Associate Director, Executive Communications

Illumina•San Diego, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. As a strategic communications lead, you will collaborate with internal and external partners to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate strategic communications, employee engagements, thought leadership opportunities and create strategies that support enterprise activations on behalf of Illumina. You will develop a deep understanding of the organization and leverage your understanding of industry trends to shape stories that convey the company’s priorities, values, and strategy. This role will manage a variety of internal and external communication channels to effectively engage employees and key stakeholders, in partnership with our public relations, regional communications, and social media teams. You should have outstanding leadership, organizational and project management skills with superior written and verbal communication. Position Summary: Writes, edits and prepares strategic thought-leadership communications between senior and executive leaders, back to the organization, its employees, and our external audiences. Utilizes various communication tools to keep employees informed and motivated. Executes against the plan for delivering content through omni-channel communications delivery vehicles (e.g., intranet, email, social media). Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
15+ years of experience in corporate communications, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record of developing and executing successful communications strategies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with a variety of internal and external communication channels.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
Experience working in a multinational organization.
Knowledge of digital marketing and social media best practices.

Responsibilities

Writes, edits and prepares strategic thought-leadership communications between senior and executive leaders, back to the organization, its employees, and our external audiences.
Utilizes various communication tools to keep employees informed and motivated.
Executes against the plan for delivering content through omni-channel communications delivery vehicles (e.g., intranet, email, social media).