Director, Corporate Affairs, Global Media Relations

OverviewJoin Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients. At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our mission to serve patients living with serious illnesses drives all that we do. Since 1980, we've helped pioneer biotech in the fight against the world's toughest diseases. With focus on Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.PositionDirector, Corporate Affairs, Global Media RelationsWhat You Will DoIn this role you will be at the forefront of Amgen's biggest news as a company spokesperson and media strategist on the global relations team. The Director, Corporate Affairs, Enterprise Media Relations will be responsible for driving the reputation of Amgen and our priority products, pipeline and functions.This position reports to the Global Media Relations Executive Director, Corporate Affairs, operating as a self-starter while working on a collaboration and impactful six-member team. This position can sit remotely in the U.S. and does not need to be based in Thousand Oaks, CA.Lead the development and execution of global media relations strategies, including proactive outreach to secure impactful media coverage for Amgen's products, late-stage pipeline candidates, and corporate milestones aligned to business needs.Support crisis communications and rapid response to emerging media inquiries, ensuring timely, accurate, and strategic communication.Serve as a company spokesperson, demonstrating poise, credibility, and confidence under pressure.Partner with executive leadership to create compelling narratives, talking points, media briefings, and profile opportunities for global audiences.Have a data-driven approach to media relations, leveraging analytics and new technologies including AI in communication to optimize outreach and impact.Maintain and expand strong relationships with key reporters and editors across top-tier, trade, and emerging media outlets, ensuring coverage across topics from clinical data and regulatory milestones to executive profiles.Provide strategic direction and oversight to PR agency partners to maximize global media impact.Track real-time media trends and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership to inform decision-making.Collaborate closely with internal teams including Investor Relations, Law, and Commercial to maintain message consistency and protect corporate reputation.Travel as needed to major conferences, events, and Amgen sites globally, and conduct deskside briefings with media.What We Expect Of YouWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Corporate Affairs professional we seek will meet or exceed these qualifications.Basic QualificationsDoctorate degree and 4 years of communications or public relations experienceOr Masters degree and 7 years of communications or public relations experienceOr Bachelors degree and 9 years of communications or public relations experiencePreferred Qualifications10-15 years of experience in communications with majority of time focused on media relationsProven track record leading media relations efforts in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry, including experience pitching late-stage pipeline candidates and marketed products.Deep network of trusted media contacts with a history of securing high-value coverage across diverse story types.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft concise, compelling content under tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail.Skilled in navigating complex, matrixed organizations and building consensus across functions and geographies.Strategic problem solver with the confidence to recommend courses of action and the humility to seek counsel when needed.Proactive learner, with curiosity for new media outlets, trends, and storytelling formats.Understanding of global media practices and nuances with news media ex-USAbility to prioritize resources and effectively communicate to senior leadershipKnowledge of social media and digital communications skills with attention to detail; polished, poised presenterWhat You Can Expect Of UsAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we/'ll support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save toward retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities. This may include:A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plansFlexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possibleApply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.Application deadlineAmgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-25