Executive Director, Public Affairs

Gilead Sciences

Executive Director leading integrated communications and advocacy strategy in the Intercontinental region for Gilead. Shaping public affairs to enhance market presence and stakeholder relationships.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeFoster City • California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $281,010 - $363,660 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the development and execution of comprehensive regional communications and advocacy strategies that align with business objectives and portfolio priorities.
Leverage insights, trends, and analytics to inform strategies, and provide business leaders with real-time counsel on external developments.
Collaborate with global Public Affairs teams to shape and deliver a compelling corporate and brand story.
Design and drive communications and advocacy initiatives that support new product launches.
Provide counsel to the regional Commercial leadership team and cross-functional leaders on reputational impacts.
Build and maintain relationships with key ICR and Global internal and external stakeholders.
Lead and support the country teams across the region to plan and execute country plans.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and Fourteen Years’ Experience OR Masters' Degree and Twelve Years’ Experience OR PhD and Twelve Years’ Experience
Global public affairs leadership experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech.
Proven ability to develop strong teams.
Deep expertise across the whole spectrum of communication functions including corporate, internal and product communications.
Proven experience in management of product launches.
Strong understanding of the ex-U.S. healthcare environment.
Track record of effective external stakeholder engagement, specifically in developing strong relationships with the patient community.
Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
Experience in issue management and crisis communications, corporate reputation management, and internal alignment.
Proven ability to develop and lead high-performing communication teams, individuals and leaders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role).
Paid time off.
Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

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Hard Skills & Tools

communications strategyadvocacy strategyanalyticsproduct launch managementissue managementcrisis communicationscorporate reputation managementstakeholder engagementteam developmentcross-functional collaboration

Soft Skills

executive presenceinfluencerelationship buildingleadershipcounselingcollaborationcommunicationstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreePhD