Corporate Communications Manager

About PPD:

We are vital links between an idea for a new medicine and the people who need it. We are the people of PPD — thousands of employees in locations worldwide connected by tenacity and passion for our purpose: to improve health. You will be joining a truly collaborative and winning culture as we strive to bend the time and cost curve of delivering life-saving therapies to patients.

About the Department:

Our colleagues in corporate communications strive for excellence in every task, at every moment. We are game changers seeking innovative ways to inform and engage employees around the globe.

About the Position:

The corporate communications manager develops and delivers strategic and tactical communications initiatives for PPD executives and their respective teams.

About our Culture, Career Advancement and Benefits:

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and well-being of our employees.

Job Description:

The Corporate Communication Manager supports corporate-wide communications efforts, develops executive messaging and helps plan employee outreach events for leaders. Specific duties will include:Writing and editing company-wide communicationsWorking with communications and marketing to develop internal communications in support of new programsProducing content for company’s intranet, including news articles, opinion pieces, videos, infographics, etc.Applying creativity to develop new approaches, methods and designs for internal communicationsParticipating in planning, communications and content development for corporate events Developing talking points, scripts and/or PowerPoint presentations for company leadersLeading work streams and projects, coordinating the efforts of others and influencing outcomes to meet departmental standards and advance company objectivesWorking with highly confidential information, adhering to company and department policies and SEC and AP guidelines

About PPD:

We are vital links between an idea for a new medicine and the people who need it. We are the people of PPD — thousands of employees in locations worldwide connected by tenacity and passion for our purpose: to improve health. You will be joining a truly collaborative and winning culture as we strive to bend the time and cost curve of delivering life-saving therapies to patients.

About the Department:

Our colleagues in corporate communications strive for excellence in every task, at every moment. We are game changers seeking innovative ways to inform and engage employees around the globe.

About the Position:

The corporate communications manager develops and delivers strategic and tactical communications initiatives for PPD executives and their respective teams.

About our Culture, Career Advancement and Benefits:

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and well-being of our employees.

Job Description:

The Corporate Communication Manager supports corporate-wide communications efforts, develops executive messaging and helps plan employee outreach events for leaders. Specific duties will include:Writing and editing company-wide communicationsWorking with communications and marketing to develop internal communications in support of new programsProducing content for company’s intranet, including news articles, opinion pieces, videos, infographics, etc.Applying creativity to develop new approaches, methods and designs for internal communicationsParticipating in planning, communications and content development for corporate events Developing talking points, scripts and/or PowerPoint presentations for company leadersLeading work streams and projects, coordinating the efforts of others and influencing outcomes to meet departmental standards and advance company objectivesWorking with highly confidential information, adhering to company and department policies and SEC and AP guidelines

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification; degree in communications, public relations or journalism preferred.

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8 years’ in communications or marketing, with experience in some or all of the following areas: internal communications, external communications, Web content, media relations, corporate positioning and branding and integrated communications/marketing programs) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong written and verbal communications skillsUnderstanding and experience in applying AP guidelinesProven planning, organizational and project management skillsAbility to work independently, sound judgment and decision making

Strong experience in corporate brand and product positioningAbility to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with a quality productExperience in SharePoint / intranet content development and managementDemonstrated attention to detailProven ability to work with senior leadersAbility to negotiate outcomes with management and external vendorsAbility to consistently work well with othersProficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop Working Environment:

PPD values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. May require occasional travel (<10%)

PPD Defining Principles:

- We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust -

We are game changers – We do the right thing - We are one PPD

If our five principles above resonate with you and ultimately you wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we’d love to hear from you.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification; degree in communications, public relations or journalism preferred.

Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8 years’ in communications or marketing, with experience in some or all of the following areas: internal communications, external communications, Web content, media relations, corporate positioning and branding and integrated communications/marketing programs) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong written and verbal communications skillsUnderstanding and experience in applying AP guidelinesProven planning, organizational and project management skillsAbility to work independently, sound judgment and decision making

Strong experience in corporate brand and product positioningAbility to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with a quality productExperience in SharePoint / intranet content development and managementDemonstrated attention to detailProven ability to work with senior leadersAbility to negotiate outcomes with management and external vendorsAbility to consistently work well with othersProficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop Working Environment:

PPD values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities. May require occasional travel (<10%)

PPD Defining Principles:

- We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust -

We are game changers – We do the right thing - We are one PPD

If our five principles above resonate with you and ultimately you wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we’d love to hear from you.