Senior Director, Corporate Communications

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers.  The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) Inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins, and RAS Companion Inhibitors for use in combination treatment strategies. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding Revolutionaries in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.

The Opportunity:

The Senior Director, Corporate Communications is a dynamic, experienced leader who will shape and elevate our corporate brand and narrative, build visibility and trust across key audiences, and support our company’s growth trajectory. Reporting to the Executive Director, Head of Communications, this individual will lead (primarily external) corporate communications strategies, develop high-impact content, and serve as a critical business partner to leaders and functions across the organization.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic communications: lead the development and execution of integrated corporate communications strategies that advance the Revolution Medicines’ brand and reputation, and position the company as the industry leader in RAS-driven oncology.

• Corporate brand and narrative: craft a compelling narrative and messaging to convey the company’s mission, scientific and operational capabilities, and culture to a diverse set of stakeholders.

• Executive visibility: partner with senior leadership to develop thought leadership platforms and executive communications, including speeches, media interviews, op-eds, and conference participation.

• Media relations: serve as primary corporate media contact; develop proactive and reactive media strategies, cultivate journalist relationships, and oversee press materials and outreach efforts.

• Digital and social media: oversee corporate social media channels and digital content strategy to ensure alignment with broader communications goals.

• Public company disclosures: partner with Investor Relations to support public disclosures, including earnings announcements, investor events, and business development/partnership related communications.

• Issues management: support communications planning and responses related to corporate developments, data readouts, regulatory milestones, patient access and other sensitive issues.

• Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): partner with Investor Relations to design and implement compelling ESG/CSR programs and communications to drive performance, engagement, and impact. 

• Agency management: direct relationships with PR and digital agencies; ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

This high-profile role requires a strategic thinker with executive presence, exceptional writing skills, and a visionary approach to bringing a company’s brand to life. Experience should include public company PR and media relations, digital and social media, and a deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry.

• Minimum of 17 years of progressive experience in corporate communications in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry or related PR agency, with significant experience at a publicly traded company.

• Direct experience launching or relaunching a company’s brand and narrative to various stakeholders.

• Exceptional collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively within the department and across the enterprise to drive and scale communications strategies.

• Ability to influence and advise leadership in both communications and business settings.

• Strong understanding of the U.S. healthcare space and the technical side of the business, including U.S. regulatory policy, R&D, pricing, and access.

• Deep understanding of the biotech landscape, particularly oncology, clinical development, and public company communications requirements.

• Ability to turn complex ideas into stories easily understood by a broad audience.

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information and situations.

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills; ability to engage with and persuade a wide variety of audiences.

• Demonstrated skill in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and in successfully positioning the company with the media to achieve high-impact placements.

• Proven track record of working in a fast-paced, dynamic and highly regulated environment.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and messaging skills.

• Experience driving public company disclosures, including earnings announcements, media/investor days, and SEC-regulated communications.

• Crisis and issues management experience.

• Skilled in managing agencies, budgets, and project timelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in a communications-related or scientific field.

Preferred Skills:

• While this role is primarily externally focused, some internal communications experience is preferred.

• Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) experience is a plus.

• Advanced degree preferred.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $236,000 to $295,000 for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the salary for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.

Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.

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