Sr Director, Corporate Communications

Overview

Bio-Rad Laboratories is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as Senior Director of Corporate Communications
. In this newly created role you will centralize and elevate Bio-Rad's global communications function, shaping and executing a proactive, comprehensive internal and external communications function that inspires employees, strengthens stakeholder trust, and fosters a deep sense of pride and belonging across our global organization.

You will define and deliver an enterprise-wide communications strategy and process that clearly articulates Bio-Rad's purpose, values, and identity through consistent and impactful narratives. Finally, you will collaborate closely with senior business leaders, agency partners, and global teams to ensure messaging is aligned, engaging, and adaptable to a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Internal Communications

• Define and lead the global internal communications vision and strategy to ensure alignment with Bio-Rad's mission, values, and priorities.
• Develop and execute messaging that supports clarity, change adoption, inclusion, and brand positioning-integrating new employees into Bio-Rad's culture.
• Collaborate with Business Groups and Functional leaders to ensure managers are equipped to deliver consistent, impactful communications on critical initiatives and priorities.
• Create compelling stories that connect employees to company goals, ensuring accessibility across multiple channels, including digital platforms, intranet, and on-site.
• Embed communication strategies into key business initiatives, organizational changes, and transformation efforts.

• Advise and support the Executive Leadership Team and senior leaders to enhance visibility, align teams, and amplify Bio-Rad s culture and business objectives.
• Create executive communications, including presentations, internal messages, videos, posts, and event scripts and maintain an editorial calendar for leadership communications.
• Oversee, prep, plan internal events such as town halls, ELT leadership forums, and key company-wide meetings.
• Partner with risk management to lead timely, clear, and consistent internal communications during incidents, prioritizing employee well-being and operational continuity.

• Develop and oversee proactive public relations strategies, building strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to elevate Bio-Rad's reputation.
• Partner with Investor Relations to ensure consistent and strategic messaging across all external channels.
• Lead external crisis communication planning and execution to safeguard the company s brand and reputation during critical events.

Skills & Qualifications

• 15+ years leading internal and external communications functions, preferably within the life sciences sector and in a global context.
• Strong executive presence and influence skills with a track record of partnering with senior leaders.
• Proven ability to develop and inspire high-performing teams.
• Prior experience in healthcare preferred or related industries.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise-level communications strategy, planning, and execution.
• Proven experience coaching senior leaders, shaping their voice, and creating messaging that inspires and aligns global teams.
• Ability to distill complex topics into clear, compelling narratives tailored for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated success in leading high-performing, cross-functional, and global teams.
• Proficiency in communicating through organizational transformations, sensitive events, and high-stakes moments.
• Ability to leverage employee engagement metrics and feedback to inform strategy and measure impact.

At Bio-Rad, we re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad s robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee s…