Associate Vice President Global Communications Immunology

Location: Indianapolis

** Job Description
** The fast-evolving market and customer demand in immunology requires this role to be focused on accelerating the delivery of bold external communication approaches in immunology, supporting our growth in dermatology, gastroenterology, rheumatology, and allergy. With the potential for multiple products targeting the same disease area and expansion into new areas, this role will be critical to building out our presence so we can reach as many patients as possible.

Immunology will play a pivotal role in accelerating our path to leadership in immunology. This role is accountable for globally setting the communications strategy for the therapeutic area and ensuring strong execution in key markets including the U.S. and IBU (International Business Unit). The AVP/VP will work closely with teams in Through an innovation lens, this role will lead the identification, development, and execution of bold ideas that will ensure Lilly Immunology and our medicines stand out.

Additionally, this role will  lead internal communications and engagement for Lilly Immunology Therapeutic Area Lead.

This role will serve as a trusted member of the Therapeutic Area Business Leader's extended leadership team, providing strategic counsel and communications expertise to guide business decisions. This position requires executive presence, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels. The successful candidate will be open to new ways of thinking and will introduce innovative approaches given the company's focus on consumer centricity.
** Responsibilities*
* ** Specific Global oversight responsibilities include
** Manage day-to-day work with PR agencies that support our work
** Basic Qualifications
** Minimum 10 years of experience in Corporate Affairs in 1-2 functional areas (i.e., Government Affairs, Advocacy & Professional Relations, Communications, Policy)
Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization and/or visas for this role
** Required Competencies/Skills
** Experience creating and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders

Executive presence with the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across organizational levels without regard to titles Experience globally setting communications strategies and driving execution across multiple markets (US and IBU) Strong oral and written communication skills Demonstrated experience in the development and execution of strategic and creative communications plans, including digital and social media Experience successfully working with cross-functional teams, including collaboration and consensus building Project management experience Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, including interactions with senior leaders Experience in media relations, including interacting with A-list media and serving as a spokesperson PR agency management experience Experience in executive communications/speech writing Ability to manage issues/crises;

ability to handle stress Creative communications skills – written and verbal, as well as interpersonal Ability to understand the business need and use communication to drive the business forward
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* Location:

** Indianapolis (preferred) At Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world.
We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe!
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