in the United States
Individual should be a self-starter, detail-oriented, demonstrate strong self-awareness and have a proven track record of strong collaboration
Bachelor's degree is required; journalism or communications-related discipline preferred

Preferred

MBA or advanced degree is a plus, but not required

Benefits

401(k) with company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Parental leave
Paid time off
Discretionary winter shutdown
Well-being allowance
Commuter benefits

Company

Ipsen is a global specialty-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on innovation and specialty care.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$574.72M
2025-03-19Post Ipo Debt· $545.59M
2017-11-20Post Ipo Equity· $29.13M
2005-12-16IPO

Leadership Team

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David Loew
Chief Executive Officer
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Josep Catlla
Executive Vice President & Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Ipsen
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