Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications

Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications

Introduction:

Xencor is a public, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in the Los Angeles area (Pasadena) and in San Diego. Our focus is developing high-potential XmAb® bispecific T-cell engagers and additional engineered drug candidates that leverage our differentiated technology platforms, and we are advancing our pipeline toward clinical proof-of-concept decisions. Our goal is to create high-impact therapeutics for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. More than 20 XmAb drug candidates engineered with our technology are in clinical development, and three XmAb medicines have been marketed by partners. For more information, please visit www.xencor.com. We have an excellent opportunity for a Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications to join our team.

This position will be based out of our Pasadena, California office and is a hybrid position with 4 days a week on site.

Summary:

Responsible for supporting overall business image, strategies and objectives through internal and external communications tasks and contributing to departmental projects and activities.

Job Duties:

Communications Strategy

• Contributes to the design and implementation of a strategic communications program that expands and enhances the company’s reputation and builds greater awareness and alignment with external and internal stakeholders
• Informs and updates employees on corporate strategy, operating goals and other updates, and improves information flow and cross-functional collaboration
• Partners with department leaders to support their communications needs, including scientific/medical presentation development and review

Content Development and Channel Management

• Develops corporate content, including press releases, scripts, website content, Q&A documentation and presentations
• Manages external website, social media platforms, employee intranet, town hall meetings and internal newsletter, including drafting content and coordinating with contributors
• Applies brand guidance for the creation of Xencor-branded materials and ensures compliance

Broad Communications Support

• Supports day-to-day activities, events and special projects of the Corporate Communications and Investor Relations and Corporate Strategy departments, coordinates schedules and prepares background materials for spokespeople
• Maintains investor relations and public disclosure databases
• Supports employee engagement activities in partnership with Human Resources
• Oversees media monitoring and reviews news sources for competitive information, industry trends and strategic opportunities
• Adheres to all department and company-wide policies regarding conduct, performance and procedures
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience/Skills:

Position requires a bachelor’s degree in business, biology or other scientific field, communications, journalism, advertising/public relations, or related field and at least 6 years of communications experience in a corporate and/or agency setting within the biopharmaceutical industry.

Position also requires:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to translate scientific and medical information into clear, compelling messages and copy
• Strong understanding of the correlation between business strategy and communications
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization and with external constituencies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Exceptional project management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, WordPress and social media platforms
• Prior experience with graphic design is a plus
• Ability to work after hours, including weekends as needed
• Ability to travel to investor/medical/scientific conferences, as needed
• Ability to demonstrate competencies applicable for job based on Xencor’s Leadership Competency Model

Physical, Mental and Environment Demands:

The physical, mental and working environment demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this position.

The physical demands of the office are normally associated with extended amounts of time sitting and using office equipment, including a computer, keyboard and mouse, which can cause muscle strain. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. Periodic light lifting of supplies and materials may apply.

Specific mental demands for the position are listed above under requirements.  In addition, mental demands for this position include:

• Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, including the ability to perform multiple duties from multiple sources.
• Ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and/or interruptions.
• Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including vendors, customers and clients.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions.

Occasional travel may be required, including travel between Xencor’s Pasadena and San Diego offices. Work for this position is generally performed at Xencor’s worksite and requires full-time commitment.

Expected Base Salary Range:  $144,000 - $168,250

The actual salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, including skills, competencies, education and experience. Xencor offers a competitive total rewards package including 401k match, healthcare coverage, ESPP and a broad range of other benefits.  In addition, this position will be eligible for an annual bonus and equity grant. For more information, please see https://xencor.com/careers/.

Xencor requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.  Being fully vaccinated means that at least two weeks have passed since an individual’s final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen.  New employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination status as of their start date unless an exemption or accommodation is approved.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

The Company will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact HR@xencor.com.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Xencor does not accept profiles or resumes from recruiting vendors without a binding written agreement. Any unsolicited submission of services and or resumes in no way creates an obligation or duty by Xencor, implied or otherwise.