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At Gilead, were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, weve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the worlds biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gileads team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Gilead is seeking a visionary and strategic communications leader to serve as Vice President, Corporate & Enterprise Communications. This newly created role will be responsible for shaping and executing an integrated communications strategy that connects Gileads mission, science, culture, and leadership with internal and external audiences.

Reporting to the new Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, the Vice President, Corporate and Enterprise Communications will oversee corporate media relations, executive visibility, enterprise-wide internal communications, employee engagement, and digital communications. This leader will provide counsel on corporate reputation and proactively shape how the company communicates about its products, people, and impact on patients and communities around the world.

The ideal candidate will bring deep healthcare communications expertise, a global mindset, and exceptional storytelling skills. They will be adept at translating complex scientific and R&D topics into compelling, accessible narratives and delivering a cohesive message about Gilead across all key audiences.

This highly visible executive will lead a high-performing global team and collaborate closely with senior business leaders and colleagues across Public Affairs, HR, R&D, and Investor Relations. They will foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, while ensuring communications initiatives are aligned with business priorities and designed to enhance Gileads reputation worldwide.

This role is based at Gileads headquarters in Foster City, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate & Digital Communications

• Develop and lead corporate media relations and public affairs strategy to shape Gileads external narrative.

• Oversee crisis communications planning and execution across global markets.

• Direct the digital media strategy, including content for Gileads website, social channels, and executive LinkedIn presence.

• Ensure digital communications are data-driven and optimized for reach and engagement.

Enterprise & Internal Communications

• Define and lead the strategic vision for internal communications across Gileads global enterprise to ensure alignment with the companys mission, goals, and values.

• Drive messaging initiatives that support change management, cultural cohesion, and strategic alignment.

• Partner with key stakeholders, including HR, IT, and Operations, to embed communications into transformation efforts and employee experience.

• Ensure consistent and impactful messaging across all teams and channels.

• Lead enterprise-wide employee engagement strategies, leveraging communications to promote Gileads values, culture, and global workforce through programs like State of Gilead, Science Day, and enterprise-wide celebrations.

• Partner with HR to co-create and activate cultural and engagement priorities through storytelling and internal platforms.

• Lead internal crisis communications during incidents that impact employee well-being and/or site operations, ensuring clear and consistent messaging across all levels of the organization.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Design and lead employee engagement strategies that foster pride, inclusion, and connection to Gileads mission.

• Activate cultural priorities through storytelling and communications aligned with business strategy.

• Oversee enterprise-wide programs such as State of Gilead, Science Day, and global celebrations.

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR to strengthen employer brand and support retention.

• Provide communications counsel, messaging, and other communications support to the CEO and other senior leaders for internal and external engagements, including town halls, industry conferences, media interviews, and investor meetings.

Leadership Communications

• Develop executive visibility strategies to elevate the voice of Gileads Leadership Team.

• Provide strategic counsel and content development for internal and external engagements (e.g., town halls, conferences, social media).

• Create editorial calendars and manage executive communications platforms.

• Ensure leaders have the tools and narratives to drive transparent, authentic, and compelling communication with employees, external partners, and the broader industry.

Science & R&D Storytelling

• Partner with R&D leadership to communicate scientific innovation and pipeline strategy.

• Develop compelling science-based content for internal and external audiences.

• Support R&D executives at scientific congresses and events in collaboration with media and investor relations teams.

Team Leadership & Strategic Oversight

• Lead and mentor a high-performing global communications team.

• Use data and insights to refine strategies and measure impact.

• Foster cross-functional collaboration across Public Affairs, HR, Commercial, and R&D.

Location : Foster City, CA (On-site)

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